Manager, IT Finance

The Manager, IT Finance proactively leads technology spend reporting and cost modeling responsibilities within the Financial Planning & Analysis group, partnering closely with IT and business leaders to improve cost tracking visibility, deliver timely insights, and drive decision-making. This individual will play a critical role in supporting IT investment decisions in an environment where annual tech spend has scaled rapidly. This is a new role for the organization, reports to a Senior Director, and will serve as the financial lead interfacing with the CIO and IT project teams.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Serve as the dedicated finance partner to the IT function, embedded within FP&A
• Build and own the IT annual spend budget, incorporating labor, software, systems, and third-party development
• Develop and maintain a deep set of KPIs and cost drivers to support the "P x Q" structure of project estimates
• Enable tracking and accountability of IT development projects through metric-driven modeling
• Evaluate and challenge investment proposals; support capital approval processes with robust financial justification
• Partner with IT leaders to cost out scrum teams and development initiatives
• Conduct monthly variance analyses and scenario planning tied to major IT programs
• Partner cross-functionally with Finance, IT, and department leaders to improve cost transparency, cost allocation logic, and spend governance
• Interface with the capital committee and executive leadership on IT budget strategy and oversight
• Create and deliver presentations (charts/graphs/tables) for the Senior Leadership Team and other stakeholders, highlighting drivers, implications, and recommended actions
• Leverage and enhance tools (Cognos, Oracle ERP, Excel, and/or SQL where applicable) to automate reporting, streamline processes, and reduce manual effort

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or General Business
• 5+ years in FP&A or corporate finance, with direct experience supporting IT or product development groups
• Proven ability to model complex, project-based costs—ideally in agile, SaaS, or tech-enabled environments
• Strong command of Excel and driver-based financial modeling
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; Skilled in working with technical leaders and holding stakeholders accountable
• Comfortable acting independently while contributing to a broader FP&A structure
• Familiar with agile team roles, project scoping, and capital planning workflows
• SQL knowledge a plus; ability to pull/validate data and improve reporting pipelines
• Self-driven, proactive, and comfortable working independently in a dynamic environment
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screening

Direct Reports

• N/A

Benefits

We understand that your role at DCLI is only part of who you are. Our comprehensive compensation and benefits package provide resources for you to be your best self, grow professionally and personally, and reach your full potential.

• Excellent health, dental, and vision insurance options for you and your family
• Ample PTO and paid holidays
• 401k with company match
• Flexibility to support a healthy work-life balance
• Wellness resources
• Company-sponsored parties, outings, and other perks

Development Opportunities

At DCLI, you’ll find that everyone – from your coworkers and managers to the senior leadership team – wants to see you succeed and there are opportunities available for you to develop in your current role and prepare to take that next step in your career:

• Tuition reimbursement
• Internal training and educational resources
• Quarterly and annual awards for outstanding performance
• Pathways to promotions and access to advice, feedback, and mentorship
• Participation in professional organizations
• Internships