As part of Citi’s Finance Transformation effort, the FP&A Target State Architecture Initiative is responsible for implementing a well-defined, integrated, agile, controlled, and governed end-to-end forecasting approach that drives effective decision making, informs effective management of the firm’s resources, supports our firm wide culture and strategic priorities, and is fully integrated with strategic risk appetite, risk processes, and capital planning. The Initiative will focus on building Core Forecasting processes to enable central decision making and advancing the existing forecasting capabilities through automation, improved governance, and enhanced controls. The activities are focused on all scenarios across the stress continuum, ranging from business-as-usual business planning to stress environments, including CCAR/DFAST, Recovery and Resolution. The Planning Initiative comprises seven key projects: (i) Process Design and Simplification, (ii) Models, (iii) Governance, (iv) Data, (v) Calculation Controls, (vi) Technology and (vii) Organization and Resourcing.
This is an excellent opportunity for a results-oriented individual to join the Ruby Business Execution team based in Tampa and drive transformation efforts for FP&A. Ruby is Citi’s financial forecasting system currently assist forecasts for QMMF/CCAR/Operating Plan/Risk scenarios. The Business Execution team is responsible for driving large scale global automation programs to enhance Citi’s planning and analysis capabilities. The Transformation programs cover automation of business planning / forecasting process and forecasting models transformation, short term performance management processes, Digital and Data Transformation and Future state Forecasting Infrastructure build / roll-out. Business Execution team works closely with Global FP&A and Technology to structure and drive these programs
The Senior Vice President (SVP) of Business Execution Project Management for Ruby is a critical leadership role responsible for overseeing the successful execution of strategic projects, initiatives, successful onboarding and integration of new models within Citi’s proprietary forecasting platform (Ruby). This role requires a highly experienced executive with a deep understanding of the financial forecasting platforms as well as econometric models and the Banking business. The SVP will lead cross functional project managers and business analysts to ensure seamless project delivery, efficient resource allocation, and achievement of key performance indicators (KPIs). This requires individual analytical work as well as partnership across teams to identify solutions to FP&A inquiries and own the implementation / execution steps to drive open issues to completion. Attention to detail and the ability to work within tight deadlines are essential. The position will be heavily involved in team decisions including project prioritization, platform direction, and strategic direction.

MOST RELEVANT SKILLS

Assessment, Change Management, Communication, Credible Challenge, Management Reporting, Problem Solving, Program Management, Risk Management, Stakeholder Management, Strategic Planning.
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OTHER RELEVANT SKILLS

For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter.
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• Strategic Project Leadership: Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of all Ruby-related projects, ensuring alignment with overall business strategy and technology roadmap.
• Functional Expertise: Provide guidance and oversight on all aspects of Ruby development, implementation, and maintenance. Stay abreast of industry best practices and emerging technologies within the Ruby ecosystem.
• Team Management: Build, develop, and motivate a high-performing team of project managers. Foster a collaborative and results-oriented culture.
• Stakeholder Management: Effectively communicate and collaborate with key stakeholders across the organization, including business leaders and technology teams thereby ensuring quicker resolution and seamless delivery.
• Risk Management: Proactively identify and mitigate potential risks to project success. Develop contingency plans and ensure business continuity.
• Performance Measurement: Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to track project progress, identify areas for improvement, and ensure accountability.
• Change Management: Lead and manage organizational change initiatives to ensure smooth transitions and adoption of new processes and technologies.
• Conduct quality assurance throughout the project to ensure deliverables meet required standards.
• Onboarding Strategy: Develop and implement a comprehensive strategy for onboarding new models into the Ruby platform, encompassing all stages from initial assessment to production deployment.
• Influence and negotiate with senior leaders (across functions) and communicate with external parties as needed.
• Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills with attention to detail. Willingness to ask questions and ability to quickly grasp and master new concepts and requirements, related to product and process knowledge.
• Experience / Knowledge / Skills:
• 10+ years of relevant experience, in financial services.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills
• Working knowledge of Citigroup Financial Systems (PEARL / RUBY/ SFRM/ Etc.) is a plus
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work under pressure.
• Knowledge of MS Office skills; Excel, Access, SQL Project, Visio, Power Point, Word.
• Experience and demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities in a complex and dynamic environment.
• Strong presentation development skills with excellent PowerPoint & excel skills.
• Knowledge in Jira, Confluence, PTS, Phyton required.
• Familiarity with Agile, Waterfall or hybrid project management methodologies.
• Experience in FP&A or related to business and operational planning and budgeting will be an added advantage.
• Education:
• Bachelor’s/master’s degree in finance, Accounting, Business, Project Management, or related field.
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