Sr Director, Finance Technology Analyst, Remote US

About the Role

The role requires a deep understanding of IT financial management practices, including budgeting, cost benchmarking, costing, allocation, chargeback, strategic cost management, and governance. The Senior Director will engage with clients via in-person and virtual meetings, sales support visits, and Gartner conferences to discuss complex client challenges and offer recommendations. This role is not a corporate FP&A position, but rather a specialized role that requires expertise in technology finance and a keen eye for identifying gaps, problems, and solutions within the market.

As a Senior Director, the successful candidate will be part of a team that is shaping the future of IT financial management. The role will involve collaborating with other experts to develop and publish insights that are both pragmatic and provocative, helping clients make better decisions and solve complex issues. With the current shift towards cloud and AI technologies, this role offers a unique opportunity for professionals to leverage their expertise and make a meaningful impact on the industry.

What You Will Do

• Create innovative and thought-provoking insights that address the priorities and challenges of CIO clients
• Serve as an authority on how CIOs can establish and execute sound financial management of the technology budget and business outcome-driven initiatives
• Deliver strong positions on best and emerging practices for CIOs to manage finances, resulting in reduced operating costs and positive business outcomes
• Present on IT financial management content and related thought leadership in one-to-one and one-to-many forums
• Develop predictions and scenarios about the future of IT financial management and the implications and actions for CIOs
• Develop new insights and ideas through thought leadership and offer compelling, actionable approaches to clients' needs and requests
• Conduct in-depth analysis to identify the root cause of a client's barriers or overall needs and reframe thinking to drive strategy forward
• Demonstrate thought leadership in establishing and executing sound financial management practices
• Engage with clients via in-person and virtual meetings, sales support visits, and Gartner conferences

What We Are Looking For

• Hands-on experience supporting CIO organizations, with a focus on technology budgeting, service tower costing, and cloud/AI economics
• Deep understanding of IT financial management practices, including budgeting, cost benchmarking, costing, allocation, chargeback, strategic cost management, and governance
• Prior exposure to technology finance, ITFM/TBM practices, or FinOps/cloud cost governance
• Experience in IT finance, including areas such as IT budgeting, cost benchmarking, costing, allocation, chargeback, strategic cost management, AI and cloud spend analysis, and governance
• Background in vendors and tool selection from IT finance technology providers
• Demonstrated commitment to staying current on the economic and governance impacts of AI and cloud technologies
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify gaps, problems, and solutions within the market
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage with clients and deliver thought leadership

Nice to Have

• Experience with Excel and other financial management tools
• Knowledge of cloud and AI technologies, including unit economics, consumption pricing, and FinOps practices
• Background in data analysis and visualization, with the ability to create compelling and actionable insights
• Experience working with CIOs and other senior-level executives, with a deep understanding of their needs and challenges
• Certification in IT financial management or a related field

Benefits and Perks

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunity to work with a leading research and advisory firm, shaping the future of IT financial management
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment, with a team of experts in the field
• Flexible and remote work arrangements, with the ability to work from anywhere
• Professional development and growth opportunities, with access to training and certification programs
• Recognition and reward for outstanding performance, including bonuses and promotions
• Access to the latest research and insights, with the ability to stay current on industry trends and developments

• Tip: Highlight your experience in IT finance and technology budgeting, as these skills are in high demand for this role.
• Be prepared to provide specific examples of your experience working with CIOs and other senior-level executives, including your ability to communicate complex financial concepts and provide actionable insights.
• Show your understanding of cloud and AI technologies, including unit economics, consumption pricing, and FinOps practices, and be prepared to discuss how these technologies are impacting the industry.
• Demonstrate your analytical and problem-solving skills, including your ability to identify gaps, problems, and solutions within the market, and provide examples of how you have applied these skills in previous roles.
• Be prepared to discuss your experience with data analysis and visualization, and how you have used these skills to create compelling and actionable insights for clients.
• Consider creating a portfolio of your work, including examples of your writing, presentations, and other relevant projects, to demonstrate your skills and experience to potential employers.
• When negotiating salary, be sure to research the market rate for similar roles and be prepared to make a strong case for your worth, based on your skills, experience, and achievements.