Manager, IT Finance

Experience and Educational Requirements :

Requires broad training in fields such as business administration, accounting, computer sciences or similar vocations generally obtained through completion of a four-year bachelor s degree program, preferably in Business, Finance, Economics, or Accounting, or Computer Science with additional concentration of study in Finance / Accounting; normally requires a minimum of ten (10) years related and progressively responsible experience in IT, accounting and / or finance. Experience in both financial and technical disciplines is required. Relevant advanced degrees, such as an MBA coupled with a technical undergraduate degree is strongly preferred.

Minimum Skills, Knowledge and Ability Requirements :

• Outstanding knowledge of IT products and services; knowledge of Technology Business Management practices. Working knowledge of both IT technical disciplines, plus financial and accounting practices is required.
• Ability to deal with confrontational situations in a positive manner.
• Proficiency in financial tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI, Power Query, Vena) and data analysis platforms, with the ability to leverage technology for strategic insights.
• Exceptional business partnering skills, with experience collaborating with IT and business leaders to drive financial and operational outcomes in a complex, fast-paced setting.
• Strategic mindset with expertise in developing investment strategies and business cases that support transformative initiatives.
• Proven leadership in managing teams and implementing financial processes, with a focus on driving efficiency and transparency.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results under tight deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across the organization. Strong leadership skills; ability to lead a team.
• Strong interpersonal skills; ability to develop and maintain business relationships.
• Outstanding problem-solving skills and ability to apply the appropriate tools and level of analysis to specific situations.
• Ability to implement processes resulting in satisfactory audit practices.
• . Transformation Project Support  : Provide financial leadership for the IT Domain s major transformation project, offering guidance on cost management, resource allocation, and financial performance. Identify and recommend process improvements to enhance the efficiency and impact of financial operations.
• Stakeholder Engagement  : Respond to financial inquiries from IT and business leaders by gathering, analyzing, and summarizing data, delivering insights that influence strategic decisions and support the transformation project s success.
• Team Leadership  : Manage a team of IT finance professionals, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment. Mentor staff to ensure robust execution of financial processes and alignment with the Cencora policies and financial controls.

Skills Required

Excel, Power Bi, Power Query