Job Description
Microsoft’s mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. Finance Operations (FinOps) brings this mission to life through operational excellence, cross-functional collaboration, and a commitment to continuous learning. You’ll be part of a team that values inclusion, innovation, and impact. Our culture is centered on embracing a growth mindset and being a learn-it-all to drive continuous improvement.
Join the high-impact Finance and Data Platform team at the center of FinOps and Procurement spend management, driving financial planning, insights, and transformation at scale. In this role, you will partner across Finance, Procurement, Accounting, and business teams to deliver accurate forecasting, improve planning processes, and enable data-driven decision making.
Responsibilities
Financial Planning, Forecasting & Close Leadership Own end-to-end forecasting, budgeting, and planning cycles, and lead monthly close execution—delivering timely, high-quality insights on actuals, forecasts, and key variance drivers to support business decisions.
FP&A Process Excellence & AI-Driven Automation Drive scalable FP&A processes by improving planning workflows, standardizing tools and frameworks, and ensuring high data quality—while actively leveraging AI and automation to streamline processes, reduce manual effort, and accelerate insight generation.
Cross-Functional Partnership, Governance & Organizational Impact Partner across Finance and business teams to align planning, allocations, and financial structures; ensure strong governance and compliance; and lead initiatives that strengthen operating models, team capability, and continuous improvement.
Qualifications
Basic Requirements:
- Masters 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 Bachelors 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.
Preferred Requirements:
- 4+ years of experience in FP&A, financial analysis, or related finance roles
- Strong financial modeling, forecasting, and variance analysis capabilities
- Demonstrated ability to manage complex planning processes and deliver under ambiguity
- Experience with data tools (Excel, Power BI, SQL) and financial systems
- Exposure to AI/automation applications in finance or process transformation
- Proven ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders and drive alignment
- Strong executive communication and storytelling skills
Financial Analysis IC4 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $97,600 - $188,400 per year. There is a different range applicable to specific work locations, within the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, and the base pay range for this role in those locations is USD $125,000 - $206,400 per year.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Redmond, WA |
| Industry | Computer Software |
| Salary | $97,600–$188,400 Per Year |
| Company Size | 10,000 employees or more |
| Year Founded | 1975 |
| Website | http://www.microsoft.com |
About Company
DO WHAT YOU LOVE
Make your mark on the world’s most used technologies. Develop the next hit mobile application. Pioneer a startup that could be the next big thing. At Microsoft, you choose your path.
Headquartered in Redmond, Washington, Microsoft is a top innovator in both the consumer and enterprise technology industry. Just a few of the many things our products do are unleash creativity, connect businesses, and make learning more fun. But our continued success is based on one thing: our employees. We hire amazing, talented people and give them the opportunities—and the tools—to succeed.
WHY MICROSOFT?
As a Microsoft employee, you’re surrounded by a diverse group of the smartest people in your field. This fosters new ideas, better business results, and creates a dynamic work environment. In the office, you’re constantly challenged and supported by your colleagues. Every day holds something new and exciting.
We also offer unparalleled depth and breadth of career opportunities. As an industry leader in multiple fields, working for Microsoft means being able to do whatever you feel passionate about—and being able to make an impact in that field. From day one, we give our employees significant responsibility. This means that you’ll know that you directly contributed to something that has a positive impact on people worldwide. Whether you choose to work in management, dive deep into the newest technology, or explore multiple professions, you’ll find everything you need at Microsoft to drive your career—and to make a difference.
WE GET IT – YOU’RE MORE THAN YOUR JOB
Everyone works differently and is motivated by different things. We also understand that there’s more to you than your job. That’s why we offer competitive pay and a wide assortment of benefits-- to help you make the most of life at work and away from it.
GET THE BALL ROLLING
Make your mark on the world’s most used technologies. Develop the next hit mobile application. Pioneer a startup that could be the next big thing. At Microsoft, you choose your path.
Headquartered in Redmond, Washington, Microsoft is a top innovator in both the consumer and enterprise technology industry. Just a few of the many things our products do are unleash creativity, connect businesses, and make learning more fun. But our continued success is based on one thing: our employees. We hire amazing, talented people and give them the opportunities—and the tools—to succeed.
WHY MICROSOFT?
As a Microsoft employee, you’re surrounded by a diverse group of the smartest people in your field. This fosters new ideas, better business results, and creates a dynamic work environment. In the office, you’re constantly challenged and supported by your colleagues. Every day holds something new and exciting.
We also offer unparalleled depth and breadth of career opportunities. As an industry leader in multiple fields, working for Microsoft means being able to do whatever you feel passionate about—and being able to make an impact in that field. From day one, we give our employees significant responsibility. This means that you’ll know that you directly contributed to something that has a positive impact on people worldwide. Whether you choose to work in management, dive deep into the newest technology, or explore multiple professions, you’ll find everything you need at Microsoft to drive your career—and to make a difference.
WE GET IT – YOU’RE MORE THAN YOUR JOB
Everyone works differently and is motivated by different things. We also understand that there’s more to you than your job. That’s why we offer competitive pay and a wide assortment of benefits-- to help you make the most of life at work and away from it.
GET THE BALL ROLLING
Skills
- Accountingunmatched
- Accounting Closeunmatched
- Actualsunmatched
- Artificial Intelligence (AI)unmatched
- Automationunmatched
- Budgetingunmatched
- Business Administrationunmatched
- Business Supportunmatched
- Communication Skillsunmatched
- Continuous Improvementunmatched
- Cross-Functionalunmatched
- Data Processingunmatched
- Data Qualityunmatched
- Data Scienceunmatched
- Economicsunmatched
- Expense Managementunmatched
- Financeunmatched
- Finance Softwareunmatched
- Financial Analysisunmatched
- Financial Managementunmatched
- Financial Modelingunmatched
- Financial Operationsunmatched
- Financial Planningunmatched
- Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A)unmatched
- Financial Systemsunmatched
- Forecastingunmatched
- Leadershipunmatched
- Microsoft Product Familyunmatched
- Power BIunmatched
- Process Developmentunmatched
- Process Improvementunmatched
- Process Managementunmatched
- Procurement Managementunmatched
- Productivity Managementunmatched
- Purchasing/Procurementunmatched
- SQL (Structured Query Language)unmatched
- Storytellingunmatched
- Time Managementunmatched
- Variance Analysisunmatched
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