Finance Manager

Cisco•Research Triangle Park, NC

1d•$111,000 - $145,600•Hybrid

About The Position

You will be joining the Operations - IT Finance team, the financial engine behind one of Cisco’s most multifaceted and critical portfolios. We are a high-performing, analytical group that believes finance is more than just reporting numbers—it is about providing the insights that develop the future of our business. We pride ourselves on being trusted advisors who translate sophisticated data into actionable strategies. In this high-impact role, you will serve as a primary strategic business partner to senior operational leadership, overseeing the end-to-end financial lifecycle of OpEx, CapEx, and COGS to drive measurable business outcomes. By leading comprehensive budgeting, forecasting, and the financial governance of operations support contracts, you will transform complex data into actionable strategies that directly influence key business decisions. Through close collaboration with accounting and the application of rigorous analytical oversight, you will ensure financial precision while leveraging your leadership skills to foster cross-functional success and shape the financial health of our operations in a fast-paced technology environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related quantitative field.
Proficiency in financial modeling, forecasting tools, and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems (such as SAP, Oracle, or Hyperion), with specific expertise in leading liabilities and depreciation schedules.
6+ years of progressive financial experience, with a great foundation in FP&A, expense management, accounting principles, and business partnering, preferably within the high-tech or software industry
Ability to present complex financial concepts clearly to executive leadership and cross-functional partners.

Nice To Haves

An MBA or equivalent experience or professional certification (CFA, CPA) is strongly preferred.
Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present complex financial concepts clearly to executive leadership and cross-functional partners.

Responsibilities

Act as the primary financial advisor to functional business leaders, providing actionable insights, financial guidance, and scenario modeling to drive growth, optimize operational efficiency, and achieve strategic objectives.
Foster a culture of continuous learning, collaboration, and accountability, while actively supporting career development and professional growth.
Own the annual budgeting, quarterly forecasting, and long-range planning processes for your supported business units. Focus on proactive monitoring and forecasting key cost drivers that impact our liabilities, depreciation, etc. Monitor key financial metrics, evaluate variance analysis, and identify opportunities to improve cost structures and resource allocation.
Oversee comprehensive expense management, ensuring rigorous application of accounting principles related to liabilities, depreciation, accruals, and capitalization. Partner closely with accounting teams to ensure accurate month-end close and financial reporting.
Drive continuous improvement of financial processes, reporting frameworks, and tools. Ensure adherence to corporate financial policies, internal controls, and compliance standards.

Benefits

medical, dental and vision insurance
a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution
paid parental leave
short and long-term disability coverage
basic life insurance
grants of Cisco restricted stock units
10 paid holidays per full calendar year
1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees
1 paid day off for employee’s birthday
paid year-end holiday shutdown
4 paid days off for personal wellness
16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year, accrued at rate of 4.92 hours per pay period for full-time employees (non-exempt)
flexible vacation time off program (exempt)
80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter
up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward from one calendar year to the next
Additional paid time away may be requested to deal with critical or emergency issues for family members
Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer
annual bonuses (for non-sales roles)
performance-based incentive pay (for sales roles)