Practice Finance Leader & Cloud & Security

NTT Ltd.; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology services provider is seeking a seasoned finance professional in Johannesburg to manage P&L for the Cloud and Security practice. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in IT services, with over 15 years of relevant experience, including finance leadership roles. Key responsibilities include driving revenue growth, financial planning, business partnering, and team leadership to enhance overall financial performance. This position offers an opportunity to significantly influence financial strategies and impacts across the organization.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of finance experience in IT Services, Consulting, or Technology in a Divisional CFO or Head of Finance role.
• Strong experience in P&L management and business partnering.
• Proven record supporting large-scale deals and complex delivery models.
• Experience with global delivery and multi-geo financial management.

Responsibilities

• Own and manage the end-to-end P&L for the Cloud and Security practice.
• Drive revenue growth, margin improvement, and cost optimization.
• Lead annual budgeting, monthly and quarterly forecasts, and long-range financial planning.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to Practice Heads and Delivery Leaders.
• Oversee project financial performance and ensure compliance.
• Develop and present executive-level financial dashboards and reviews.
• Lead and develop a team of finance managers/analysts/business partners.

Skills

IT services economics understanding

Financial modeling skills

Forecasting skills

Executive communication skills

Analytical skills

Advanced Excel proficiency

ERP systems (SAP/Oracle) proficiency

BI tools proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field

MBA, CPA, CFA, or equivalent

Job description

Job Location : Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Application Deadline : February 22, 2026

Key Responsibilities

Financial Leadership & P&L Ownership

• Own and manage the end-to-end P&L for the Cloud and Security practice
• Drive revenue growth, margin improvement, and cost optimization
• Monitor key financial KPIs (GM, OM, utilization, realization, backlog, revenue leakage)
• Provide financial insight to support strategic and operational decisions

Financial Planning & Forecasting

• Lead annual budgeting, monthly and quarterly forecasts, and long-range financial planning
• Partner with practice leadership on growth plans, investments, and headcount planning
• Ensure forecast accuracy and proactive risk/opportunity identification

Pricing, Deals & Commercial Governance

• Act as the finance lead for large deals, renewals, and transformations
• Support pricing strategy, deal structuring, margin analysis, and risk assessment
• Review contracts for financial compliance (pricing, billing, revenue recognition)
• Ensure adherence to financial governance and approval frameworks

Business Partnering

• Serve as a trusted advisor to Practice Heads, Delivery Leaders, and Sales
• Translate financial data into actionable business insights
• Influence decision-making through scenario modeling and ROI analysis

Operational Finance & Controls

• Oversee project financial performance (billing, WIP, revenue recognition)
• Ensure compliance with GAAP/IFRS, internal controls, and audit requirements
• Identify and mitigate financial risks across delivery and commercial operations

Performance Management & Reporting

• Develop and present executive-level financial dashboards and reviews
• Analyze trends, variances, and root causes; recommend corrective actions
• Drive continuous improvement in financial processes and tools

Team Leadership

• Lead and develop a team of finance managers/analysts/business partners
• Set clear objectives, coach talent, and build a high-performing finance organization

Key Stakeholders

• Practice & Portfolio Leaders
• Sales & Account Management
• Delivery & Operations Leaders
• Group Finance, FP&A, and Controllership
• Legal, Procurement, and HR

Required Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field
• MBA, CPA, CFA, or equivalent preferred

Experience

• 15+ years of finance experience in IT Services, Consulting, or Technology in a Divisional CFO or Head of Finance role
• Strong experience in P&L management and business partnering
• Proven track record supporting large-scale deals and complex delivery models
• Experience with global delivery and multi-geo financial management

Skills & Competencies

• Deep understanding of IT services economics (T&M, Fixed Price, Managed Services)
• Strong financial modeling, forecasting, and analytical skills
• Executive communication and influencing skills
• Ability to balance strategic thinking with operational execution
• Advanced proficiency in Excel, ERP systems (SAP/Oracle), and BI tools

Key Success Metrics

• Revenue growth and margin improvement
• Forecast accuracy and financial predictability
• Deal margin quality and risk mitigation
• Cost efficiency and utilization improvement
• Stakeholder satisfaction and decision impact