Senior Finance Manager - Function Marketing at Microsoft

Redmond, Washington, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

03 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

03 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Financial Analysis, Accounting, Controllership, Data Science, Communication Skills, Collaboration, Problem Solving, Attention to Detail, Growth Mindset, Forecasting, Spend Management, Financial Analytics, Process Improvement, Documentation, Reporting, Budget Management

Industry

Software Development

Description

Planning & Rhythm of Business Own the end to end planning rhythm across function marketing space in partnership with finance leads, to ensure alignment with planning principles and strategic areas of operational efficiency. Develop a deep understanding of the E&E infrastructure and own the revamp to support systematic financial analytics & improve efficiency in how we manage rhythms. Drive continuous improvement in spend management processes and utilize agentic AI to improve forecasting process. Standardize templates and documentation for planning deliverables closely partnering with the central team. Create and own regular financial flashes to provide timely updates, highlight key milestones, and communicate action items to finance and business partners Provide timely, ad hoc analyses and dashboards that strengthen forecast accuracy, drive accountability with budget owners, and elevate discipline across the team. Support month‑end/quarter‑end close activities (e.g., accruals, reconciliations, recurring reporting) and ensure adherence to policy and controls. Master's Degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Economics, Data Science or related field AND 2+ years experience in financial analysis, accounting, controllership or finance, or related field OR Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Economics, Data Science or related field AND 4+ years experience in financial analysis, accounting, controllership or finance, or related field OR equivalent experience. Crisp communication skills (both verbal and written), demonstrating ability and interest in storytelling with data. Positive and inclusive team member with a desire to excel both personally and professionally. Demonstrated collaborator with the desire and ability to partner and influence the business. Effective problem solver with a demonstrated ability to thrive in highly ambiguous situations. Attention to detail with the ability to manage competing priorities. Able to embrace a growth mindset with the ability to make process and business recommendations.

Responsibilities

The Senior Finance Manager will own the end-to-end planning rhythm across function marketing, ensuring alignment with planning principles and operational efficiency. They will drive continuous improvement in spend management processes and provide timely financial updates and analyses to finance and business partners.