Financial Lead

Req ID: 371788 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. Job Overview (TX‑DIR) NTT DATA Corporation is a top 10 global services company and part of the NTT Group, a Fortune 29 telecommunications and services company. We operate with 60,000 professionals in 36 countries, helping clients respond to market dynamics, reduce costs, and increase productivity. As Director of Account Finance (TX‑DIR / Texas Public Sector), you will lead the operational finance function and governance delivering products and services through the Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) Shared Technology Services Program. You will be accountable for DIR‑aligned contractual budgeting, forecasting, invoicing, chargeback, procurement, license compliance, and financial reporting required for contract compliance, audit readiness and accurate customer invoicing. Responsibilities Lead operational financial planning & analysis, accounting support, budgeting, forecasting, and management reporting for TX‑DIR contracts; own billing and invoicing governance aligned to DIR contract terms, purchase orders, and customer requirements, using IT Financial Management for chargeback of services consumed within public cloud, including integrated tagging. Coordinate with delivery and corporate finance to create, manage requisitions and purchase orders, reconcile invoicing, and maintain PO accuracy to support DIR‑compliant purchasing and invoicing. Track software licensing, entitlements, and renewal dates; coordinate renewals and related payments to ensure continuity of coverage and accurate billing support. Partner with procurement, contracts and vendors to resolve PO and invoice exceptions, improving cycle time and compliance. Validate invoice line mapping to DIR pricing/quotes and customer POs, confirm required backup, and support timely, accurate invoice submission. Monitor daily/weekly cash and working‑capital drivers (AR, unbilled, WIP) and drive timely collections in coordination with account leadership and shared services. Provide budget reporting for DIR and STS Customers to support annual and biennial operating budgets and Legislative Appropriations Requests. Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local requirements and GAAP, and public‑sector accounting practices. Confirm DIR contract compliance for pricing, allowable charges, change orders, renewals, and contract amendments; support PO workflow governance from a financial controls perspective. Lead audit readiness, supporting internal and external audits by maintaining required documentation, schedules, and evidence for billing, revenue and cost compliance. Oversee accounts payable coordination as needed to support vendor payment timing and accurate cost allocation on DIR‑related delivery. Collaborate with tax and legal stakeholders on Texas‑specific considerations, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting. Develop, document, and improve financial operating processes to strengthen controls, enable scalability and reduce cycle time for forecasting, closing, and invoicing. Perform other duties as required. Required Experience & Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business. 8+ years of finance experience (FP&A, accounting, close/reporting, or commercial finance) with responsibility for forecasting and executive reporting. Experience supporting U.S. public sector contracting; Texas public sector experience strongly preferred. Experience with TX‑DIR cooperative contracts and/or Texas state procurement and invoicing practices (e.g., PO‑based billing, required invoice support, contract compliance). Experience with GAAP, internal controls, and audit readiness. Experience managing orders/sales/backlog and translating pipeline to forecast; ability to explain drivers of revenue, margin, and variance. Proficiency with MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint) and financial systems/ERP; ability to build repeatable reporting. Experience with procurement and PO‑to‑invoice processes, including Ariba or similar, PO creation/approvals, and invoice reconciliation. Preferred Qualifications Ability to work U.S. public‑sector engagements and comply with customer security and background‑check requirements. Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills; ability to structure ambiguous problems and make sound trade‑off recommendations. Proven ability to influence cross‑functional stakeholders (sales, delivery, contracts/procurement, tax) and drive process adherence. Excellent verbal and written communication and relationship‑building skills; comfortable presenting to senior leadership. Strong knowledge of government/public‑sector accounting concepts and controls. Ability to travel up to 10% as business needs require. Benefits Where required by law, NTT DATA provides a reasonable range of compensation for specific roles. The starting pay range for this role is $72,225–$160,500. Actual compensation will depend on the candidate’s relevant experience, technical skills, and other qualifications. The position may also be eligible for incentive compensation and company benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, flexible spending or health savings accounts, life and AD&D insurance, short and long term disability coverage, paid time off, employee assistance, a 401(k) program with company match, and additional voluntary or legally‑required benefits. EEO Statement NTT DATA is an equal‑opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr NTT DATA