IT Controller

Yusen Logistics•Secaucus, NJ

4h•Hybrid

About The Position

The IT controller is a key partner to the CIO and IT leadership teams, as well as the CFO and business unit leaders, responsible for overseeing the financial management, governance and performance control of the IT function. This role ensures that IT investments, operating expenses and technology projects are financially disciplined, transparent and aligned with corporate strategy while maintaining strong internal controls and compliance. This role reports to the VP of FP&A with matrix reporting to the CIO.

Requirements

Degree in Finance, Accounting, IT, or Business
7 – 10 years of management experience with proven ability to build relationships at all levels
Experience with large IT budgets and transformation programs
Exposure to ERP, cloud platforms, and enterprise systems
Strong financial modelling and analytical skills
Understanding of IT architecture and cost structures
Experience with financial systems and ERP platforms
Ability to communicate with technical and financial stakeholders
Project management skills

Responsibilities

Manage IT budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning
Monitor IT operating expenditure (OPEX) and capital expenditure (CAPEX)
Track variance vs. budget and identify cost optimization opportunities
Manage month end closing. Ensure accurate cost allocation and chargeback to business units and other regions/countries
Build / optimize recharge model
Support IT investment prioritization and business case evaluation
Provide financial oversight of major IT programs and transformation projects
Validate ROI, NPV, and payback period for IT investments
Track project spend vs. approved budgets
Identify financial risks in project delivery
Drive the whole IVC process related to any technology investments
Maintain internal controls over IT spending
Ensure compliance with corporate finance policies and audit requirements
Support SOX / internal audit controls related to IT systems and processes
Ensure appropriate approval processes for technology investments
Develop and track IT KPIs and financial performance metrics
Provide clear, accurate and timely monthly reporting and dashboards for CIO and IT leadership teams, CFO and business unit leaders
Provide support to and coordinate with GHQ IT
Analyze cost drivers such as infrastructure, cloud, software licenses, and vendor contracts
Monitor IT vendor contracts and service agreements
Ensure cost efficiency in outsourcing, cloud, and software licensing
Support contract negotiations and renewals
Partner with the CIO and IT leadership team
Support technology strategy with financial analysis
Evaluate build vs. buy vs. outsource decisions
Provide financial input on digital transformation initiatives
Drive the creation of a catalogue of IT services via an AB Costing analysis