Sr Program Manager, IT Financial Operations

Zayo Group•Denver, CO

About The Position

Zayo provides mission-critical bandwidth to the world’s most impactful companies, fueling the innovations that are transforming our society. Zayo’s 141,000-mile network in North America and Europe includes extensive metro connectivity to thousands of buildings and data centers. Zayo’s communications infrastructure solutions include dark fiber, private data networks, wavelengths, Ethernet, and dedicated Internet access. Zayo serves wireless and wireline carriers, media, tech, content, finance, healthcare and other large enterprises. Our Senior Program Manager will play a critical role in optimizing IT spending, ensuring cost-effectiveness, and driving business value. This role requires a strong understanding of financial principles, data analysis, operations & financial best practices in a cloud environment and stakeholder management.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience).
Minimum of seven (7) years of experience in finance/accounting.
Minimum of three (3) years experience in IT and cloud related financial Operations
Experience in full-cycle vendor management, including contract negotiation, implementation, and performance management
Proven ability to work across teams and collaborate with financial, technical, and business stakeholders.
Proficiency in cost analysis, financial modeling, and budget forecasting
Strong communication, collaboration, time-management, and organizational skills
Ability to learn new technologies and concepts
Ability to work independently and within a team
Ability to think critically, problem solve creatively, and perform root cause analysis
Flexibility to adjust to changing priorities and deadlines

Responsibilities

Financial Analysis & Optimization Analyze IT budgets, track expenses, and identify or create cost-saving opportunities
Develop and maintain financial models and forecasts
Prepare and present financial reports and dashboards to stakeholders
Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to IT spend and efficiency, recommending actions or decisions to improve performance
Vendor Management: Facilitate or Participate in the entire vendor lifecycle, from sourcing and selection to contract negotiation, implementation, and ongoing performance management
Negotiate contracts with IT vendors, ensuring favorable terms and conditions (pricing, SLAs, termination clauses, etc.)
Manage vendor relationships, resolve disputes, and ensure adherence to contractual obligations
Track vendor performance, identify potential risks, and implement improvement plans
Conduct regular vendor assessments and implement improvement plans
Engage stakeholders as appropriate to ensure solutions selected meet business needs while achieving financial goals.
Procurement & Contract Management: Oversee the procurement process for IT goods and services, ensuring compliance with company policies
Create, manage, and process purchase orders, invoices, and billing statements ensuring timely and accurate payment and reconciliation
Collaborate cross-functionally to follow through on actions and payables impacting vendor relationships
Project Management: Support IT projects by providing cost analysis, budget management, and financial reporting
Assist in the development of project budgets and track project expenditures
Monitor project progress and identify potential cost overruns.
Contribute to project planning and risk mitigation efforts.
Reporting and Analytics: Develop and maintain reports and dashboards to track IT spending trends, identify cost variances, and provide insights to management.
Conduct in-depth analysis of IT costs and identify areas for improvement.
Other financial and operational analysis and duties as assigned