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# Manager, IT Finance

- **Company:** Robert Half
- **Location:** Chicago, IL, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Analysis of Variance (ANOVA), Cloud Computing, Information Systems, System Configuration, Data Integration, Oracle (Applications), SAP (Applications), Optimization Algorithms, Workday
- **Published:** October 2, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/14_8f4cd16c

## About the Role

* 7+ years of professional experience in IT Finance, Technology Business
 * Management, FP& A, or related roles, including experience leading teams and/or managing vendor delivery
 * Experience directing or partnering with Apptio (or a similar TBM platform) implementation; hands-on configuration experience is a plus but not required
 * Experience with Cloud FinOps practices and tools such as Cloudability
 * Proven track record leading teams and managing external delivery partners
 * Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Information Systems, or related field required
 * MBA, CPA, or TBM Certified Professional preferred
 * Strong financial acumen; familiarity with financial systems (e.g., Oracle, Workday, SAP)

## Description

* Lead and direct a team comprising the TBM platform team and Cloud FinOps Lead, setting priorities and holding both accountable to roadmap commitments
 * Translate enterprise TBM strategy into an executable roadmap for TBM Platform and Cloud FinOps, in partnership with the Director of TBM
 * Set direction and priorities for Apptio module build-out (Planning, TCO, Cost Allocation, Vendor Management), directing the TBM platform team's execution
 * Ensure system integrity, data quality, and alignment to TBM best practices across the Apptio platform
 * Oversee delivery of executive-level financial reporting and dashboards, including CIO-level visibility into technology spend, trends, and KPIs
 * Direct the Cloud FinOps Lead in maturing cloud cost allocation, optimization, and FinOps practices across Cloudability
 * Set the roadmap for cloud cost transparency and drive FinOps adoption with infrastructure and product teams
 * Serve as the senior point of contact for Technology leaders and finance team on Apptio and Cloud FinOps matters
 * Partner with Corporate Finance to integrate Apptio outputs into enterprise financial reporting and planning cycles
 * Represent Apptio and Cloud FinOps strategy and progress to the Director and senior leadership
 * Establish governance frameworks and standard operating procedures for the Apptio platform and Cloud FinOps function
 * Drive automation, data integration improvements, and organizational adoption through team-led training and enablement
 * TBM & Apptio Strategy - strong grasp of TBM frameworks and Apptio capabilities sufficient to direct a platform team, set priorities, and evaluate delivery quality; hands-on configuration is not required
 * Cloud FinOps Leadership - understanding of cloud pricing models, optimization techniques, and FinOps principles, with experience directing FinOps practice maturity
 * Team & Vendor Management - proven experience leading teams and directing third-party or managed-service delivery
 * IT Financial Planning & Analysis - solid understanding of budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and translating technology costs into financial narratives
 * Stakeholder Management & Executive Communication - skilled at engaging technology and finance audiences and presenting to senior leadership
 * Change Management & User Enablement - track record driving adoption of new tools and ways of working across an organization


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