IT Planning and Financial Specialist

For our customer, we are looking for an IT Planning and Financial specialist.

As the IT Planning and Financial specialist, you will be a key partner and advisor to the Head of FLS-IT (CIO) and the management team, ensuring IT financial transparency, operational efficiency, strategic alignment, and clear communication within the IT organization and across the company. You will manage high-priority initiatives, streamline internal processes, and support the Head of FLS-IT vision with a strong emphasis on financial analysis, KPI reporting, and performance management. This role demands a seasoned professional with a strong analytical background, financial acumen, and the ability to create compelling presentations and reports for the executive team.

Your Responsibilities

Financial Oversight & Budget Management

• Track, analyze, and report on financial performance, identifying trends, opportunities for cost optimization, and areas of improvement supporting the Technology Business Management (TBM) approach
• Work closely with finance teams to ensure alignment on budgetary processes, forecasts, and ongoing financial reporting.

KPI Reporting & Performance Management

• Manage KPIs and OKRs to measure performance across technology initiatives, ensuring alignment with overall business objectives.
• Create, update, and manage regular dashboards and reports to provide clear insights on progress, roadblocks, and impact.
• Provide insights and recommendations to improve operational efficiency, optimize resource allocation, and enhance accountability across the tech organization.

Strategic Support, Communication & Collaboration

• Develop and manage internal and external communications for the CIO, including presentations, reports, and updates for leadership meetings.
• Collaborate with senior IT leaders to drive clarity and alignment on goals, priorities, and execution plans.
• Build and maintain strong relationships across departments to facilitate alignment on strategic initiatives, mitigate risks, and foster collaboration.

What You Bring

• Financial Acumen: Strong understanding of financial metrics, cost management, and budgeting processes to support high-level decision-making.
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to anticipate business needs, connect the dots between strategic objectives, and implement solutions that drive results.
• Stakeholder Management: Skilled in managing relationships across all levels, fostering collaboration, and maintaining alignment on goals.
• Analytical Problem-Solving: Demonstrated ability to break down complex problems, interpret data, and propose effective solutions.
• Communication & Presentation: Exceptional communication skills with an ability to deliver clear and compelling messages, whether in a boardroom or team meeting.
• Results-Oriented Leadership: Ability to take ownership of projects, prioritize work, and drive initiatives to successful completion.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, or a related field
• 7+ years of experience in strategic operations, financial planning, project management, or similar roles within technology or related industries.
• Extensive experience in financial management, including budgeting, forecasting, and KPI reporting.
• Strong analytical skills with a track record of transforming data into actionable insights and clear reports.
• Demonstrated ability to build and deliver executive-level presentations, balancing detail with high-level messaging.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a proven ability to influence and drive consensus across senior leadership.
• Proven experience in project or program management, ideally within a technology or IT environment.