Senior Project Manager, Finance Divestiture FTC

About the Opportunity

At Finastra, we’re a global leader in financial services software, dedicated to expanding access to financial services and shaping what’s next for the industry. Our technology powers mission‑critical solutions across Lending, Payments and Universal Banking, supporting over 7,000 customers, including 80% of the world’s top 50 banks, in more than 110 countries.

Finance Divestiture Senior Project Manager (FTC)

Contract: 6-month Fixed-Term Contract (high likelihood of extension)

About The Role

We are looking for two experienced Finance Divestiture Senior Project Managers to join our Divestiture Finance team, supporting complex business carve-outs and sale transactions.

This is a highly dynamic, project-led environment where you will play a critical role in managing finance workstreams within Transitional Service Agreements (TSAs) post-transaction. The role offers significant exposure across finance operations, stakeholders, and transformation initiatives.

You will report into the Project Director and work closely with a growing, collaborative team focused on delivering high-impact projects in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage finance-related TSA workstreams (billing, collections, AP, general accounting)
• Own and drive project plans, governance, and delivery timelines
• Coordinate with cross-functional stakeholders including: Finance (BAU teams), IT, HR, and shared service centres (India), External partners and advisors
• Run stakeholder meetings, track actions, and ensure delivery against milestones
• Provide oversight on month-end processes (review and coordination vs. execution)
• Ensure financial outputs and processes align with agreed TSA frameworks

About You

Essential

What We’re Looking For

• Strong finance/accounting background with a solid understanding of financial processes and statements
• Ideally a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)
• Proven experience managing projects end-to-end
• Confident stakeholder manager across multiple functions and geographies
• Able to operate independently and thrive in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment

Preferred

• Exposure to M&A, carve-outs, divestitures, or TSAs
• Experience in finance transformation or shared services environments
• Background in Big 4 or top-tier advisory firms (e.g. PwC, EY, KPMG, Deloitte, BDO, RSM)

Key Skills & Attributes

• Proactive and solutions-focused with a strong ownership mindset
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple workstreams
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Commercially aware, with an understanding of transaction impacts on finance operations

Benefits

Opportunity to work on high-profile divestiture and transformation projects

Exposure to senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams globally

Fast-paced, high-impact environment with strong learning opportunities

Potential for contract extension based on project pipeline

Additional Information

Start date: ASAP

Occasional travel may be required (primarily short trips)

About Company

At Finastra, each individual is unique—bringing their own ideas, perspectives, cultural backgrounds, and experiences. We learn from one another, value what makes us different, and create an environment where everyone feels included, supported, and able to be their authentic selves.

Be unique. Be exceptional. Help us make a difference at Finastra.