Finance Manager Gaming First Party Studios

Microsoft • Redmond, WA

380d • $75,100 - $163,300

About The Position

The Finance Manager for Gaming First Party Studios at Microsoft plays a crucial role in overseeing financial operations and business performance within the gaming ecosystem. This position requires a blend of financial analysis, project management, and business partnership, focusing on P&L analysis, long-range planning, and collaboration with various teams across the organization. The role is highly visible and demands exceptional communication skills and a deep understanding of the gaming and entertainment industry.

Requirements

• Master's Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Data Science or related field, or a Bachelor's Degree with 2+ years of relevant experience.
• Strong financial analysis skills with a focus on controllership and finance.
• Exceptional project management skills and ability to collaborate across groups.
• Deep knowledge of gaming/entertainment industry economics and end-to-end P&L knowledge.
• Efficient communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Master's Degree with 3+ years of post-graduate financial analysis experience.
• Bachelor's Degree with 5+ years of post-graduate financial analysis experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the financial operations and business performance of studios within the XGS portfolio.
• Support business planning operations for studios under management.
• Create month-end financial reporting through analysis and reconciliation of system results.
• Utilize various systems and tools for data mining and business intelligence to analyze financial data trends.
• Produce reports and dashboards to inform decision-making.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, policies, and regulations.
• Build financial reporting continuity and support established studio-specific KPIs.
• Act as a subject matter expert for data management and system-related work items.
• Assist with financial system hierarchy setup and management.
• Conduct ad hoc analysis across various programs and offerings.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range of $75,100 - $163,300 per year based on location and experience.
• Potential eligibility for additional benefits and compensation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Publishing Industries
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree