Program Manager - Finance Transformation
24 days ago Cupertino, CA
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Imagine what you could do here. At Apple, new ideas have a way of becoming phenomenal products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Bring passion and dedication to your job and there's no telling what you could accomplish. Do you love thinking analytically? Are you passionate about using your financial knowledge to navigate complex challenges? Just as our customers find value in Apple products, the Finance group finds value for both Apple and its shareholders. As part of this group, you'll play an integral role in ensuring our day-to-day financial health. You and your team will support Apple's growth, both top and bottom line, by applying the same level of innovation toward financial matters as we do toward our products and services. You'll also collaborate with Apple teams across the world to develop more effective investment strategies and risk management. Finance is essential to upholding our global commitment to perfection, and it is directly responsible for shaping the company's future. Join us, and you'll have an important role in continuing Apple's legacy of efficiency and success. We are seeking a highly analytical and proactive Sr. Finance Analyst to join our Finance Transformation team. In this role, you will be instrumental in driving financial process improvements, enhancing data visibility, and supporting strategic initiatives that optimize resource allocation and financial operations across Apple.
You will collaborate closely with various finance functions and business partners, providing critical analysis and insights to support the evolution of our financial systems and processes. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to significant developments in how Apple manages its financial resources and drives efficiency.
Description
The Program Manager- Finance Transformation will be responsible for supporting the roadmap for transforming our financial processes including the accounting and close-related activities within the R2R cycle and broader spend management across Financial Controllers. They will play are role ensuing alignment with overall business objectives, technological advancements, and regulatory requirements, including SOX compliance.
A key focus will be on identifying, analyzing, and redesigning processes related to accounting activities and processes across our finance functions with an eye towards strengthening internal controls, improving data accuracy, and enhancing scalability through automation and process optimization.
Strong stakeholder management is crucial, requiring collaboration with finance leadership, IS&T, SOX PMO, and various business functions to ensure successful project delivery and adoption of new processes and systems.
Furthermore, the role entails supporting and executing change management strategies, including communication plans, training programs, and user adoption initiatives, to ensure a smooth transition for accounting and operational finance teams.
Preferred Qualifications
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a proven ability to interpret complex data and provide data-driven recommendations.
Extensive proficiency in Excel for financial modeling, data manipulation, and analysis.
Demonstrated ability to support cross-functional teams, influence stakeholders, and drive significant change in a complex organizational environment.
Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate complex financial concepts clearly and concisely to various audiences.
Proactive problem solver, encouraged to present problems and recommendations simultaneously
Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills; must be able to form positive relationships with business partners and peers
Ability to work comfortably with incomplete information and deal with ambiguity in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
Extremely curious; is not satisfied with easy or convenient answers; drives issues to root cause
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality around product launches, financial information and other critical initiatives
Minimum Qualifications
5+ years of progressive experience in accounting and operational finance roles, with proven experience in executing finance transformation processes.
BS or BA in Business, Economics, or equivalent
Pay & Benefits
At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $140,700 and $211,400, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple's discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple's Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You'll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses - including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits
Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.
You will collaborate closely with various finance functions and business partners, providing critical analysis and insights to support the evolution of our financial systems and processes. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to significant developments in how Apple manages its financial resources and drives efficiency.
Description
The Program Manager- Finance Transformation will be responsible for supporting the roadmap for transforming our financial processes including the accounting and close-related activities within the R2R cycle and broader spend management across Financial Controllers. They will play are role ensuing alignment with overall business objectives, technological advancements, and regulatory requirements, including SOX compliance.
A key focus will be on identifying, analyzing, and redesigning processes related to accounting activities and processes across our finance functions with an eye towards strengthening internal controls, improving data accuracy, and enhancing scalability through automation and process optimization.
Strong stakeholder management is crucial, requiring collaboration with finance leadership, IS&T, SOX PMO, and various business functions to ensure successful project delivery and adoption of new processes and systems.
Furthermore, the role entails supporting and executing change management strategies, including communication plans, training programs, and user adoption initiatives, to ensure a smooth transition for accounting and operational finance teams.
Preferred Qualifications
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a proven ability to interpret complex data and provide data-driven recommendations.
Extensive proficiency in Excel for financial modeling, data manipulation, and analysis.
Demonstrated ability to support cross-functional teams, influence stakeholders, and drive significant change in a complex organizational environment.
Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate complex financial concepts clearly and concisely to various audiences.
Proactive problem solver, encouraged to present problems and recommendations simultaneously
Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills; must be able to form positive relationships with business partners and peers
Ability to work comfortably with incomplete information and deal with ambiguity in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
Extremely curious; is not satisfied with easy or convenient answers; drives issues to root cause
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality around product launches, financial information and other critical initiatives
Minimum Qualifications
5+ years of progressive experience in accounting and operational finance roles, with proven experience in executing finance transformation processes.
BS or BA in Business, Economics, or equivalent
Pay & Benefits
At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $140,700 and $211,400, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple's discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple's Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You'll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses - including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits
Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.
Additional Information
- Salary: $140,700 – $211,400
- Posted: 24 days ago