Job Description

You are as unique as your background, experience and point of view. Here, you\xe2\x80\x99ll be encouraged, empowered and challenged to be your best self. You\'ll work with dynamic colleagues - experts in their fields - who are eager to share their knowledge with you. Your leaders will inspire and help you reach your potential and soar to new heights. Every day, you\'ll have new and exciting opportunities to make life brighter for our Clients - who are at the heart of everything we do. Discover how you can make a difference in the lives of individuals, families and communities around the world.

DentaQuest manages dental and vision benefits for more than 33 million Americans. Our outcomes-based, cost-effective solutions are designed for Medicaid and CHIP, Medicare Advantage, small and large businesses, and individuals. With a focus on prevention and value, we aim to make quality care accessible to improve the oral health of all.

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Location: We support US virtual working arrangements in the contiguous 48 states.

At Sun Life, we look for optimistic people who want to make life brighter for our Clients. We understand the value of diverse cultures, perspectives, and identities, and want you to bring your full and authentic self to work. Every day, you\xe2\x80\x99ll be empowered and challenged by working with dynamic colleagues to find new and innovative ways to make Sun Life the best benefits company in America.

The opportunity:
The PMO Analyst assists with Project Portfolio management activities, including resource capacity and demand management, running monthly financial extracts, and preparing portfolio status reports. This position assists monthly project financial forecasting and evaluation and handles processing statements of work (SOW) and purchase orders (PO) for project-related vendors.

How you will contribute:

• In partnership with FP&A and PMO management, conduct monthly financial processes & reporting (e.g., month-end labor forecast and actuals, etc.), and assist in compiling draft of monthly financial reporting
• Aids investigation of PMO project budgets, forecasts, and actual trends
• Oversee monthly accrual process for the PMO and IT; document and communicate re-classes and forecast changes as needed
• Participate in monthly portfolio financial review meetings with senior leadership
• Maintain controls of external vendor onboarding and purchase order (PO) control process
• Coordinate and manage project-related statements of work (SOWs) from sign-off through PO creation; through to completion (or extension, if applicable)
• In partnership with FP&A & Accounting, assist PMs with project-related invoices for cost control purposes (including tracking of third-party providers engaged in the project work)
• Conduct ongoing examination of IT & PMO capacity & demand and prepare heatmap reporting to highlight areas of concern that are either under or over capacity
• Work closely with PMO and FP&A management to prepare draft PMO Portfolio budget
• Maintain annual expense budgeting and management process.
• Assist the PMO Portfolio cost allocation processes
• Demonstrate a strong comprehension of business and corporate goals, and how PMO projects contribute to the accomplishment of those goals
• Assist Associate Director, Intake & Portfolio Mgmt with PMO intake processes (e.g., business case development and validation), ongoing monitoring and evaluation of project requests, and post-closure benefit realization study for projects in collaboration with business leaders.
• Other duties as needed or required

What you will bring with you:

• Bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, Finance, Accounting, or equivalent required
• 1-3 years of experience in project, program, or portfolio management
• 1-3 years of experience in a finance-type role
• Healthcare industry experience is preferred
• Understanding of budgets, forecasts, financial statements, and accounting practices.
• Ability to operate on their own and manage priorities in a fast-pasted environment.
• Proven application of project management concepts, including work estimation, cost management, resource capacity management, and metrics reporting
• Ability to synthesize project and portfolio financial information into reports/ presentations for executive-level teams
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective written and verbal communicator, comfortable interacting with various audiences within the organization.
• Proficiency with tools such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Visio

Do you see yourself in this role even if you haven\xe2\x80\x99t checked all the boxes above? We welcome all talented candidates and are committed to a culture that represents diversity in all forms. If you think you might thrive in this setting, we would love to hear from you.

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Life is brighter when you work at Sun Life

• Excellent benefits and wellness programs to support the three pillars of your well-being \xe2\x80\x93 mental, physical and financial \xe2\x80\x93 including generous vacation and sick time, market-leading paid family, parental and adoption leave, a partially-paid sabbatical program, medical plans, company paid life and AD&D insurance as well as disability programs and more
• Retirement and Stock Purchase programs to help build and enhance your future financial security including a 401(k) plan with an employer-paid match as well as an employer-funded retirement account
• A flexible work environment with a friendly, caring, collaborative and inclusive culture
• Great Place to Work\xc2\xae Certified in Canada and the U.S.
• Named as a \xe2\x80\x9cTop 10\xe2\x80\x9d employer by the Boston Globe\'s \xe2\x80\x9cTop Places to Work\xe2\x80\x9d two years running

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

If you are a California resident, the salary range for this position is:

• Southern region: $67,000 - 101,500 annually
• Central region: $71,300 - 107,100 annually
• Northern region: $76,300 - 114,500 annually

If you are a Colorado resident, the salary range for this position is $64,600 - 96,900 annually.
If you are a New York resident, the salary range for this position is $76,300 - 1114,500 annually.
If you are Washington resident, the salary range for this position is $71,300 - 107,100 annually.

We consider various factors in determining actual pay including your skills, qualifications, and experience. In addition to salary, this position is eligible for incentive awards based on individual and business performance as well as a broad range of competitive benefits.

Sun Life Financial is a leading provider of group insurance benefits in the U.S., helping people protect what they love about their lives. More than just a name, Sun Life symbolizes our brand promise of making life brighter -for our customers, partners, and communities. Join our talented, diverse workforce and launch a rewarding career. Visit us at to learn more.

At Sun Life we strive to create a flexible work environment where our employees are empowered to do their best work. Several flexible work options are available and can be discussed throughout the selection process depending on the role requirements and individual needs.

Our Affirmative Action Program affirms our commitment to make reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental limitation of otherwise-qualified individuals with disabilities or special disabled veterans, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. Please email to request an accommodation.

At Sun Life we strive to create a flexible work environment where our employees are empowered to do their best work. Several flexible work options are available and can be discussed throughout the selection process depending on the role requirements and individual needs.

For applicants residing in California, please read our employee

Job Category: Project Management - Process

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran

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