Financial Project Manager Jobs in New York
Financial Project Manager jobs in New York are among the most actively sourced in the country, concentrated in investment banking, insurance, asset management, and large-scale corporate finance operations, with openings from analyst-level coordinators through senior program leads. The heaviest hiring is in New York City, with additional demand in White Plains and Stamford-adjacent firms operating across the Hudson Valley corridor. JPMorgan Chase, Citigroup, and MetLife are among the established institutions with sustained hiring for this role. Budget governance, financial systems implementation, and regulatory-driven transformation projects are the most in-demand specialties. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets.
We are more than 34,000 people, in over 30 countries, dedicated to improving quality of life. Everyone has an important role to play. With the power of many curious minds, together we can solve the world’s most complex challenges and deliver more impact together.
Role description:
Arcadis is seeking a Project Assistant to join our team in supporting project administration work for multiple project managers and operations in the NY Area. You will have regular interaction with the Project Controller(s) and Finance Manager regarding contracts and project specific financials and metrics. This position is hybrid; the candidate should be able to easily come into the Clifton Park office as needed. They will be working locally with the project managers and project teams.
This is an exciting opportunity for a self-motivated individual to join our team locally with support from one of the best-qualified consulting firms in the country. In this position you will work on project-specific work, such as: tracking progress of various projects, preparing reports regarding contracts for management use, monitoring project budgets and preparing and distributing routine correspondence related to the projects, for project teams simultaneously.
The ideal candidate will possess strong interpersonal and communication skills, coupled with a high level of proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel. They should be highly motivated and demonstrate a drive to pursue continual innovative improvements in processes. Exceptional time management and organizational abilities are essential, with the capability to work effectively under time constraints, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple projects and responsibilities simultaneously. Additionally, the candidate must exhibit excellent analytical skills with a keen attention to detail.
Role accountabilities:
As a Project Assistant, the successful candidate will:
- Work closely with project managers to ensure client invoices are prepared monthly and sent each month for all of the projects you are responsible for within the NYS Area and participate on monthly project reviews with Finance Managers and Project Managers.
- Provide and analyze financial project metric reports for project managers. (Project Revenue, profitability, accounts receivable etc.)
- Coordinate with subcontractors on billing requirements and prepare documents associated with client billing related to client contracts.
- Setting up projects in Oracle and tracking and monitoring project schedules and budgets as the primary support for our project managers relative to project and financial management.
- Verify invoices comply with contract terms.
- Prepare sophisticated reports and spreadsheets, conducting a high level of quality control of documents following the guidelines associated with billing large municipal clients.
Qualifications & Experience:
Required Qualifications:
- Associate or Bachelor degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field or equivalent experience
- 3+ years of experience
Preferred Qualifications:
- Previous experience with client billing procedures, particularly State Agencies (NYSDEC, NYSOGS, NYSEFC, NYSOPRHP, NYPA, NYSERDA, etc.)
- Experience/Knowledge with Oracle (or other online database)
- Ability to work under time constraints to accomplish goals and objectives, handle multiple projects for several project managers simultaneously.
Continue your career journey as an Arcadian.
We can only achieve our goals when everyone is empowered to be their best. We believe everyone's contribution matters. It’s why we are pioneering a skills based approach, where you can harness your unique experience and expertise to carve your career path and maximize the impact we can make together.
You do meaningful work, and no matter where your next role in Arcadis takes you, you’ll be helping to deliver sustainable solutions for a more prosperous planet. Make your mark; on your career, your colleagues, your clients, your life and the world around you.
Together, we can create a lasting legacy.
Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging
We want you to be able to bring your best self to work every day. Our ambition is to be an employer of choice and provide a great place to work for all our people. We are an equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.
Arcadis offers benefits for full time and part time positions. These benefits include medical, dental, and vision, EAP, 401K, STD, LTD, AD&D, life insurance, paid parental leave, reward & recognition program and optional benefits including wellbeing benefits, adoption assistance and tuition reimbursement. We offer nine paid holidays and 15 days PTO that accrue per year. The salary range for this position is $55,000 - $68,000. Actual salaries will vary and are based on several factors, such as experience, education, budget, internal equity, project and location.
Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets.
We are more than 34,000 people, in over 30 countries, dedicated to improving quality of life. Everyone has an important role to play. With the power of many curious minds, together we can solve the world’s most complex challenges and deliver more impact together.
Role description:
Arcadis is seeking a Project Assistant to join our team in supporting project administration work for multiple project managers and operations in the NY Area. You will have regular interaction with the Project Controller(s) and Finance Manager regarding contracts and project specific financials and metrics. This position is hybrid; the candidate should be able to easily come into the Clifton Park office as needed. They will be working locally with the project managers and project teams.
This is an exciting opportunity for a self-motivated individual to join our team locally with support from one of the best-qualified consulting firms in the country. In this position you will work on project-specific work, such as: tracking progress of various projects, preparing reports regarding contracts for management use, monitoring project budgets and preparing and distributing routine correspondence related to the projects, for project teams simultaneously.
