Agile Project Manager

Agile Project Manager - Remote

What to expect when you join the Sikich family

Team members at Sikich have a lot in common while also being part of a rich and diverse group of contributors, creating a distinct and thriving culture. Chief among our commonalities is a desire for growth and a shared unity of purpose in our professional lives. We believe that through diverse perspectives, challenging the status quo and rewarding action, we accelerate innovation and drive growth - for our clients, for ourselves and for our communities.

The professional services landscape continues to evolve. For Sikich, this means we have an opportunity to further cement our leadership position in this industry and continue to grow our organization in increasingly exciting ways. This growth is meaningful for every team member at our company because larger companies simply see more interesting client opportunities and can attract impressively talented individuals like you. Through a dedicated focus on key business priorities and intentionally creating a rewarding employee experience, Sikich has developed into a highly regarded provider of professional services and a sought-after employer of choice.

Do you want to work with other skilled practitioners and serve clients in a way that makes a difference? Are you seeking a supportive environment backed by a deep and extensive set of skillsets? Are you ready to make an impact and be acknowledged for your contributions? If you answered yes to these questions, we see a mutually beneficial and gratifying relationship on the horizon!

Are you ready to grow with us?

Position Summary

Sikich is seeking an experienced Project Manager/Scrum Master to join our growing Data & Analytics practice. In this role, you'll lead client engagements focused on technology modernization, including software development, lifecycle enhancements, cloud migration, and intelligent automation initiatives. Using our recent OSC Insurance Services engagement as an example, you'll guide organizations through transformative projects that enhance their operational capabilities through modern technology practices.

As a Project Manager/Scrum Master at Sikich, you'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement contemporary software development practices, database migrations, and AI-enabled workflows while ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget. This position requires expertise in both traditional project management methodologies and agile frameworks to successfully navigate complex client environments

What will you do in this role?

• Coordinate and oversee key activities within client engagements focused on technology modernization, ensuring the implementation of modern software development practices.
• Facilitate agile ceremonies including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, reviews, and retrospectives
• Develop and manage detailed project plans, schedules, and budgets for multiple client workstreams
• Guide implementations of version control strategies and DevOps practices
• Oversee cloud migration initiatives and database platform transitions
• Manage stakeholder expectations and facilitate communication between technical teams and business units
• Coordinate implementations of data management strategies including document management and analytics solutions
• Champion test-driven development and quality assurance processes with client teams
• Identify and help implement AI and automation opportunities within client organizations
• Provide thought leadership on modern project management and software development methodologies

What do you need to succeed in this role?

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or related field, or equivalent practical experience
• Minimum 5+ years of professional project management experience
• Demonstrable experience managing hybrid projects using both traditional waterfall methodologies and Scrum/agile frameworks
• Experience leading cross-functional teams of 5+ members
• Track record of successfully delivering projects on time, within scope, and on budget
• Experience with software development, lifecycle implementation and DevOps practices
• Background in managing technology transformation initiatives
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Microsoft Project, JIRA, Asana)
• Strong knowledge of PMI's Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK)
• Experience with Scrum artifacts (product backlog, sprint backlog, burndown charts)
• Familiarity with agile project management tools and techniques
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
• Understanding of version control systems (Git) and branching strategies
• Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) and microservices architectures
• Active Project Management Professional (PMP) certification from the Project Management Institute (PMI)
• Current Scrum certification (Certified ScrumMaster, Professional Scrum Master, or equivalent)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in financial services, healthcare, or manufacturing industries
• Knowledge of data warehousing, ETL processes, and reporting solutions
• Familiarity with database migration strategies and document management systems
• Experience implementing artificial intelligence/machine learning solutions
• Understanding of change management principles and practices
• Background in leading modernization efforts for legacy systems

Key Competencies

• Exceptional leadership and team-building abilities
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management capabilities
• Ability to balance technical requirements with business needs
• Adaptability and comfort with changing priorities
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
• Experience navigating complex interdependencies between systems and teams

In addition, specific skills/experience required are as follows: .....

• Servant Leader - You are hyper focused on engaging employees, fostering their development, and building a positive culture.
• Solutions Focused - You see opportunities in every business problem and can develop, articulate, and implement solutions.
• Collaboration - You are a relationship builder across all levels of the organization and across all business units.
• Instills Trust - You do what you say, and you follow through on commitments, you act with integrity, you are consistent and are perceived as credible.
• Impact & Influence Thinking - You gain support for ideas, proposals, and solutions, and get others to act, with or without formal authority, to advance initiatives/objectives.

About Sikich

Sikich is a global company specializing in Accounting, Advisory, and Technical professional services. With employees across the globe, Sikich ranks as one of the largest professional services companies in the United States. Our comprehensive skillsets, obtained over decades of experience as entrepreneurs, business owners and industry innovators, allow us to provide insights and transformative strategies to help strengthen every dimension of our clients' businesses.

Sikich Total Rewards

Our team members enjoy expansive benefits ranging from competitive compensation and insurance options to wellness programs and a flexible time off policy, to name only a few. Sikich also takes pride in prioritizing team members' health, total wellbeing and time spent with family, friends and in the pursuit of personal goals, hobbies, and endeavors.

In compliance with this state's pay transparency laws, the midpoint of the base salary range for this role is $112,450. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience, commission, and geographic location.

Some examples of our many benefits:

• Sikich maintains a Flexible Time Off (FTO) Policy. We encourage every full-time employee, as your role permits, to utilize paid time off (personal time, mental/physical health care, vacation, sick leave, etc.). Waiting for time off to accrue is common at other companies. At Sikich, you do not have to wait for this benefit to kick in. FTO is activated on your first day with our organization.
• Sikich will also recognize paid holidays during the year and strives to permit employees to have time off the last week of the calendar year when client and project work permits.
• Sikich offers a comprehensive wellness program to engage, challenge and empower team members to take responsibility for their wellbeing. Activities can be tracked through our wellness provider to obtain gift cards and other rewards.

We also offer:

• Flexible work arrangements
• Health, dental, vision, life, and accident/death/disability insurance options
• HSA employer contribution
• Nine (9) paid holidays annually.
• A robust paid Parental Bonding Leave program covering birth, adoption, and foster children.
• 401(k) with employer contributions
• CPA bonus with four (4) paid exam days & four (4) paid study days.
• Tuition reimbursement
• Generous employee referral bonus program
• Client referral bonus program
• Pet insurance
• FORCE - Sikich community volunteer program enabling each team member to use up to four hours of paid time annually to volunteer and make a difference in their local communities.

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Sikich is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V

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Sikich currently practices in an alternative practice structure in accordance with the AICPA Professional Code of Conduct and applicable law, regulations, and professional standards. Sikich CPA LLC is a licensed CPA firm that provides audit and attest services to its clients. Sikich LLC has a contractual arrangement with Sikich CPA LLC under which Sikich LLC provides Sikich CPA LLC with professional and support personnel and other services to support Sikich CPA LLC's performance of its professional services, and Sikich CPA LLC shares certain client information with Sikich LLC with respect to the provision of such services.