it budget analyst

Support the IT function in managing and controlling CAPEX and OPEX budgets, ensuring financial governance, and enabling value-driven decisions through accurate financial modelling, standardized business cases, and effective team coordination. Collaborate closely with financial controlling, IT management team and all IT functions to meet budget targets.

More specifically you will:
•    Manage and monitor IT CAPEX and OPEX budgets, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities and financial targets.
•    Develop and maintain standard business case templates, cost models, and financial frameworks to support investment decision-making.
•    Collaborate with Portfolio Managers, Delivery Leads, and Finance to validate financial assumptions and provide consolidated views of spend and forecasts.
•    Track and report financial performance of IT initiatives, providing variance analysis and recommendations for corrective actions.
•    Establish and drive governance processes to ensure financial accuracy, transparency, and accountability across IT initiatives.
•    Support resource and capacity planning by linking financial inputs to delivery and roadmap activities.
•    Act as a point of contact between IT and Finance teams to ensure consistency in reporting and budgeting cycles.
•    Coordinate and support the team in organizing work, prioritizing tasks, and promoting a structured, data-driven approach.
•    Lead the annual Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) analysis for IT services and assets, ensuring accurate cost allocation, transparency, and input into budgeting and investment planning.

Who you are

•    Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Business Administration, Finance or other related field 
•    3+ years of experience in budget managing and control
•    Strong understanding of IT financials, including CAPEX, OPEX, and project-based budgeting
•    Proficient in financial modelling, business case development, and cost-benefit analysis
•    Solid knowledge of financial tools (e.g., Excel, ERP systems like SAP or otjer budgeting tools)
•    Analytical mindset with attention to detail and ability to interpret complex data into actionable insights
•    Experience in working with IT, Portfolio, and Finance teams within a matrix organization
•    Proactive, structured, and self-driven with the ability to organize team workflows and improve processes
•    Strong communication skills to translate financial data into business language and influence stakeholders
•    Ability to prioritize, manage multiple tasks, and meet deadlines under pressure
•    Excellent mathematical aptitude
•    Self – motivated, with ability to function with a high degree of autonomy
•    Excellent written and verbal communications skills in Greek & English

Not a perfect fit?

Worried that you don’t meet all the desired criteria exactly? At Vodafone we are passionate about empowering people and creating a workplace where everyone can thrive, whatever their personal or professional background. If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align exactly with every part of the job description, we encourage you to still apply as you may be the right candidate for this role or another opportunity.

What's in it for you

•   Competitive pay, bonus & remuneration package 
•   Private Health & Medical Insurance  
•   Hybrid way of working: a blend of 60% remote and 40% office-based working, including the option to work up to 20 days from abroad 
•   Remote work equipment to help you create a comfortable, ergonomic workspace at home  
•   Unlimited access to learning resources and trainings 
•   Vodafone Parental Leave: 16 weeks of fully paid parental leave to all employees regardless of gender, sexual orientation or length of service  
•   Spirit of Vodafone Day: one day each quarter dedicated to your personal development 
•   Extra days off: Vodafone Day, Family Day, Volunteering Day  
•   Needless to say, we cater for your communication wherever you are 
•  Office amenities (subject to the office location): such as restaurant, beauty corner, gym and parking 
•  Special employee offers and discounts