Technology Finance Partner: Budgeting & Forecasting

Buckingham Search; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24 days PTO

5% defined benefit pension

401(k)

Commuter benefits

Hybrid flexibility in downtown Chicago

Job summary

A globally recognized law firm is seeking a Manager of Technology Reporting & Budgeting to serve as the dedicated finance business partner for its Technology organization — owning budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and financial governance across a complex technology portfolio.

This high-visibility role translates technology spend into clear financial insights to help leadership make strategic decisions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting.
• 6+ years of progressive accounting or finance experience.
• Strong understanding of IT cost drivers including infrastructure, cloud services, software licensing, labor, and project-based investments.
• CPA preferred.
• Professional services industry experience a plus.
• Strong financial modeling, presentation, and analytical skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Collaborative team player with strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning processes for the firm's Technology organization.
• Manage financial performance across the full technology portfolio including infrastructure, cloud services, cybersecurity, enterprise applications, and strategic technology initiatives.
• Monitor technology spending against budget and forecast — performing variance analysis and delivering dashboards and presentations to leadership.
• Partner with Technology leadership to evaluate investments, develop business cases, assess financial risks, and provide recommendations.
• Collaborate with Procurement, Vendor Management, and Technology teams to evaluate vendor contracts and cost optimization initiatives.
• Establish and maintain financial controls, governance processes, and reporting standards.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance financial processes and data quality.
• Manage, mentor, and develop staff through coaching and performance management.

Skills

Financial modeling

Presentation skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Collaboration

IT cost drivers understanding

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting

Job description

A globally recognized law firm is seeking a Manager of Technology Reporting & Budgeting to serve as the dedicated finance business partner for its Technology organization — owning budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and financial governance across a complex technology portfolio.

This high-visibility role translates technology spend into clear financial insights to help leadership make strategic decisions.