Principal Program Manager

Summary

Join Fieldguide, a remote-first company building software for assurance and audit practitioners, as a Principal Program Manager. You will drive the execution of complex technical programs for top-tier firms, collaborating with cross-functional teams. Responsibilities include project management, stakeholder collaboration, risk management, performance metric tracking, and continuous improvement. This role requires a Bachelor's degree, extensive experience in program management, and strong technical acumen. Fieldguide offers competitive compensation, unlimited PTO, 401k, wellness benefits, technology and work-from-home reimbursement, and flexible work schedules.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field
• 8+ years of experience in big consulting, engineering, product/technical program management, data analysis, or equivalent experience
• Ability to understand and communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• 6+ years of experience managing cross-functional and/or cross-team projects, ideally within the SaaS, CPA, or enterprise software space
• Proven ability to manage, mentor, and motivate cross-functional teams
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to effectively interact with all levels of stakeholders
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to use data and metrics to drive decision-making
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, changing environment with the ability to pivot as necessary

Responsibilities

• Drive the successful execution of large-scale technical programs from initiation through to completion, ensuring alignment with organizational goals, timelines, and budgets
• Define project scopes, schedules, and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and understanding across teams
• Monitor and manage progress, ensuring resources are effectively allocated and deadlines are met
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including finance, engineering, product management, and business stakeholders, to ensure alignment of strategies, goals, and objectives
• Serve as the primary point of contact for internal teams and external stakeholders, ensuring that communication flows effectively between all parties
• Proactively identify potential risks or issues that may affect project delivery, including technical, financial, or operational risks
• Develop and implement mitigation strategies to address risks, ensuring that projects stay on track and within scope
• Define and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to track the effectiveness and efficiency of technical program management initiatives
• Use performance data to drive decisions, optimize project delivery, and continuously improve processes
• Lead change management efforts associated with program execution, ensuring smooth transitions and minimal disruption
• Provide support for end-users and stakeholders in adopting new processes, tools, and technologies
• Manage resource allocation and capacity planning to support the organization's growth and performance objectives efficiently
• Work with leadership to forecast resource needs and ensure that the right talent is available to meet project demands
• Stay current with industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies to enhance the organization's processes and methodologies
• Drive the continuous improvement of internal processes, tools, and frameworks to increase the effectiveness and efficiency of program management efforts

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with Big 4 accounting firms and understanding the CPA industry
• PMP, Agile, or other project management certifications
• Familiarity with vertical SaaS platforms or enterprise software solutions

Benefits

• Competitive compensation packages with meaningful ownership
• Unlimited PTO
• 401k
• Wellness benefits, including a bundle of free therapy sessions
• Technology & Work from Home reimbursement
• Flexible work schedules