Functional Project Manager – Accounting Migration

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in France.

📋 Description

• Organize, prepare, and lead meetings with accounting firms, from project initiation to post-project evaluation.

• Assess business requirements based on field insights and migration experiences.

• Draft documentation and user stories.

• Conduct workshops and webinars.

• Ensure that migrations adhere to a clear, documented methodology.

• Tailor the approach to each scenario while maintaining compliance with established procedures.

• Articulate how technical solutions meet business requirements.

• Act as the information liaison with the Back PSS team responsible for integration, troubleshooting, and controls.

• Assist in configuring Pennylane to align with the operational processes of accounting firms.

• Engage in functional testing prior to migration.

• Collaborate on identifying and resolving business issues post-migration.

• Perform intermediate and final functional tests.

• Aid in the creation of post-migration reports and suggest enhancements.

• Recognize and prioritize needs for automation and optimization.

• Keep abreast of product and industry advancements.

• Propose improvements and report any discrepancies or malfunctions.

• Help convert business requirements into actionable solutions.

• Comprehend the challenges faced by the Back PSS team and provide occasional production support as required.

⛳️ Requirements

• Educational background in Accounting: University Diploma in Management (IUT GEA), Higher Technician Certificate in Accounting and Management (BTS CGO), Accounting and Management Diploma (DCG), Advanced Accounting and Management Diploma (DSCG), or a Master’s degree in Accounting, Control, and Audit (CCA).

• Experience working in an accounting firm.

• Previous experience with one or more migrations is advantageous.

• Outstanding verbal and written communication abilities.

• Strong customer service orientation and relationship-building skills.

• Capability to work autonomously and collaboratively within a team.

• Adaptability to rapid changes in product offerings.

• Commitment to continuous learning and staying informed about Pennylane’s functional advancements.

• Minimum A2 level proficiency in English.

🏝️ Benefits

• One of the most competitive health insurance plans available (Alan Blue and Alan Mind).

• Meal vouchers (Swile card).

• Additional RTT days ranging from 8 to 13 on top of 5 weeks of paid leave.

• Monthly allowance to facilitate working from home or from a coworking space.

• BSPCE stock options.

• Access to 8,000 gyms throughout France and over 300 wellness activities via Gymlib.

• A Mac computer.

• Tech Days every three months, providing remote Pennylaners the chance to meet in person.

• An annual company retreat.