Financial Planning Analyst

PRI Technology; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology firm based in Minneapolis is seeking an IT Finance Analyst to support the alignment of IT financials with business objectives. The role involves developing budgets, monitoring expenditures, preparing financial reports, and assisting with vendor compliance. Candidates should have over 5 years of finance or accounting experience, preferably in IT, and proficiency in financial tools like Excel, SAP, or Oracle Financials. This full-time position offers a salary range of $95,000 – $120,000.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in finance or accounting, preferably in IT finance.
• Proficiency in financial management tools such as Excel, SAP, or Oracle Financials.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain budgets, forecasts, and long-range financial plans.
• Monitor and analyze IT operating and capital expenditures.
• Prepare financial reports for IT leadership and Corporate Finance.
• Assist with vendor invoice processing and contract analysis.
• Support business case development for new IT initiatives.

Skills

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A)

Budget management

Variance analysis

Financial modeling

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Tools

Excel

SAP

Oracle Financials

Job description

As the IT Finance Analyst, you will have the opportunity to support the development of the IT Business Management framework, aligning IT Financials to IT delivery and business objectives. This role bridges technology and finance helping stakeholders understand financial implications of IT strategies, investments and operations. The ideal candidate has a strong background in Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) with a working understanding of IT cost structure and project‑based accounting.

In this role you will:

• Work with the IT Business Management Leader to develop and maintain budgets, forecasts and long‑range financial plans
• Monitor and analyze IT operating and capital expenditures, including variance analysis for hardware, software, personnel, 3rd party labor and other specific expenditures to align with business needs and budgetary constraints
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for IT Business Management leader, IT leadership, and Corporate Finance
• Assist with vendor invoice processing, contract analysis and ensuring compliance with procurement policies
• Support business case development for new IT initiatives or investments
• Provide financial modeling and scenario analysis to support IT strategy decisions

Your Skills and Expertise

• Bachelor's degree or higher (completed and verified prior to start) from an accredited institution
• +5 years of experience in finance or accounting preferably in IT finance or within a technology environment
• Proficiency in financial management tools such as Excel, SAP, or Oracle Financials

Additional qualifications that could help you succeed even further in this role include:

• Good understanding of financial management concepts (e.g., CapEx vs Opex)
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving and communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment
• Proven ability to develop and exercise project plans with minimal supervision

Role Details

• Seniority level: Not Applicable
• Employment type: Full‑time
• Job function: Information Technology and Finance
• Industry: Manufacturing
• Salary range: $95,000 – $120,000