Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. AICPA is transforming the accounting and finance profession through education, resources, and training. The Project Manager - Learning will lead complex learning plans and drive the transition from waterfall methodologies to Agile, iterative product-based delivery models. The role will partner with Learning Product Managers, coach cross-functional teams, establish governance, and improve delivery visibility and execution.
Responsibilities
- Lead adoption of Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban, hybrid models) within learning product development projects
- Partner with Learning Product Managers to implement sprint planning, backlog refinement, velocity tracking, and release planning
- Design and complete structured transition plans from waterfall-based project execution to Agile product delivery models
- Coach teams (design, content, SMEs, production, compliance) in Agile ceremonies and artifact management
- Establish governance for hybrid waterfall-Agile environments when regulatory or compliance constraints require structured gating
- Measure and promote collaboration, predictability, and throughput
- Conduct retrospectives and ensure relevant continuous improvement loops are implemented
- Standardize intake, prioritization, and backlog governance in consideration of portfolio strategy
- Align Jira (or successor PM system) workflows to the learning product lifecycle
- Develop visibility dashboards (velocity, burn-down, RAG, capacity tracking)
- Identify systemic delivery bottlenecks and implement process improvements
Skills
- Bachelor's degree in project management, business, accounting, finance, education, or a related field
- Working knowledge of Agile methodologies and experience conducting retrospectives and implementing continuous improvement actions
- 5+ years of experience managing complex projects
- 3+ years experience in project management related to commercial learning products
Benefits
- Hybrid remote / in-office work arrangement
- Flexibility to help you achieve a good work-life balance
- Healthcare
- Retirement
- Paid time-off
- Parental leave
- An employee assistance program
- Resources that support your mental health
- Flexible options for you to choose benefits that are right for you, your family and your lifestyle
- Learning opportunities that help you reach your full potential and support your continued development
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