Role : IT Finance Manager
Location : Tallahassee, FL 32399 (Onsite)
Job Type : Contract
Interview : Face to Face Interviews :
Scope of Services
The candidate selected for this position must be a highly motivated, self-starter, independent worker with high initiative. The candidate must possess excellent communication, organizational, and critical thinking skills, with keen attention to detail. The scope of work the candidate will perform is broad. The candidate will provide financial management for the Office of Information Technology. The candidate will lead the analysis, development, and implementation of financial services for IT planning and control. The candidate will analyze, prepare, and monitor the IT budget and expenditures. The candidate will develop proposals with supporting documentation and justification.
Education
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or another related field.
Experience
- 5-7 years of financial management experience , including managing teams responsible for economic analysis, planning, cost analysis, and financial statements.
- Experience with Florida Statewide Financial Management Systems.
- Experience with Florida legislative budget processes.
Experience leading cross-functional implementation projects, managing stakeholder relationships, and driving organizational change.
Primary Job Duties / Tasks
The activities this candidate will be tasked with include, but are not limited to the following :
Analyzing IT financial conditions and developing recommendations for senior IT leadershipProviding financial statements such as monthly budgets and summary reportsReviewing and approving deliverables for contract and purchase order paymentsDeveloping financial metrics and conducting reviews to ensure complianceDriving standard accounting practices, reconciliations, and consistent reportingEnsuring compliance with Florida Statutes, Florida Administrative Code, as well as internal policiesCreate user guides, process documentation, and self-service resourcesImplement automated feedback collection and analysis proceduresDevelop continuous improvement workflows and enhancement tracking systemsMust complete daily reporting activities
Other duties as assigned
Job Specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs)
The submitted candidate must be able to apply the specific knowledge, skills, and abilities in the following areas :
Knowledge of financial management principles and practices, particularly in IT environmentsKnowledge of IT budgeting processes, cost accounting, and financial planning methodologiesKnowledge of government procurement regulations and compliance requirementsKnowledge of IT infrastructure costs, licensing models, and technology lifecycle managementKnowledge of financial analysis techniques including cost-benefit analysis and ROI calculationsKnowledge of budget development processes and variance analysisKnowledge of IT service management and operational cost structuresKnowledge of legislative budget request processes and documentation requirementsKnowledge of financial reporting standards and audit proceduresKnowledge of IT project financial management and capital expenditure planningSkill in advanced financial analysis and modeling capabilitiesSkill in budget preparation and justification documentationSkill in proposal development with comprehensive supporting materialsSkill in stakeholder communication and presentation of financial informationSkill in cross-functional collaboration between IT and finance teamsSkill in financial forecasting and trend analysisSkill in variance analysis and budget monitoringSkill in cost allocation and chargeback methodologiesSkill in financial reporting and dashboard creationSkill in risk assessment for IT investmentsAbility to lead complex financial analysis projects from conception to implementationAbility to synthesize technical IT requirements into clear financial justificationsAbility to communicate complex financial concepts to both technical and non-technical audiencesAbility to manage multiple budget cycles and financial planning initiatives simultaneouslyAbility to adapt financial strategies to evolving IT needs and organizational prioritiesAbility to ensure accuracy and compliance in all financial documentation and reportingAbility to build consensus among diverse stakeholders on financial decisionsAbility to think strategically about long-term IT financial planning while managing day-to-day operationsAbility to Coordinate Cross-Functional Teams - Team leadership, resource allocation, and performance managementAbility to Drive Continuous Improvement - Innovation promotion, best practice implementation, and optimization culture
Ability to plan, organize, coordinate, prioritize, and manage complex work assignments and project schedules.Ability to follow established processes and practices.Ability to adhere to compliance standards.Ability to ensure thorough and complete communication with all stakeholders and the chain of command, including immediate and appropriate follow-through.
General Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs) :
The submitted candidate must be able to apply common knowledge, skills, and abilities in the following areas :
Self-Management : Must have the initiative to derive the next steps of an assignment with little guidance.Communication : Can clearly convey information, in both written and verbal formats, to individuals or groups in a wide variety of settings (i.e., project team meetings, management presentations, etc.). Must have the ability to effectively listen and process information provided by others, as well as takecomprehensive notes.
Customer Service : Works well with clients and customers (i.e., business office, public, or other agencies).Able to assess the needs of the customer, provide information or assistance to satisfy expectations, or resolve a problem.
Decision Making : Makes sound, well-informed, and objective decisions utilizing critical thinking skills and analysis.Flexibility : is open to change, new processes (or process improvement), and new information. Can adapt in response to new information, changing conditions, or unexpected obstacles. Ability to receive and give constructive criticism and maintain effective work relationships with others.Interpersonal : Shows friendliness, courtesy, understanding, and politeness to others.Leadership : Motivates, encourages, and challenges others. Can adapt leadership styles in a variety of situations.Problem Solving : Able to identify, evaluate, and use sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternative actions, and make recommendations accordingly.Team Building : Encourages, inspires, and guides others toward accomplishing the common goal.Quality Assurance : Knowledge of the ideologies, techniques, and tools for quality assurance and control. The ability to put the ideologies, techniques, and tools into practice.
Avinash Kumar Sr. IT Recruiter
Email- avinashk@stellentit.com Phone Number : +1 321 7856 062
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