Job Specifications
Job Title: PMO Analyst (Contract)
Location: Cincinnati – Hybrid (2 days every other week)
Length – 6 – 12 months
Overview
A detail-oriented, proactive, and highly organized PMO Analyst is required to support the successful delivery of a global transformation initiative focused on the rollout of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations (D365 F&O).
The role involves close collaboration with the Program Director, project managers, workstream leads, functional SMEs, and cross-functional stakeholders to ensure structured project delivery, clear communication, and strong governance.
The ideal candidate thrives in fast-paced, complex environments, demonstrates excellent coordination and analytical skills, and ensures seamless execution of activities across business and technical teams.
Key Responsibilities
Program Governance & Coordination
Support PMO governance processes including project controls, RAID (Risks, Actions, Issues, Dependencies) management, and change control.
Coordinate weekly routines such as workstream meetings and stand-ups, including scheduling, agendas, logistics, and minutes.
Maintain program artifacts, templates, dashboards, and documentation to ensure consistency and traceability.
Project Execution Support
Track status updates across multiple workstreams, consolidating progress into program-level reports for leadership.
Monitor milestones, deliverables, and critical path items, escalating risks or delays as needed.
Assist project managers and workstream leads with planning, scheduling, resource coordination, and action tracking.
ERP Implementation Support (D365 F&O)
Coordinate activities across functional and technical teams involved in design, build, testing, data migration, and deployment.
Support integration alignment with related systems (e.g., LIMS, HRIS, CRM, Data Lake), ensuring dependencies are captured.
Monitor testing cycles (SIT, UAT, regression), track defects, and assist with documentation of testing outcomes.
Data, Reporting & Analytics
Develop and maintain dashboards, KPIs, and program status reports using Excel, Power BI, or similar tools.
Analyse program data to identify trends, variances, or risks, providing actionable insights.
Maintain data quality, accuracy, and version control across all documentation and reporting.
Communications
Support the creation and distribution of communications, newsletters, training updates, and stakeholder announcements.
Maintain training trackers, user lists, and attendance records for rollout activities.
Go-Live Support
Track readiness activities including cutover planning, checklists, and post-go-live hypercare tasks.
Assist with hypercare coordination, issue triage, and performance tracking following go-live events.
Monitor stabilization metrics and work with teams to ensure timely resolution of issues.
Required Qualifications & Experience
3–5 years of experience in project coordination, PMO support, business analysis, or similar roles within large transformation or ERP initiatives.
Experience supporting enterprise-scale programs, ideally involving Microsoft Dynamics 365 F&O or comparable ERP systems.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks within a fast-paced, global environment.
Proven experience maintaining structured documentation, managing RAID logs, and coordinating across diverse stakeholders.
Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with an ability to summarize complex information clearly.
Demonstrated ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams across IT, Finance, Operations, HR, and other business areas.
Self-starter with the ability to work independently, take initiative, and drive tasks to completion.
Adaptability to evolving program needs and shifting priorities.