Manager, FP&A IT

illumifinexternalcareers; Minnesota; Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

illumifin is seeking a Technology FP&A Manager to provide financial leadership for the Technology organization, partnering with the CTO, PMO, Finance, and business leaders to enhance transparency and guide strategic investments.

The role leads forecasting, budgeting, and TCO analyses, delivering actionable insights to executives and supporting technology investments across the company.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting required.
• MBA, CTP, or CFA preferred.
• 4+ years of financial analyst experience.
• Significant exposure to technology organizations and software development environments.
• Familiarity with project management and time-tracking tools used in professional services organizations.
• Advanced Excel, PowerPoint, BI/analytics tools, and ERP system skills.
• Experience communicating with senior management.

Responsibilities

• Lead weekly and monthly financial forecasting for the Technology organization.
• Manage the annual budget and recurring forecast process.
• Produce executive dashboards, KPI reporting, and variance analysis.
• Partner with IT and PMO leadership on project financial performance.
• Manage Technology FinOps reporting and identify cost optimization opportunities.
• Allocate technology costs across Lines of Business to support Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) reporting.
• Oversee headcount, labor, capital, and operating expense reporting.
• Support monthly close through financial analysis and variance explanations.
• Develop business cases, financial models, and cost analyses for technology investments.
• Prepare pricing and cost-rate analyses for new business opportunities.
• Present financial results and recommendations to Technology and executive leadership.
• Improve financial reporting, forecasting, and planning processes through automation and standardization.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's in Finance/Accounting

MBA/CTP/CFA preferred

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

BI/Analytics tools

ERP systems

Job description

The nation's leading administrator of insurance services is looking for YOU. This is your opportunity to join a company with a culture that promotes respect for people, integrity, learning and initiative.

illumifin is a private equity‑owned insurance administration company with ~3,000 employees worldwide. The company makes significant investments in technology platforms, and IT resources support client billable work, conversions, capital projects, and internal expense projects.

Reporting Relationship

• Reports to the Director of Financial Planning & Analysis
• Significant exposure to the CFO, CTO, and CEO
• Remote position with flexibility to support all U.S. time zones

Position Summary

The Technology FP&A Manager provides financial leadership and decision support for the Technology organization, partnering with the CTO, PMO, Finance, and business leaders to improve financial transparency and support strategic investments. This role leads weekly and monthly forecasting, annual budgeting, FinOps reporting, and Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) analysis, delivering actionable financial insights to executive leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead weekly and monthly financial forecasting for the Technology organization.
• Manage the annual budget and recurring forecast process.
• Produce executive dashboards, KPI reporting, and variance analysis.
• Partner with IT and PMO leadership on project financial performance.
• Manage Technology FinOps reporting and identify cost optimization opportunities.
• Allocate technology costs across Lines of Business to support Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) reporting.
• Oversee headcount, labor, capital, and operating expense reporting.
• Support monthly close through financial analysis and variance explanations.
• Develop business cases, financial models, and cost analyses for technology investments.
• Prepare pricing and cost‑rate analyses for new business opportunities.
• Present financial results and recommendations to Technology and executive leadership.
• Improve financial reporting, forecasting, and planning processes through automation and standardization.

Qualifications & Education

• Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting required.
• MBA, CTP, or CFA preferred.
• 4+ years of financial analyst experience.
• Significant exposure to technology organizations and software development environments.
• Familiarity with project management and time‑tracking tools used in professional services organizations.
• Advanced Excel, PowerPoint, BI/analytics tools, and ERP system skills.
• Experience communicating with senior management.

Skills / Qualities

• Strong verbal and written communication.
• High‑energy, continuous‑improvement mindset.
• Curiosity and collaborative approach with stakeholders.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• High integrity and quality standards.
• Effective problem‑solving capability.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment with changing priorities.
• Ability to grow with the company

“The annual compensation range starts at $120,000 plus bonus but can increase depending on experience and qualifications”