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Technology Finance Manager

Aston Carter · Kansas City, MO · 1 mo ago
On-siteFinance$65–$85/hrContract

We’re partnering with a well-known organization in the Kansas City area to identify a Technology Finance Manager for a contract engagement of at least six months, with strong potential for extension or conversion to a permanent role.

About the Role

This is a high-impact finance-based role immersed in the Information Technology Department, responsible for overseeing the financial strategy and execution of all technology-related spend across a multi-billion-dollar enterprise. You’ll serve as a key member of the IT leadership team, providing direction, support, and oversight for financial planning, forecasting, cost transparency, and technology chargebacks for a portfolio totaling several hundred million dollars annually.

As part of the Information Technology leadership team, you’ll partner closely with business and technology stakeholders to influence investment decisions, promote financial accountability, and ensure alignment with strategic priorities. The ideal candidate brings a blend of strategic acumen, financial expertise, and people leadership, excelling in translating complex financial data into actionable insights for senior executives while fostering a culture of transparency and measurable business value from technology investments.

Responsibilities

  • Department Financials
    • Partner with the executive leadership team to define and implement financial goals for the IT department.
    • Establish and embed financial best practices within the department’s operations.
    • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to develop the annual business plan and fourth-quarter forecast by translating business initiatives and consumption trends into projected technology cost impacts.
    • Monitor and manage monthly financial performance, including detailed analysis of Run vs. Transform the Business spending using the Technology Business Management (TBM) framework.
    • Respond to ad hoc requests to support the strategic goals of the executive leadership team.
  • Financial Data Analysis and Training
    • Maintain and apply in-depth knowledge of accounting systems and data reporting tools to support accurate and actionable financial analysis.
    • Promote a culture of financial accountability and TBM literacy by equipping service owners and product managers with the knowledge to interpret unit rates, total application costs, and optimization opportunities.
    • Conduct benchmarking analyses and develop cost models to support data-driven decision-making.
    • Fulfill reporting requirements in coordination with accounting and other corporate groups.
    • Deliver presentations on financial trends and provide conceptual training to various departmental audiences.
  • Corporate Financial Reporting
    • Serve as the primary liaison to the corporate reporting team, ensuring alignment on financial reporting and overhead results.
    • Provide expert guidance on forecasting for key initiatives and material financial matters within the IT department.
    • Share best practices and innovations developed within IT Finance with the broader corporate reporting community.
    • Mentor and support the development of corporate support professionals.
  • Technology Cost Transparency and Chargebacks
    • Drive technology cost transparency by ensuring chargeback rates reflect forecasted consumption, cost structures, and desired behavioral outcomes.
    • Build and maintain partnerships across the enterprise to enhance understanding and use of chargeback data in decision-making processes.
    • Advocate for fairness and transparency in cost recovery, ensuring technology chargebacks are consistent, defensible, and aligned with business value.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a similar discipline from an accredited program.
  • 8+ years of relevant professional experience (11+ years preferred).
  • Public accounting experience highly preferred.
  • Previous supervisory experience preferred.
  • Ability to balance and prioritize multiple day-to-day and ongoing projects simultaneously.
  • Expert-level proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to clearly and effectively present complex information to all levels of employees, management, and clients.
  • Ability to thoughtfully and positively influence, lead, and manage change.
  • Strong project management skills and a strategic perspective.
  • Experience with Oracle and Microsoft Power BI (preferred).
  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred.

Pay

The pay range for this position is $58.00–$87.00/hour, with a target pay rate of $65–$85/hour.

Benefits

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on job classification and length of employment. If eligible, the following benefits may be available for this temporary role:

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Critical illness, accident, and hospital insurance.
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan (pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available).
  • Life insurance (voluntary life and AD&D for the employee and dependents).
  • Short- and long-term disability.
  • Health Spending Account (HSA).
  • Transportation benefits.
  • Employee Assistance Program.
  • Paid time off (PTO, vacation, or sick leave).
  • Holiday pay and PTO accrual.

Schedule

This is a contract position with a duration of at least six months, based fully onsite in Kansas City, MO.

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