The ideal candidate will possess strong interpersonal and communication skills, coupled with a high level of proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel. They should be highly motivated and demonstrate a drive to pursue continual innovative improvements in processes. Exceptional time management and organizational abilities are essential, with the capability to work effectively under time constraints, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple projects and responsibilities simultaneously. Additionally, the candidate must exhibit excellent analytical skills with a keen attention to detail.
Role accountabilities:
As a Project Assistant, the successful candidate will:
- Work closely with project managers to ensure client invoices are prepared monthly and sent each month for all of the projects you are responsible for within the NYS Area and participate on monthly project reviews with Finance Managers and Project Managers.
- Provide and analyze financial project metric reports for project managers. (Project Revenue, profitability, accounts receivable etc.)
- Coordinate with subcontractors on billing requirements and prepare documents associated with client billing related to client contracts.
- Setting up projects in Oracle and tracking and monitoring project schedules and budgets as the primary support for our project managers relative to project and financial management.
- Verify invoices comply with contract terms.
- Prepare sophisticated reports and spreadsheets, conducting a high level of quality control of documents following the guidelines associated with billing large municipal clients.
Qualifications & Experience:
Required Qualifications:
- Associate or Bachelor degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field or equivalent experience
- 3+ years of experience
Preferred Qualifications:
- Previous experience with client billing procedures, particularly State Agencies (NYSDEC, NYSOGS, NYSEFC, NYSOPRHP, NYPA, NYSERDA, etc.)
- Experience/Knowledge with Oracle (or other online database)
- Ability to work under time constraints to accomplish goals and objectives, handle multiple projects for several project managers simultaneously.
Continue your career journey as an Arcadian.
We can only achieve our goals when everyone is empowered to be their best. We believe everyone's contribution matters. It’s why we are pioneering a skills based approach, where you can harness your unique experience and expertise to carve your career path and maximize the impact we can make together.
You do meaningful work, and no matter where your next role in Arcadis takes you, you’ll be helping to deliver sustainable solutions for a more prosperous planet. Make your mark; on your career, your colleagues, your clients, your life and the world around you.
Together, we can create a lasting legacy.
Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging
We want you to be able to bring your best self to work every day. Our ambition is to be an employer of choice and provide a great place to work for all our people. We are an equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.
Arcadis offers benefits for full time and part time positions. These benefits include medical, dental, and vision, EAP, 401K, STD, LTD, AD&D, life insurance, paid parental leave, reward & recognition program and optional benefits including wellbeing benefits, adoption assistance and tuition reimbursement. We offer nine paid holidays and 15 days PTO that accrue per year. The salary range for this position is $55,000 - $68,000. Actual salaries will vary and are based on several factors, such as experience, education, budget, internal equity, project and location.
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Financial Project Manager Job Market in New York
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What New York Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in financial project manager jobs across New York.
- Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business administration, or a related field required
- PMP certification or equivalent project management credential strongly preferred by New York employers
- Four or more years of experience managing financial or capital planning projects
- Demonstrated proficiency in project management tools such as Microsoft Project, Jira, or Smartsheet
- Experience working within regulated financial environments including banking, insurance, or asset management
- Strong stakeholder communication skills with exposure to cross-functional finance and technology teams
Financial Project Manager Jobs in New York: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a financial project manager in New York?
The standard path is a bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or business, followed by entry-level analyst or project coordinator experience in a financial firm. New York does not require a state-issued license for this role, but most employers in the city expect a PMP credential or progress toward one through the Project Management Institute. Candidates with CPA or CFA credentials gain additional traction with banks, insurers, and asset managers headquartered in New York.
How much do financial project managers make in New York?
Financial project managers in New York earn a median of about $121,040 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $74,580 for the lowest 10% to over $192,160 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire financial project managers in New York?
Employers hiring financial project managers in New York right now include Arcadis, WSP, and BBVA, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. New York's concentration of global bank headquarters, insurance carriers, and fintech firms means demand is sustained year-round rather than seasonal.
Which New York cities have the most financial project manager jobs?
New York, New York State, and Albany have the most financial project manager openings in New York. New York City dominates because it anchors the national financial services industry, while White Plains and other Westchester County locations reflect the regional offices and insurance operations that have established long-term presences outside Manhattan.
Are there remote financial project manager jobs in New York?
Yes, and more than most fields. About 80% of financial project manager openings tied to New York are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how much of this work centers on documentation, planning sessions, and stakeholder coordination rather than physical presence. Budget oversight and systems implementation phases are the tasks most commonly performed fully remotely.
How can I get hired as a financial project manager in New York with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a project coordinator or financial analyst role at a large New York bank or insurance company, where rotational programs at firms like JPMorgan Chase, Citigroup, and New York Life bring in early-career candidates and expose them to project governance. A completed or in-progress PMP certification and familiarity with Agile or waterfall methods help candidates stand out. Adjacent roles in financial operations, budget analysis, or business systems analysis serve as common lateral entry points.
Where can I find and apply to financial project manager jobs in New York?
You can find and apply to financial project manager jobs in New York on Migrate Mate, which lists current New York openings updated regularly. Search by location, specialization, or experience level to see roles that match your background, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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