Finance Business Partner, IT

ALLDATA; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental and vision plans

401(k) with company match

Job summary

A leading automotive parts retailer based in Memphis is seeking a Finance Business Partner for their IT department. This role involves guiding financial planning, managing project budgets, and collaborating with IT leadership. Ideal candidates will have over 15 years of experience in Accounting and Finance, with a strong analytical background. The position offers competitive pay and benefits, and the opportunity to make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of professional Accounting/Finance experience.
• CPA preferred.
• Ability to work with IT leadership.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with IT leadership for financial planning.
• Guide financial assessments for IT projects.
• Manage Approval Request Systems for IT group.

Skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

MBA or master’s in accountancy

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Job Description

As the

Job Description

As the Finance Business Partner, IT, you will collaborate closely with IT leadership to guide financial planning, monitor project budgets, and ensure alignment with corporate strategies. You will help shape accounting policies, analyze performance data, and identify opportunities for cost savings and operational improvements. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys blending financial expertise with strategic business partnership in a tech-driven environment.

Strategic

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage the Approval Request Systems (ARS) process for the IT group by reviewing and approving all costing and other aspects of ARS requests prior to submission.
• Advise IT leadership on all decisions having a financial impact on the Company, by providing opinions and analyses to support various decisions.
• Advise EVP/SVP/VP on content of all EC presentations.
• Based on independent analysis, advise IT leadership of trends to point out opportunities/ weaknesses in financial performance.
• Assist in brainstorming with IT leadership on tactics to improve the financial performance of the Company.
• Ad hoc analyses to assist in the decision-making process.
  
  

Tactical (primary Tasks)

• Lead the annual planning process.
• Manage service charges.
• Manage repairs.
• Manage IT fixed assets.
• Manage headcount.
• Period Close process.
• Cost tracking for all IT related projects, including post-audits.
• Manage prepaid and accrual accounts.
• Perform physical inventories for repair facilities.
• Manage software licensing requirements for company purchases.
• Manage computer-related purchases for the company to ensure compliance with standards and alignment with budget constraints.
• Develop and implement processes to handle IT assets more efficiently and effectively.
  
  

Core Finance Business Partner Competencies/Accountabilities

• Provides guidance and advice to CIO, VP, Directors, and Managers on all financial matters concerning IT.
  
  

Strategic Planning

• Participate in strategic questions and analysis to formulate strategic plans.
• Compile 3-year strategic plan from input from EC and CEO Team, update periodically.
• Compile detailed operating plans, including strategies and tactics.
• Update operating plan and quarterly LE's.
• Prepare changes for each Period, Quarter and Year End Close.
• Prepare rolling forecasts between planning cycles.
• Prepare Board presentations for planning cycles.
  
  

Period Close

• Manage balance sheet accounts and accruals.
• Perform variance analysis from budgeted results.
• Investigate and report unusual balances.
• Prepare period presentation/KPI reporting to CEO Team.
• Coordinate various discussions around operating results.
• Present status to the IT department and communication needed actions.
• Review and certify SEC filings (10-Qs and 10-K); same certification signed by VPs
  
  

Review And Monitor All Spending

• Review/coordinate ARS system processes.
• Perform/facilitate IRR/TCO (total cost of ownership) analysis.
• Manage and coordinate all IT project post audits with quarterly reporting for the EC.
• Ensure compliance with the disbursement policy.
• Ensure compliance with all policies and procedures; communicate and enforce the appropriate accounting treatment for various transactions within functional areas.
• Perform ad hoc analysis as requested.
• Work cross-functionally with all other Finance Business Partners to ensure a strategic plan is achieved.
• Attend Finance Business Partner meetings to increase knowledge of AutoZone activities and communicate new information from functional areas.
• Dual reporting responsibilities - Finance and IT.
• Supervise 6 Direct Reports and 2 Indirect Report
  
  

Qualifications

Education: You hold a bachelor’s degree in accounting AND an MBA or master’s in accountancy. CPA Preferred.

Experience: You bring 15+ years of professional Accounting / Finance experience

Analytical Skills: You possess strong analytical, interpersonal, human relations and communication skills.

About Us

Since opening our first store in 1979, AutoZone has grown into a leading retailer and distributor of automotive parts and accessories across the Americas. Our customer-first mindset and commitment to Going the Extra Mile define who we are, for both our customers and AutoZoners. Working at AutoZone means being part of a team that values dedication, teamwork, and growth. Whether you're helping customers or building your career, we provide tools and support to help you succeed and drive your future.

Benefits At AutoZone

AutoZone offers thoughtful benefits programs with one-on-one benefits guidance designed to improve AutoZoners’ physical, mental and financial well-being.

All AutoZoners (Full-Time And Part-Time)

• Competitive pay
• Unrivaled company culture
• Medical, dental and vision plans
• Exclusive discounts and perks, including an AutoZone in-store discount
• 401(k) with company match and Stock Purchase Plan
• AutoZoners Living Well Program for free mental health support
• Opportunities for career growth
  
  

Additional Benefits For Full-Time AutoZoners

• Paid time off
• Life, and short- and long-term disability insurance options
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts with wellness rewards
• Tuition reimbursement
  
  

Minimum age requirements may apply. Eligibility and waiting period requirements may apply; benefits for AutoZoners in Puerto Rico, Hawaii, or the U.S. Virgin Islands may differ. Learn more about all that AutoZone has to offer at Careers.AutoZone.com.

We proudly support Veterans, Active-duty Service Members, Reservists, National Guard and Military Families. Your experience is highly valued, and we encourage you to apply to join our team.

Online Application

An online application is required. Click the Apply button to complete your application. For step-by-step instructions on how to apply visit careers.autozone.com/candidateresources.

AutoZone, and its subsidiary, ALLDATA are equal opportunity employers. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other legally protected categories.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Executive

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Finance and Sales

• Industries

  Automotive

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