Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business, supply chain, or a related field, or equivalent experience
At least 8 of experience in finance, procurement, commercial operations, or account financial management, preferably supporting technology, cloud, infrastructure, or managed services environments
Nice to have
Proven record of success leading finance and procurement operations, improving cost controls, supporting executive decision-making, and achieving account business goals
Strong knowledge of accounting, financial practices, procurement governance, vendor management, purchase order processes, and sourcing controls
Strong knowledge of commercial finance and public sector account management, including orders, sales, backlog, procurement tracking, and customer-facing financial reporting
Thorough knowledge of financial, tax, procurement, compliance, and legal best practices with a proven ability to provide sound and ethical counsel to executive leadership
Strong analytical, problem-solving, negotiation, and trade-off decision-making skills
Strong experience leading cross-functional stakeholders, supporting customer-facing discussions, and achieving program and business goals
Excellent verbal and written communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
Superb time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities under strict deadlines
Proficient with Microsoft Office tools and financial reporting applications
Full description
Req ID: 386480
NTT DATA strives to hire exceptional, innovative and passionate individuals who want to grow with us. If you want to be part of an inclusive, adaptable, and forward-thinking organization, apply now.
We are currently seeking a Finance and Procurement Director to join our team in Austin, Texas (US-TX), United States (US).
As Private Cloud Finance and Procurement Director, the candidate will lead finance, procurement, and commercial operations for a private cloud account environment. This role requires a proven record of success managing account financials, procurement governance, vendor engagement, budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and cost optimization in complex technology services environments. The Director will partner closely with account leadership, delivery teams, procurement stakeholders, and customer representatives to align financial performance, sourcing decisions, cash management, and operational controls with business objectives. The Private Cloud Finance and Procurement Director will have a dotted-line reporting relationship to the Account Director.
Location: Austin, TX (Hybrid)
In this role you will be responsible for:
Lead financial planning and analysis, accounting coordination, budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and procurement oversight for private cloud services delivery
Support senior leadership on financial management, including cash position, margin performance, revenue tracking, cost controls, and business objective achievement
Lead tracking of orders, sales, backlog, purchase orders, vendor commitments, and procurement milestones on a recurring basis
Prepare and present weekly, monthly, and quarterly financial forecasts, financial reporting packages, procurement status updates, and actual performance against plan
Provide quarterly profit margin analysis and advise leadership on actionable recommendations to improve margin performance, cost efficiency, and account profitability
Prepare and distribute monthly financial reporting, including balance sheet, income statement, account performance, and procurement-related reporting
Ensure appropriate accounting standards, procurement controls, approval processes, and reporting requirements are followed in a timely manner
Ensure compliance with federal, state, local, customer, and organizational laws, regulations, guidelines, and best practices, including tax laws, generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), federal acquisition regulations (FAR), cost accounting standards (CAS), and applicable procurement policies
Organize and lead accounts payable, purchase order tracking, vendor invoice coordination, and cash management activities with suppliers and internal stakeholders
Lead engagement with external auditors, procurement reviewers, and customer-facing stakeholders for financial, sourcing, and compliance reviews
Partner with insurance providers, risk teams, and contract stakeholders to support appropriate coverage and risk management across the business
Develop and implement operating systems, controls, and processes to optimize finance, procurement, vendor management, and account business operations
Perform other duties as required
Required Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business, supply chain, or a related field, or equivalent experience
At least 8 of experience in finance, procurement, commercial operations, or account financial management, preferably supporting technology, cloud, infrastructure, or managed services environments
Preferred Experience:
Proven record of success leading finance and procurement operations, improving cost controls, supporting executive decision-making, and achieving account business goals
Strong knowledge of accounting, financial practices, procurement governance, vendor management, purchase order processes, and sourcing controls
Strong knowledge of commercial finance and public sector account management, including orders, sales, backlog, procurement tracking, and customer-facing financial reporting
Thorough knowledge of financial, tax, procurement, compliance, and legal best practices with a proven ability to provide sound and ethical counsel to executive leadership
Strong analytical, problem-solving, negotiation, and trade-off decision-making skills
Strong experience leading cross-functional stakeholders, supporting customer-facing discussions, and achieving program and business goals
Excellent verbal and written communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
Superb time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities under strict deadlines
Proficient with Microsoft Office tools and financial reporting applications
Other Key Characteristics:
Role is based in Austin, TX, with required presence in the NTT DATA office two to three days per week
Onsite participation in customer meetings is required as business and account needs dictate
US Government position. US Citizenship required.
Ability to travel up to 10%
Strong knowledge and experience with government accounting, procurement governance, and private cloud account operations
Where required by law, NTT DATA provides a reasonable range of compensation for specific roles. The starting pay range for this role is $110,625 - $184,375. This range reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for the position across all US locations. Actual compensation will depend on a number of factors, including the candidate’s actual work location, relevant experience, technical skills, and other qualifications. This position may also be eligible for incentive compensation based on individual and/or company performance.
This position is eligible for company benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance with an employer contribution, flexible spending or health savings account, life and AD&D insurance, short and long term disability coverage, paid time off, employee assistance, participation in a 401k program with company match, and additional voluntary or legally-required benefits.
About NTT DATA
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