Xerox
Finance Business Partner to Chief Information Officer (CIO)
Xerox, Raleigh, North Carolina, United States, 27601
Job Title:
Finance Business Partner to Chief Information Officer (CIO)
Department:
Record to Report
Reports To:
Senior Director, Record to Report
Job Summary:
The Finance Business Partner to the CIO will play a critical role in providing financial insights, analysis, and strategic support to the IT Department, as well as Security and Innovation teams. This position will act as a trusted advisor to the CIO, ensuring that financial considerations are integrated into the decision-making process and that the IT department operates within budgetary constraints while achieving its strategic objectives.
Key Responsibilities:
Financial Planning & Analysis:
Collaborate with the CIO and IT leadership team to develop and manage the IT budget, forecast, and long-term financial plans.
Strategic Support:
Provide financial insights and recommendations to support IT strategic initiatives, including technology investments, cost optimization, and project prioritization.
Performance Monitoring:
Track and analyze IT financial performance, identifying trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement.
Cost Management:
Partner with the IT department to identify cost-saving opportunities and ensure efficient allocation of resources.
Reporting:
Prepare and present financial reports, dashboards, and key performance indicators (KPIs) to the CIO and other stakeholders.
Risk Management:
Assess financial risks associated with IT projects and initiatives and develop mitigation strategies.
Stakeholder Collaboration:
Work closely with other finance team members, procurement, and other departments to ensure alignment and effective communication.
Compliance:
Ensure adherence to financial policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
Qualifications:
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field. MBA or professional accounting qualification (e.g., CPA, ACCA) is preferred.
Experience:
Minimum of 7 to 10 years of experience in finance, with a focus on financial planning and analysis, preferably within the IT or technology sector.
Prior experience working as finance business partner to senior leader essential.
Skills:
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and presentation skills.
Ability to work collaboratively and build strong relationships with stakeholders.
Knowledge of IT financial management and technology investments.
Experience with Anaplan desirable but not essential.
Personal Attributes:
Detail-Oriented:
Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy.
Proactive:
Self-starter with the ability to work independently and take initiative.
Adaptable:
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
Strategic Thinker:
Ability to think strategically and provide valuable insights to support decision-making.
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Finance Business Partner to Chief Information Officer (CIO)
Department:
Record to Report
Reports To:
Senior Director, Record to Report
Job Summary:
The Finance Business Partner to the CIO will play a critical role in providing financial insights, analysis, and strategic support to the IT Department, as well as Security and Innovation teams. This position will act as a trusted advisor to the CIO, ensuring that financial considerations are integrated into the decision-making process and that the IT department operates within budgetary constraints while achieving its strategic objectives.
Key Responsibilities:
Financial Planning & Analysis:
Collaborate with the CIO and IT leadership team to develop and manage the IT budget, forecast, and long-term financial plans.
Strategic Support:
Provide financial insights and recommendations to support IT strategic initiatives, including technology investments, cost optimization, and project prioritization.
Performance Monitoring:
Track and analyze IT financial performance, identifying trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement.
Cost Management:
Partner with the IT department to identify cost-saving opportunities and ensure efficient allocation of resources.
Reporting:
Prepare and present financial reports, dashboards, and key performance indicators (KPIs) to the CIO and other stakeholders.
Risk Management:
Assess financial risks associated with IT projects and initiatives and develop mitigation strategies.
Stakeholder Collaboration:
Work closely with other finance team members, procurement, and other departments to ensure alignment and effective communication.
Compliance:
Ensure adherence to financial policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
Qualifications:
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field. MBA or professional accounting qualification (e.g., CPA, ACCA) is preferred.
Experience:
Minimum of 7 to 10 years of experience in finance, with a focus on financial planning and analysis, preferably within the IT or technology sector.
Prior experience working as finance business partner to senior leader essential.
Skills:
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and presentation skills.
Ability to work collaboratively and build strong relationships with stakeholders.
Knowledge of IT financial management and technology investments.
Experience with Anaplan desirable but not essential.
Personal Attributes:
Detail-Oriented:
Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy.
Proactive:
Self-starter with the ability to work independently and take initiative.
Adaptable:
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
Strategic Thinker:
Ability to think strategically and provide valuable insights to support decision-making.
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