IT Finance Manager (OPEX)

MAG; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A major UK airport operator in Manchester is seeking an experienced IT Finance Manager to oversee technology-related financial requests and manage OPEX budgets of around £30 million. The role involves financial reporting, contract management, and process improvements within the Office of the CIO. Successful candidates will possess advanced Excel skills, strong analytical abilities, and experience in financial reporting and budgeting. A flexible work environment and generous benefits package are offered.

Benefits

Flexible and generous pension plan

24 days holiday plus bank holidays

Free parking

Subsidised public transport

Company discounts

2 volunteering days per year

Free Virtual GP service

Care Concierge service

Qualifications

• Experience managing OPEX budgets of approximately £30m across multiple budget areas.
• Experience with financial reporting, month-end adjustments, and variance analysis.
• Ability to identify and implement process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Lead the team responsible for processing Technology-related financial requests.
• Manage budgets, contracts, and financial reporting across technology functions.
• Oversee financial reporting and month-end adjustments.

Skills

Advanced Excel skills

Strong analytical ability

Excellent planning and organisational skills

Clear written and verbal communication skills

Experience in financial reporting

Budgeting

Contract management

Tools

Financial systems

Job description

Based at Manchester Airport

Permanent Fixed Term Contract Role

Flexible/Hybrid working for a better work/life balance

Manchester Airport Group

At MAG we provide the airport facilities and travel services that people need to connect with the world. As the largest UK‑owned airport operator, we serve over 60 million passengers a year from Manchester, London Stansted, and East Midlands Airports. With over 270 destinations across the globe, our businesses not only bring people together but also support the prosperity of the regions in which we operate.

Sustainability is one of our core values, and it shapes everything we do. We're committed to protecting the environment and supporting our local communities. Our programmes include airport and airline decarbonisation, comprehensive education, skills and employment support and community engagement initiatives including volunteering opportunities.

At MAG, we recognise creating a first‑class journey for our customers starts by creating a first‑class career journey for our colleagues and we are committed to building inclusive environments in which our people can thrive. You'll also have access to some great benefits including:

• Flexible and generous company pension plan with various company contribution options
• 24 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Free parking
• Subsidised public transport
• Huge range of company discounts
• 2 volunteering days per year
• Free Virtual GP service, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
• Care Concierge service

The Role

As an IT Finance Manager at MAG, you'll lead the team responsible for processing all Technology‑related financial requests and orders, ensuring rigorous standards and processes throughout the end‑to‑end lifecycle. You'll manage budgets, contracts, and financial reporting across multiple technology functions, supporting operational needs and driving efficiencies within the Office of the CIO.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing OPEX budgets of approximately £30m across 11 budget areas
• Overseeing financial reporting, month‑end adjustments, and variance analysis
• Leading on budgeting and forecasting processes
• Managing IT contracts from a financial and expiry perspective
• Manage supplier relationships and account reconciliation
• Driving process improvements and efficiencies
• Line management of 1‑2 team members

What will make you successful in the role?

• Advanced Excel skills and experience with financial systems
• Strong analytical ability to interpret complex data and present insights clearly
• Excellent planning and organisational skills to manage multiple priorities
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to identify and implement process improvements
• Experience in financial reporting, budgeting, and contract management

Equal Opportunities & Reasonable Adjustments

At MAG we believe in the importance of diversity & inclusion for all. We are committed to creating a workforce that is reflective of our society. As such, we welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.

We're also committed to well‑being with a focus on mental health and supporting colleagues from underrepresented groups through our Colleague Resource Groups.

As a Disability Confident employer, we are committed to creating an environment where candidates and employees can perform at their optimum. Please let us know if we can provide you with any reasonable adjustments to aid your application or interview process.

You can contact the team by emailing [e-mail]

Our Colleague Resource Groups include: Women’s Network, Embrace - Race & Ethnicity Group, Fly With Pride (LGBTQIA+), Mental Health, Parent & Carers, Disabilities including neurodiversity.