IT Finance Manager - Robert Half

Description We are in search of an IT Finance Manager in Kent, Washington, who will play a pivotal role in bridging the gap between Finance and Legal in the IT sector. This role requires a strong financial background and familiarity with the digital nature of IT assets, capitalization, and funding sources. The chosen candidate will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment focusing on the public sector's shift towards Cloud/SaaS solutions, custom development, and security. The position offers a long-term contract employment opportunity. Responsibilities: - Lead the IT administration team in improving internal processes within the budget, accounting, and contract domains. - Collaborate with Department Finance/Contract teams on capital project funding and ongoing accounting needs. - Manage the asset and capitalization aspects across the IT space, including understanding Subscription Based IT Assets (SBITA) and custom development assets. - Perform financial analytics for budget forecasting, total cost of ownership, and determining funding sources for project work and staffing. - Coordinate with Finance and Legal regarding all renewals and new procurements, ensuring the understanding of rules and regulations of the city code, sales/use taxes, contract amendments, and handling yearly IT budget. - Explore possible grants for IT leverage, a new initiative for the IT department. - Ensure proper capitalization of IT projects on a yearly basis and at 'Go Live' instances, working closely with the Finance Accounting Manager for stronger alignment for yearly state audits. Requirements - Proficiency in Accounting Software Systems is essential for this role. - Comprehensive understanding of Accounting Functions is required. - Previous experience in Auditing is highly desirable. - Familiarity with Budget Processes is crucial. - Knowledge of Capital Management is a must. - Understanding of Intangible Asset is necessary. - Experience with Capitalization is expected. Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available including medical, vision, dental, life and disability insurance. Employees hired for our FTEP Program are also eligible to enroll in our company's 401(k) or deferred compensation plan (if eligible). FTEP employees also earn paid time off for vacation, personal needs, and sick time and paid holidays. The amount of Choice Time Off (CTO) received varies based on years of service and is pro-rated based on the hours worked per week. A new FTEP employee earns up to 13 days of CTO and up to 10 paid holidays per calendar year. Learn more at roberthalfbenefits.com/Resources. © 2024 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .