IT Portfolio Analyst
Legend Biotech USA, Trenton, NJ, United States
Overview
Legend Biotech is seeking a
IT Portfolio Analyst
as part of the
IT
team based in
Somerset, NJ .
Role Overview The IT Portfolio Analyst plays a key role in managing the financial performance of the global IT organization. This position is responsible for consolidating and analyzing financial data across global IT cost centers, facilitating cost allocation and chargeback processes, and providing accurate forecasts to support strategic and operational decision-making. The role works closely with IT cost center owners, Finance, Procurement, and Accounting to ensure transparency, accountability, and optimization of IT spend aligned with business priorities. The IT Portfolio Analyst will contribute to improving IT financial governance, forecasting accuracy, and portfolio visibility through data-driven insights and process improvement initiatives.
Key Responsibilities IT Financial Performance & Reporting
Manage and monitor the overall financial performance across all global IT cost centers (labor, vendor, software, infrastructure, etc.)
Partner with Finance to analyze financial performance reports, highlight variances, trends and key drivers, ensure alignment between IT forecasts and corporate financial targets
Support annual IT budget planning and mid-year forecast cycles
Cost Allocation & Forecasting
Facilitate accurate cost allocation and chargeback processes across global business units and functions
Maintain and validate allocation methodologies and mapping between cost centers, business units, and service towers
Track and forecast IT run and project expenses, ensuring accurate capitalization vs. expense classification in compliance with accounting standards
Provide scenario analysis and recommendations to optimize IT spending and resource utilization
Data Analytics & Insights
Develop and maintain dashboards and reports in tools such as Power BI, Excel, or Smartsheet to visualize portfolio financials and KPIs
Identify cost-saving opportunities, operational efficiencies, and process automation initiatives through data-driven insights and regular industry benchmark assessment
Support IT Portfolio Management reporting by linking financial performance to project and service delivery outcomes
Process Governance & Continuous Improvement
Support implementation of IT Financial Management (ITFM/TBM) frameworks and best practices
Ensure adherence to financial policies, standards, and governance models
Drive continuous improvement in financial forecasting, cost transparency, and reporting accuracy
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Business Analytics, Finance or related field required; Master's degree or MBA preferred
3-5 years of experience in IT financial management, FP&A, portfolio management, or business analysis roles
Experience working in a global, matrixed IT organization (preferably in Life Sciences, Pharma, or Technology industries)
Strong proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, advanced formulas, modeling) and Power BI (data visualization, dashboarding)
Familiarity with ERP and financial systems (SAP) and IT service management tools (ServiceNow)
Understanding of IT cost structures (OPEX/CAPEX, run/grow/transform models) and allocation methodologies
Experience with ITFM/TBM frameworks and tools (Anaplan, Apptio, Nicus, or equivalent) is a plus
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail
Excellent communication and collaboration skills, able to partner effectively with Finance and IT leadership
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment with a high degree of ownership and accountability
Strong business acumen and interest in connecting financial insights to operational performance
Forecast accuracy and IT cost efficiency improvement
Timely completion of monthly IT financial performance, variance and trend analysis
Improved cost allocation transparency and process efficiency
Increased stakeholder satisfaction through accurate, actionable reporting
EEO Statement It is the policy of Legend Biotech to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions and lactation), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state or local laws or ordinances.
Employment is at-will and may be terminated at any time with or without cause or notice by the employee or the company.
For information related to our privacy policy, please review: Legend Biotech Privacy Policy.
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IT Portfolio Analyst
as part of the
IT
team based in
Somerset, NJ .
Role Overview The IT Portfolio Analyst plays a key role in managing the financial performance of the global IT organization. This position is responsible for consolidating and analyzing financial data across global IT cost centers, facilitating cost allocation and chargeback processes, and providing accurate forecasts to support strategic and operational decision-making. The role works closely with IT cost center owners, Finance, Procurement, and Accounting to ensure transparency, accountability, and optimization of IT spend aligned with business priorities. The IT Portfolio Analyst will contribute to improving IT financial governance, forecasting accuracy, and portfolio visibility through data-driven insights and process improvement initiatives.
Key Responsibilities IT Financial Performance & Reporting
Manage and monitor the overall financial performance across all global IT cost centers (labor, vendor, software, infrastructure, etc.)
Partner with Finance to analyze financial performance reports, highlight variances, trends and key drivers, ensure alignment between IT forecasts and corporate financial targets
Support annual IT budget planning and mid-year forecast cycles
Cost Allocation & Forecasting
Facilitate accurate cost allocation and chargeback processes across global business units and functions
Maintain and validate allocation methodologies and mapping between cost centers, business units, and service towers
Track and forecast IT run and project expenses, ensuring accurate capitalization vs. expense classification in compliance with accounting standards
Provide scenario analysis and recommendations to optimize IT spending and resource utilization
Data Analytics & Insights
Develop and maintain dashboards and reports in tools such as Power BI, Excel, or Smartsheet to visualize portfolio financials and KPIs
Identify cost-saving opportunities, operational efficiencies, and process automation initiatives through data-driven insights and regular industry benchmark assessment
Support IT Portfolio Management reporting by linking financial performance to project and service delivery outcomes
Process Governance & Continuous Improvement
Support implementation of IT Financial Management (ITFM/TBM) frameworks and best practices
Ensure adherence to financial policies, standards, and governance models
Drive continuous improvement in financial forecasting, cost transparency, and reporting accuracy
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Business Analytics, Finance or related field required; Master's degree or MBA preferred
3-5 years of experience in IT financial management, FP&A, portfolio management, or business analysis roles
Experience working in a global, matrixed IT organization (preferably in Life Sciences, Pharma, or Technology industries)
Strong proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, advanced formulas, modeling) and Power BI (data visualization, dashboarding)
Familiarity with ERP and financial systems (SAP) and IT service management tools (ServiceNow)
Understanding of IT cost structures (OPEX/CAPEX, run/grow/transform models) and allocation methodologies
Experience with ITFM/TBM frameworks and tools (Anaplan, Apptio, Nicus, or equivalent) is a plus
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail
Excellent communication and collaboration skills, able to partner effectively with Finance and IT leadership
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment with a high degree of ownership and accountability
Strong business acumen and interest in connecting financial insights to operational performance
Forecast accuracy and IT cost efficiency improvement
Timely completion of monthly IT financial performance, variance and trend analysis
Improved cost allocation transparency and process efficiency
Increased stakeholder satisfaction through accurate, actionable reporting
EEO Statement It is the policy of Legend Biotech to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions and lactation), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state or local laws or ordinances.
Employment is at-will and may be terminated at any time with or without cause or notice by the employee or the company.
For information related to our privacy policy, please review: Legend Biotech Privacy Policy.
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