Senior Finance Manager - Continuous Improvement Programs

Microsoft Corporation • Atlanta, GA

26d • Hybrid

About The Position

Imagine shaping the financial engine behind how millions achieve more-alongside a team where every perspective belongs. Our mission is to empower customers and partners through innovative financial solutions while optimizing cash, supporting over 95% of Microsoft's revenue, collecting $200B annually, and stewarding one of the largest corporate cash portfolios ($100B+). With teammates in 20+ countries, you'll collaborate across time zones, pursue your passions, and grow in a culture of innovation and inclusion. Beyond our core work, we're well‑rounded contributors-actively engaging in employee resource groups, volunteering in communities, and connecting through Microsoft affinity networks to learn, give back, and celebrate diversity together. As the Senior Finance Manager - Continuous Improvement Programs, you will lead initiatives within our Process and Innovation team to identify and prioritize business challenges where technology can deliver meaningful impact. You'll collaborate across disciplines and engage with diverse stakeholders to frame and structure problems, then deliver end-to-end solutions that optimize cash flow and enhance operational efficiency. In this role, you will drive cross-functional alignment across finance teams and business groups, fostering collaboration and shared success. Additionally, you will help cultivate a culture of innovation, customer obsession, diversity and inclusion, and growth mindset-empowering every team member to contribute and thrive while advancing transformation across the organization. We're excited to offer a hybrid role that give you the best of both worlds. You'll get to collaborate in person with your teammates at our Redmond office three days a week, and enjoy the flexibility of remote work the rest of the time. If you love connecting face-to-face and also appreciate some work-from-home days, this could be a great fit for you. Our team culture is centered around Microsoft corporate values and the One Microsoft approach with business partners. Our team is comprised of many individuals with diverse backgrounds and values the unique perspectives and thought processes each colleague brings to the table. Our team leans into helping one another and is not afraid to try new things with a growth mindset mentality. Microsoft's mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond. In alignment with our Microsoft values, we are committed to cultivating an inclusive work environment for all employees to positively impact our culture every day.

Requirements

• Master's 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 Bachelor's 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.
• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or Green Belt certification required, with demonstrated experience applying Continuous Improvement frameworks-including Kaizen, Lean, and Six Sigma-to deliver measurable improvements in key performance metrics and operational efficiency
• 2+ years experience applying expertise in Order-to-Cash processes and financial operations to implement solutions that improved accuracy and reduced processing time

Nice To Haves

• Masters Degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Economics, Data Science or related field AND 6+ years of post-graduate financial analysis, accounting, controllership, or finance work experience OR Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Economics, Data Science or related field AND 8+ years of post-graduate financial analysis, accounting, controllership or finance work experience OR equivalent experience.
• 1+ year(s) experience in multinationals with multi-product/multi-segment finance roles.
• 1+ year(s) work experience in matrix-based organization.
• 1+ year(s) work experience in the technology or software industry.

Responsibilities

• Drive Operational Excellence: Lead enterprise-wide Continuous Improvement programs using Lean Six Sigma, Kaizen, and automation strategies.
• Optimize Order-to-Cash Processes: Analyze workflows, eliminate inefficiencies, and implement scalable solutions to enhance speed and accuracy.
• Champion Data-Driven Decisions: Define KPIs, track performance, and deliver executive-level reporting on ROI and process improvements.
• Lead Change Management: Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure adoption of new processes and technologies.
• Integrate Automation & AI: Collaborate with technology teams to embed AI and automation into financial operations for future-ready processes.
• Embody our culture and values

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Publishing Industries
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees