Finance Transformation Lead

Apple • Cupertino, CA

69d

About The Position

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.

Requirements

• Proven experience in managing, mentoring, and developing direct reports or project teams.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive significant change.
• Strong business acumen with a deep understanding of core accounting and operational finance processes.
• Proven experience with major ERP systems (e.g. SAP).
• Familiarity with automation technologies (RPA) and data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
• Past experience with Python / SQL from a business facing / finance role is a plus.
• Strong communication and presentation skills; comfortable presenting to executives.
• Proactive problem solver with the ability to present problems and recommendations simultaneously.
• Ability to work comfortably with incomplete information and deal with ambiguity.
• Extremely curious and drives issues to root cause.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality around product launches and financial information.

Responsibilities

• Spearhead and drive strategic initiatives aimed at modernizing and optimizing finance controller functions.
• Develop and articulate a clear vision and roadmap for transforming operational finance functions.
• Identify, analyze, and redesign processes related to expense management, annual budgeting, P2P workflows, and headcount planning.
• Evaluate, recommend, and oversee the implementation of new financial technologies and tools.
• Collaborate with finance leadership, IS&T, and various business functions to ensure successful project delivery.
• Develop and execute robust change management strategies, including communication plans and training programs.
• Manage, mentor, and develop direct reports or project teams.
• Lead cross-functional teams and influence stakeholders to drive significant change.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees