Project Finance & Operations Specialist

Adtran • Atlanta, GA

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About The Position

The Project Finance & Operations Specialist plays a key role in providing Operational, Financial and Administrative support for the Services Project Management team. This position is vital to ensuring projects remain well-organized, efficient, and on track to meet company policies and business objectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or a related field is preferred.
• Experience in project coordination, administration, accounting/finance, with preferred experience within a Professional Services environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and preferred experience in SalesForce, SAP, or another PMO Tool.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Capable of effectively presenting and conveying information, as well as responding to inquiries from managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
• Ability to interact positively and professionally with all levels of management, external vendors, and colleagues to foster strong working relationships.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to speak clearly and concisely, actively listen, respond to feedback professionally, and ask questions to ensure full understanding.
• Demonstrate willingness to navigate ambiguity and make sound decisions in complex situations.
• Desire to learn the big picture and understand end‑to-end processes

Responsibilities

• Prepare and distribute reports for Program and Project Managers, as well as the ADTRAN Management Team, as needed.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret data to support informed decision-making.
• Coordinate with customers and ADTRAN teams to manage orders, including order entry, approval, and sales order creation.
• Create and track purchase order requests for partners and assist with invoice review and approvals.
• Provide support for the financial month-end close process
• Acts as a primary liaison between the PMO team and Finance to ensure alignment and operational clarity
• Maintain and update data records to ensure accuracy and consistency.
• Develop and implement strategies to improve workflows, streamline processes, and increase overall efficiency.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the ADTRAN Representative or their designee.
• Participate in special projects and assignments as needed to support evolving departmental and company priorities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level