Description

If you are currently an employee of Herc Rentals, please apply using this link: Herc Employee Career Portal

Founded in 1965, Herc Rentals is one of the leading equipment rental suppliers in North America with 2024 pro forma total revenues reaching approximately $5.1 billion. Herc Rentals' parent company, known as Herc Holdings Inc., listed on the New York Stock Exchange on July 1, 2016, under the symbol "HRI." Herc Rentals serves customers through approximately 612 locations and has about 9,900 employees in North America as of September 30, 2025.

Job Purpose

The Project Manager is responsible for successful administration and management of the delivery of finance system projects within Herc Rentals. This position will work collaboratively across all IT Architecture and Business domains as well as with external service providers to develop and/or improve the ERP, financial reporting systems and related processes using best practices and Herc Rentals technology standards.

What you will do...

• Lead the planning, execution, and final delivery of financial systems projects from initiation to completion, ensuring they are on time, within scope, and on budget
• Oversee the customization, integration, and implementation of ERP and financial reporting systems
  Assist in the development of testing requirements, develop test plans and coordinate testing efforts
• Provide regular project status updates, reports, and presentations to senior management and stakeholders, using financial analysis skills to inform decision-making
• Foster a continuous improvement mindset, identifying opportunities to leverage technology and automate processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness of the finance function
• Manage all phases of process improvement projects, utilizing methodologies like Agile, Scrum, Lean, or Six Sigma to drive change effectively
• Lead efforts to analyze current accounting workflows to pinpoint inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and control gaps within existing financial processes and propose technology-based and procedural solutions to optimize performance
• Design future-state processes, coordinate the implementation of new procedures or supporting technologies
• Develop and execute change management and communication plans, including delivering training and creating documentation, to ensure smooth transitions and sustained adoption of new processes
• Define key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to measure the effectiveness of new processes, monitoring performance post-implementation and iterating as needed
• Ensure all process improvements adhere to internal controls, accounting standards, and regulations, working closely with internal and external auditors
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams-Finance, Accounting, IT, Operations, Internal Audit, and external vendors-to gather requirements, ensure alignment and implement changes that meet business needs
• Manage project communications - including the status, issues, risks and deliverables

Requirements

• Minimum of four years of experience in project management
• Proven track record of successfully managing complex, end-to-end software or ERP implementation projects
• Experience working with major ERP and financial reporting systems like Oracle and OneStream
• Demonstrated experience in driving significant process improvements that resulted in measurable efficiency gains, cost reductions, or enhanced control environments
• Experience with process mapping tools and strong analytical and quantitative skills

Education and Certifications:

• A bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, Management Information Systems, or a related analytical field
• Certifications such as PMP, Lean or Six Sigma are highly advantageous

Skills

• Strong verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with all levels of the organization
• Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies and strong Microsoft products including Powerpoint, Project, Visio and Excel
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Strong financial acumen, analytical, and complex problem-solving skills
• Exceptional ability to analyze complex data, identify root causes of inefficiencies, and translate findings into practical solutions
• Understanding of core accounting principles and financial processes
• Proficient at developing and delivering presentations with excellent meeting management skills
• Requires strong leadership and proactive issue and risk management
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify problems, make decisions, create solutions and take action

Req #: 67015

Pay Range: $110,000 - $130,000

Please be advised that the actual salary offered for any position is subject to the company's sole discretion and may be influenced by various factors, including but not limited to the candidate's qualifications, experience, location, and overall fit for the role.

Herc Rentals values its employees and provides excellent compensation and benefits packages which are not limited to the following.

Keeping you healthy

Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

Life and disability insurance

Flex spending and health savings accounts

Virtual Health Visits

24 Hour Nurse Line

Healthy Pregnancy Program

Tobacco Cessation Program

Weight Loss Program

Building Your Financial Future

401(k) plan with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Life & Work Harmony

Paid Time Off (Holidays, Vacations, Sick Days)

Paid parental leave.

Military leave & support for those in the National Guard and Reserves

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Adoption Assistance Reimbursement Program

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Auto & Home Insurance Discounts

Protecting You & Your Family

Company Paid Life Insurance

Supplemental Life Insurance

Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance

Company Paid Disability Insurance

Supplemental Disability Insurance

Group Legal Plan

Critical Illness Insurance

Accident Insurance

Herc does not discriminate in employment based on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, political affiliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors.