Project Administrator- Finance Transformation

A Day in Your Life at MKS:We are looking for a strategic and execution-focused Project Administrator– Finance Transformation to lead high-impact initiatives aimed at modernizing our finance function. This role will support complex change programs such as tool implementations, process automation, reporting modernization, and organizational redesign. You will work cross-functionally with Finance, IT, and Operations leaders to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with our long-term strategic goals.You Will Make an Impact By:Support end-to-end delivery of finance transformation projects, including scope, planning, execution, and stakeholder communicationCollaborate with senior Finance leadership to define project objectives, KPIs, and success criteriaSupport transformation initiatives such as:Process reengineering (e.g., Order-to-Cash, Procure-to-Pay, Record-to-Report)Finance automation (e.g., RPA)Modernization of ERP and/or FP&A tools and reporting capabilitiesIdentify gaps in current-state processes and recommend innovative solutionsHelp to build roadmaps and maintain detailed documentationAssist change management efforts including communication, training, and stakeholder engagementPartner with internal IT teams and potentially external consultantsMonitor project performance, budgets, and risks, reporting regularly to executive sponsorsSupport the end-to-end RPA program focused on Finance operations (e.g., accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, reconciliations, tax, and reporting). Partner closely with Controllers, FP&A, Treasury, and Compliance teams to identify automation opportunities aligned with business priorities. Track the portfolio of finance automation projects from intake and discovery through deployment and ongoing optimization. Track program KPIs such as hours saved, ROI, error reduction, and cycle time improvement. Skills You BringBachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field3+ years of experience managing finance transformation or large-scale financial systems projectsStrong understanding of finance functions and key processes (FP&A, GL, AP/AR, compliance)Hands-on experience with finance systems (SAP, Oracle, Workday, Hyperion, etc.)Proven track record of delivering projects that transform financial operations and outcomesComfortable in fast-paced, matrixed environments with evolving prioritiesExperience implementing automation tools within financial environments; strong preference for UiPath, or Power Automate. Familiarity with regulatory and compliance standards relevant to financial reporting (e.g., SOX, GAAP). Strong analytical, stakeholder management, and communication skills.