<p>We are looking for a skilled Finance Manager to oversee and enhance financial operations for a major project in Bellevue, Washington. This role involves managing budgeting, accounting, and reporting processes while collaborating with stakeholders to ensure financial accuracy and efficiency. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills and a solid understanding of financial systems and practices.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage all financial and accounting tasks for the project, including budgeting, cost analysis, and reporting.</p><p>• Develop technical accounting memos and provide guidance on procurement and construction expenditures.</p><p>• Prepare detailed monthly cost analysis reports and present findings to relevant stakeholders.</p><p>• Review draft contracts and offer financial insights to ensure compliance and accuracy.</p><p>• Identify potential financial risks and implement strategies to mitigate them.</p><p>• Build and maintain strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.</p><p>• Generate monthly financial statements, reconciliations, and supporting schedules to ensure accurate reporting.</p><p>• Improve and streamline accounting procedures and internal controls for greater operational efficiency.</p><p>• Handle general accounting functions such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and fixed assets.</p><p>• Establish and document cost allocation processes across multiple entities and projects.</p><p><br></p><p>The salary range for this position is $210,000 to $245,000 + bonus.</p><p><br></p><p>Benefits:</p><p>M/D/V</p><p>Life and AD&D insurance</p><p>401k with match</p><p>21 days PTO</p><p>10 paid holidays</p><p><br></p>
<p>Robert Half is partnering with our client, a global leader in digital media and entertainment technology, to identify a <strong>Research Project Manager</strong> to support a high-impact research and innovation organization. This role will drive the coordination and execution of research investment programs in collaboration with universities, industry collaborators, and standards organizations. The ideal candidate brings strong experience managing research partnerships, academic collaborations, and publication programs while operating in a fast-paced, highly innovative environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Duration</strong>: 7-month contract</p><p><strong>Location</strong>: Seattle, WA (Onsite)</p><p><strong>Pay Rate</strong>: $70-73/hour</p><p><strong>Hours:</strong> 40 hours/week</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Position Overview:</strong></p><p>The Research Project Manager will coordinate strategic research initiatives across internal teams and external partners, including universities, industry standards bodies, and research collaborators. This role focuses on establishing scalable processes, aligning research investments, and supporting publication and conference engagement strategies. The Research PM will collaborate closely with scientists, research leaders, and external institutions to ensure programs are executed effectively and aligned with broader organizational goals. The ideal candidate brings strong program management experience, academic partnership expertise, and the ability to communicate complex research initiatives to senior leadership.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Drive coordination and execution of research investment programs across multiple teams and external academic and industry partners</li><li>Establish standardized processes, guidelines, and goals to scale research initiatives across teams and geographies</li><li>Manage relationships with universities, research institutions, and external collaborators, including negotiating contracts and partnership agreements</li><li>Coordinate research publication pipelines, conference participation, and engagement with industry standards organizations</li><li>Facilitate research program reviews with senior scientists and leadership to assess progress and align initiatives with business and customer outcomes</li><li>Prepare executive business reviews, program updates, and strategic recommendations for senior leadership</li><li>Track program milestones, set deadlines, assign responsibilities, and summarize progress for stakeholders</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve research program efficiency and scalability</li><li>Support strategic hiring initiatives including research scholars and intern programs</li><li>Facilitate cross-organizational discussions on research priorities, program direction, and risk management related to publications, patents, and research outputs</li><li>Organize and support biannual science summit events, including coordination of training programs and collaboration sessions for research teams</li><li>Monitor research outputs including publications, patents, and collaboration outcomes, ensuring alignment with organizational strategy</li></ul>