Financial Project Management Specialist

Financial Project Management Specialist Job ID: R #1890 Location: 65 Court Street, 17th Fl, Brooklyn, NY 11201 Contract Duration: 24 Months (Full-Time, Onsite) About the Role Join a pivotal team supporting public school infrastructure in New York City. As a Financial Project Management Specialist, you will drive the financial execution of large-scale capital projects for the Department of Education. You'll collaborate with leadership, oversee multi-million-dollar budgets, and engage with key city agencies and contractors, making a direct impact on school communities. This is an excellent opportunity for financial professionals seeking career growth in public sector project management and exposure to high-impact initiatives. Responsibilities - Lead end-to-end procurement processes for equipment, services, and materials across capital-funded DOE projects. - Oversee daily accounts payable operations for 50+ contractors, ensuring capital budgets remain on track and within compliance thresholds. - Conduct detailed financial analysis of project expenditures, verifying disbursements meet all legal, programmatic, and financial requirements. - Validate contractor billing, ensuring accurate invoicing and timely vendor payments. - Partner with NYC Comptroller and DASNY to support audits and respond to payment inquiries. - Coordinate with internal teams, vendors, and school partners to manage logistics and optimize financial reporting workflows. Required Skills and Experience - Bachelor's degree plus 5+ years of experience in financial analysis or management reporting, or Master's degree in a relevant field plus 1+ year of professional experience in budget administration or analysis. - Minimum 4 years managing large-scale project budgets. - Solid understanding of public finance, procurement processes, and municipal government operations. - Advanced MS Office (Excel, Word) skills and familiarity with database management (MySQL, PostgreSQL, or MS SQL Server). - Demonstrated ability to multitask and independently manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment. - Exceptional analytical and stakeholder management skills. Preferred Skills - Experience with NYC, DOE, or SCA financial tracking systems. - Exposure to school capital projects, public sector audits, or large government contracts. Benefits - Work directly with city leadership on high-impact projects. - Expand your expertise in public finance and capital project management. - Collaborative, mission-driven environment supporting NYC public schools. - Professional development and exposure to citywide agency operations. How to Apply Submit your resume and cover letter detailing your relevant financial project management experience. Qualified candidates will be contacted for virtual interviews via Zoom or Microsoft Teams.