IT Finance Manager

Overview

On Site
Depends on Experience
Contract - Independent
Contract - W2
Contract - 7 Month(s)

Skills

IT Financial Management
Budgeting and Forecasting
Cost Analysis
ROI Analysis
Total Cost of Ownership (TCO)
Florida Statewide Financial Management Systems
Legislative Budget Process
Government Accounting
Public Sector Finance
IT Project Financial Management
Financial Reporting
Compliance
Cost Allocation
Chargeback Models
Variance Analysis
Financial Modeling
Risk Assessment
IT Budget Planning
Process Improvement
Financial Dashboard Creation
Automation
Cross-Functional Leadership
Stakeholder Communication
Change Management
Strategic Planning
Capital Expenditure (CapEx) Planning
Financial Reconciliation
Audit Support
IT Infrastructure Cost Management
Forecasting Tools
Financial Metrics Development

Job Details

IT Finance Manager

Location: Tallahassee, FL
Duration: 7+ Months [November 1, 2025 June 30, 2026] | One (1) year renewal term not to exceed 12 months
Job Type: Contract | Onsite

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced IT Finance Manager to support the financial operations of large-scale IT initiatives for a state government client in Tallahassee, Florida.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in financial management, state budget processes, and IT cost planning, with demonstrated leadership in managing cross-functional teams and driving financial accountability across departments.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Analyze IT financial conditions and provide recommendations to senior IT leadership.

  • Prepare and present financial statements, monthly budgets, and summary reports.

  • Review and approve deliverables tied to contract and purchase order payments.

  • Develop financial metrics and conduct periodic compliance reviews.

  • Oversee standard accounting practices, reconciliations, and consistent financial reporting.

  • Ensure compliance with Florida Statutes, Florida Administrative Code, and internal policy requirements.

  • Create process documentation, user guides, and self-service financial resources.

  • Implement automated financial reporting and feedback collection systems.

  • Drive continuous improvement workflows and track financial process enhancements.

  • Prepare daily, monthly, and quarterly financial reporting deliverables.

  • Perform other related duties as assigned by leadership.

Required Education & Experience

  • Bachelor s Degree in Computer Science, Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.

  • 5 7 years of financial management experience, including budgeting, cost analysis, and financial statement oversight.

  • Experience managing teams responsible for financial analysis and reporting.

  • Experience with Florida Statewide Financial Management Systems.

  • Knowledge of Florida legislative budget and appropriations processes.

  • Proven ability to lead cross-functional projects and drive organizational change.

Key Skills & Knowledge Areas

  • Financial Management in IT environments

  • IT Budgeting, Cost Accounting, and Financial Planning

  • Government Procurement and Compliance Regulations

  • IT Infrastructure Cost and Lifecycle Management

  • Cost-Benefit and ROI Analysis

  • Legislative Budget Requests and Variance Analysis

  • Financial Reporting and Audit Procedures

  • IT Project Financial Management & CapEx Planning

  • Financial Modeling, Forecasting, and Trend Analysis

  • Risk Assessment for IT Investments

  • Chargeback & Cost Allocation Methodologies

  • Financial Dashboards and Reporting Tools

  • Stakeholder Communication and Executive Presentations

  • Team Leadership, Resource Allocation, and Performance Management

  • Continuous Process Improvement and Innovation in Finance Operations

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

  • Ability to translate complex IT requirements into clear financial justifications.

  • Ability to manage multiple budget cycles and financial planning initiatives.

  • Strong communication skills able to present technical financial data to non-financial audiences.

  • Proven record of ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timeliness in financial reporting.

  • Strategic thinker capable of balancing long-term IT financial planning with daily operational execution.

  • Demonstrated skill in collaboration, consensus building, and stakeholder management.

  • Ability to lead cross-functional teams and foster a culture of accountability and optimization.

Top Skills for Dice Search

  1. IT Financial Management

  2. Budgeting and Forecasting

  3. Cost Analysis / ROI / TCO

  4. Florida Statewide Financial Management Systems

  5. Legislative Budget Process (Florida)

  6. IT Project Financial Management

  7. Financial Reporting and Compliance

  8. Government Accounting / Public Sector Finance

  9. Process Improvement and Automation

  10. Cross-Functional Leadership

Additional Details

  • Work Location: Onsite Tallahassee, FL

  • Start Date: November 1, 2025

  • Duration: 7+ Months (possible 12-month renewal)

  • Work Authorization: Must be eligible to work in the U.S.

  • Schedule: Standard business hours

Apply today to lead IT financial operations and help modernize fiscal management within a dynamic state agency environment!

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