Payment Service Project Manager (contract)

KPMG US is seeking a Project Manager for Payments & Service Provider Governance to lead initiatives within the payments domain. The role involves managing projects related to payment service providers, ensuring effective oversight and governance, and coordinating activities across various teams.

Responsibilities:

• Lead end‑to‑end project delivery for payment‑related initiatives involving Payment Service Providers (PSPs)
• Manage projects supporting payment transaction processing with external service providers
• Coordinate activities across Finance, Payments Operations, Procurement, Legal, Risk, and Compliance teams
• Drive improvements in governance frameworks for payment service providers, including controls, oversight, and accountability models
• Oversee service provider onboarding, change initiatives, and ongoing engagement from a project delivery perspective
• Track project milestones, risks, issues, and dependencies related to payment transactions and vendor interactions
• Ensure projects align with regulatory, compliance, and internal control requirements in the payment space
• Support vendor performance management initiatives, including SLA tracking and remediation planning
• Prepare executive‑level project status reports, dashboards, and governance materials
• Facilitate decision‑making forums and working sessions related to payment services and provider governance
• Act with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold the firm’s respectful and courteous work environment

Requirements:

• Proven Project Management experience within the payments domain
• Hands-on experience working with Payment Service Providers (PSPs)
• Experience managing initiatives involving payment transactions with third-party service providers
• Strong background driving governance improvements for external vendors or service providers
• Understanding of payment operations, transaction lifecycles, and third-party risk considerations
• Strong stakeholder management and cross-functional communication skills
• Experience delivering projects in regulated or risk-sensitive environments
• Proficiency with project management tools and reporting methodologies
• Experience in financial services, fintech, or payments modernization programs
• Background in vendor governance, third-party risk management, or operational controls