Manager, Finance

NTT; Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 800 000 - 1 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology services leader is seeking a Finance Manager to oversee financial planning, analysis, and reporting. This role requires advanced financial leadership experience and strong analytical skills. Responsibilities include managing financial plans, conducting financial analysis, ensuring compliance, and leading a team of finance professionals. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s degree in Finance and a commitment to ethical practices. This position allows for hybrid working in Johannesburg, South Africa.

Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge of financial principles and accounting standards.
• Strong analytical skills to evaluate financial data and identify trends.
• Commitment to ethical financial practices and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Manage financial plans and budgets aligned with business goals.
• Conduct in-depth financial analysis for performance insights.
• Oversee preparation and presentation of financial reports.
• Develop and execute financial strategies supporting growth.

Skills

Financial modelling

Financial analysis

Leadership

Effective communication

Risk assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance or equivalent

Job description

Make an impact with NTT DATA

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Your day at NTT DATA

The Manager, Finance is a management role, accountable for managing various financial activities within the organization.

This role involves overseeing financial planning, analysis, reporting and ensuring the organization's financial health and compliance with relevant regulations.

This role is responsible for providing operational support to business stakeholders on matters pertaining to financial management and operational implementation.

This role provides management of a team of finance professionals, fostering a collaborative and innovative team culture focused on achieving operational excellence.

Key responsibilities:

• Manages financial plans, including annual budgets, long‑term financial forecasts, and financial modelling, ensuring the alignment with business strategic goals.
• Conducts in‑depth financial analysis to provide insights into the organization's financial performance, trends, and opportunities for improvement. This includes analyzing revenue, expenses, profitability, and cost control measures.
• Oversees the preparation and presentation of accurate and timely financial reports to senior management, stakeholders, and external parties.
• Ensures compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
• Monitors and controls budgetary allocations and expenditures across various business areas and/or projects. Identifies variances and implements corrective actions as needed.
• Oversees the management of the finance information systems and necessary reports for critical analyses of financial performance.
• Identifies, assesses, and mitigates financial risks that could impact organization's financial stability or profitability.
• Develops risk management strategies and policies.
• Establishes and maintains strong financial controls, policies, and procedures to safeguard company assets, prevent fraud, and ensure compliance with internal guidelines and external regulations.
• Collaborates with senior leadership to develop and execute financial strategies that support business growth and profitability goals.
• Ensures compliance with all relevant financial regulations, accounting standards, and tax laws in the regions where the organization operates.
• Coordinates with internal and external auditors.
• Builds and leads‑performing finance team, providing direction, coaching, and mentorship to team members, fostering a culture of excellence and accountability.

Knowledge, Skills and Attributes:

• Advanced knowledge of financial principles, accounting standards, and financial reporting.
• Advanced proficiency in financial modelling and analysis.
• Ability to effectively lead, motivate, and develop a finance team.
• Strong communication and presentation skills to convey financial information effectively to various audiences, both internal and external.
• Advanced proficiency in budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.
• Advanced analytical skills to evaluate financial data, identify trends, and provide actionable insights.
• Advanced knowledge of financial risk assessment and mitigation strategies.
• Adaptability to changing business environments and the ability to contribute to financial transformation initiatives when necessary.
• Commitment to ethical and responsible financial practices and compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Commitment to staying updated with industry trends, financial regulations, and best practices through ongoing professional development.
• Political savvy with the ability to influence and manage conflict.
• Advanced understanding of how technology solutions are influenced and affected by various business scenarios.
• Process driven and commercially astute abilities.

Academic qualifications and certifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a Finance related field preferred.

Required experience:

• Advanced financial leadership experience in a related environment, managing people, processes and budgets to achieve corporate and divisional objectives.
• Advanced demonstrable experience with and understanding of the deliverables of a financial function.
• Advanced strategic planning experience.
• Advanced in-depth knowledge and understanding of IT industry environment and business needs, combined with strong understanding of business process.
• Advanced demonstrated experience managing finance operations, including knowledge of taxation, foreign exchange, and regulatory compliance.

Workplace type: Hybrid Working

About NTT DATA

NTT DATA is a $30+ billion business and technology services leader, serving 75% of the Fortune Global 100. We are committed to accelerating client success and positively impacting society through responsible innovation. We are one of the world’s leading AI and digital infrastructure providers, with unmatched capabilities in enterprise‑scale AI, cloud, security, connectivity, data centers and application services. Our consulting and industry solutions help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. As a Global Top Employer, we have experts in more than 50 countries. We also offer clients access to a robust ecosystem of innovation centers as well as established and start‑up partners. NTT DATA is part of NTT Group, which invests over $3 billion each year in R&D.

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