It Financial Manager

Title:IT Financial Manager
Location:Stamford, CT
Job Type:Full-Time / Exempt
About the Role:The IT Financial Manager oversees IT budgets, capital projects, and expenses, ensuring alignment with business objectives. This role requires expertise in IT financial management, contract negotiation, and cost allocation across business units. You will drive financial accountability by providing key insights into cost control and reporting for IT initiatives.
What You'll Do:
Compile and manage IT expense and capital project budgets, ensuring alignment with business strategies.
Oversee IT contract management for hardware/software, ensuring compliance with terms, renewals, and budgetary needs.
Handle monthly expense reporting, variance analysis, and capital project tracking.
Establish total cost of ownership (TCO) for all technology assets.
Collaborate with IT and business leaders to ensure expense alignment with project goals.
Conduct waterfall budget planning for future years.
Travel: 10%-20%
Perform other duties as assigned.

What You'll Bring:
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field (Master's/MBA preferred).
5+ years of financial management experience, with a focus on IT or tech operations.
Expertise in IT financial management, budgeting, forecasting, and cost allocation.
Proven experience managing IT contracts and procurement.
Skilled in budget allocation matrices and TCO management for tech assets.
Proficient in financial modeling and reporting tools (Excel, SAP, Oracle).
Strong leadership, communication, and analytical skills.
Preferred certifications: CFA, CPA, CMA.