IT Finance Manager

ASSYST is seeking an experienced IT Finance Manager to support our government client in Tallahassee, FL.

This is an Onsite position
Location - Tallahassee, FL

Scope of work:

• 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.

Required 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 Responsibilities:

• Analyzing IT financial conditions and developing recommendations for senior IT leadership
• Providing financial statements such as monthly budgets and summary reports
• Reviewing and approving deliverables for contract and purchase order payments
• Developing financial metrics and conducting reviews to ensure compliance
• Driving standard accounting practices, reconciliations, and consistent reporting
• Ensuring compliance with Florida Statutes, Florida Administrative Code, as well as internal policies
• Create user guides, process documentation, and self-service resources
• Implement automated feedback collection and analysis procedures
• Develop continuous improvement workflows and enhancement tracking systems
• Must complete daily reporting activities 

Job Specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• Knowledge of financial management principles and practices, particularly in IT environments
• Knowledge of IT budgeting processes, cost accounting, and financial planning methodologies
• Knowledge of government procurement regulations and compliance requirements
• Knowledge of IT infrastructure costs, licensing models, and technology lifecycle management
• Knowledge of financial analysis techniques including cost-benefit analysis and ROI calculations
• Knowledge of budget development processes and variance analysis
• Knowledge of IT service management and operational cost structures
• Knowledge of legislative budget request processes and documentation requirements
• Knowledge of financial reporting standards and audit procedures
• Knowledge of IT project financial management and capital expenditure planning
• Skill in advanced financial analysis and modeling capabilities
• Skill in budget preparation and justification documentation
• Skill in proposal development with comprehensive supporting materials
• Skill in stakeholder communication and presentation of financial information
• Skill in cross-functional collaboration between IT and finance teams
• Skill in financial forecasting and trend analysis
• Skill in variance analysis and budget monitoring
• Skill in cost allocation and chargeback methodologies
• Skill in financial reporting and dashboard creation
• Skill in risk assessment for IT investments
• Ability to lead complex financial analysis projects from conception to implementation
• Ability to synthesize technical IT requirements into clear financial justifications
• Ability to communicate complex financial concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Ability to manage multiple budget cycles and financial planning initiatives simultaneously
• Ability to adapt financial strategies to evolving IT needs and organizational priorities
• Ability to ensure accuracy and compliance in all financial documentation and reporting
• Ability to build consensus among diverse stakeholders on financial decisions
• Ability to think strategically about long-term IT financial planning while managing day-to-day operations
• Ability to Coordinate Cross-Functional Teams - Team leadership, resource allocation, and performance management
• Ability 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. 

ASSYST is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, military status, national origin or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or applicable local law