Manager – IT Budgeting & Financial Governance

Intellismith; Gurugram District; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,500,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading outsourcing partner in India is seeking a Manager for IT Budgeting & Financial Governance. In this role, you will manage IT Financial Governance, oversee the end-to-end budget lifecycle, and work closely with IT, Finance, and Procurement teams. The ideal candidate has 3-6 years of relevant experience and proven skills in financial reporting and vendor management. This is a full-time office position based in Gurugram, with immediate to 15 days notice preferred.

Qualifications

• 3–6 years of relevant experience in end-to-end budget lifecycle.
• Hands-on experience in IT Financial Governance, not pure Finance or Accounting.
• Experience in writing business cases and approval notes for IT spends.
• Strong CAPEX and OPEX tracking and variance analysis
• Experience working with cross-functional IT, Finance, Procurement, Vendors
• Proficient in Excel and financial reporting for IT cost analysis
• Ability to present financial insights to IT and business leadership
• Ownership of complete IT budget lifecycle and approvals
• Prepare cost-benefit analyses for IT investments
• Track and control IT OPEX and CAPEX within budgets and controls
• Manage vendor financials including commercials, renewals, penalties, reviews
• Identify cost optimization opportunities across IT operations and engagements
• Provide accurate IT financial data, insights and decision support

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end IT Financial Governance including budget planning and vendor financial control.
• Work closely with IT, Finance, Procurement, and business stakeholders for cost transparency.
• Track and control IT OPEX and CAPEX, ensuring adherence to budgets.

Skills

IT Finance / IT Financial Governance

end-to-end IT budget lifecycle

cross-functional team collaboration

Excel and financial reporting

Cross-functional teams

Excel

Financial reporting

Stakeholder communication

Cost-benefit analysis

OPEX & CAPEX tracking

Vendor financials

Cost optimization

Financial insights

Job description

Manager – IT Budgeting & Financial Governance

About Intellismith

At Intellismith, we power digital transformation for enterprises while closing the skills gap across India. Since 2019, we’ve delivered innovative HR solutions, technology resource outsourcing, and talent acquisition for leading brands in BFSI, IT, and emerging industries. Our expertise extends from scalable cloud services and AI‑powered automation to secure, enterprise‑grade IT solutions. But our vision goes beyond technology—we’re committed to building India’s future workforce. Our state‑of‑the‑art skilling and assessment platform connects young talent to industry‑relevant training, bridging the gap between education, employability, and high‑impact careers.

Why choose Intellismith?

• Proven partner for enterprise digital transformation and IT modernization
• Leading provider of technology outsourcing solutions in India
• Mission‑driven company driving skills development and workforce readiness
• Collaborative, growth‑focused teams across Noida, Chennai, Mumbai, and Bangalore
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As a leading outsourcing partner, we are hiring a Manager – IT Budgeting & Financial Governance to work on a project for our client, which is the largest provider of telecoms and mobile money services in 14 countries spanning Sub‑Saharan, Central, and Western Africa.

Purpose of Job: To manage end‑to‑end IT Financial Governance, including IT budget planning, tracking, approvals, and vendor financial control, while working closely with IT, Finance, Procurement, and business stakeholders to ensure cost transparency and financial discipline.

• Experience: 3–6 years of relevant experience in end‑to‑end budget lifecycle
• CTC Bracket: Competitive, aligned with industry standards
• Location: Gurugram (WFO - 5 days)
• Notice Period: Immediate to 15 days (candidates with a notice period of less than 30 days are preferred)

Mandatory Skills

• Hands‑on experience in IT Finance / IT Financial Governance (not pure Finance or Accounting)
• Proven ownership of end‑to‑end IT budget lifecycle – planning, approvals, tracking (CAPEX & OPEX)
• Experience in writing approval notes, business cases, and cost justifications for IT spends

Skills Required

• Strong understanding of IT CAPEX & OPEX tracking and variance analysis
• Experience working with cross‑functional teams (IT, Finance, Procurement, Vendors)
• Good command over Excel and financial reporting for IT cost analysis
• Ability to present financial insights clearly to IT & business leadership
• Own and manage the complete IT budget lifecycle, from annual planning to periodic tracking and reporting
• Prepare approval notes, business cases, and cost‑benefit analysis for IT investments
• Track and control IT OPEX and CAPEX, ensuring adherence to budgets and financial controls
• Work closely with IT, Finance, Procurement, and business teams for budget alignment and approvals
• Manage IT vendor financials, including commercials, renewals, penalties, and performance reviews
• Identify cost optimization opportunities across IT operations and vendor engagements
• Support leadership with accurate IT financial data, insights, and decision support