Technology Finance & Budgeting Lead

Sidley Austin; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Sidley Austin LLP is seeking a Reporting & Budgeting Manager - Technology to lead budgeting, forecasting, governance, and financial analysis for the Firm's Technology organization. You will deliver strategic insights, manage dashboards, and partner with Technology leadership on investments and cost optimization.

The role requires a BS in Finance or Accounting, 6+ years of accounting experience, and strong IT cost-driver knowledge.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting is required.
• Minimum 6 years of relevant accounting experience.
• Strong technical and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning for Technology.
• Manage financial performance of the technology portfolio including cloud and infra.
• Partner with Technology leadership to evaluate investments and business cases.
• Provide variance analysis, dashboards, and reports to leadership.

Skills

Budgeting

Forecasting

Financial analysis

Governance

Reporting

Staff management

Education

Bachelor of Science in Finance or Accounting

Job description

Sidley Austin LLP is seeking a Reporting & Budgeting Manager - Technology to lead budgeting, forecasting, governance, and financial analysis for the Firm's Technology organization. You will deliver strategic insights, manage dashboards, and partner with Technology leadership on investments and cost optimization.

The role requires a BS in Finance or Accounting, 6+ years of accounting experience, and strong IT cost-driver knowledge.