Technical Program Manager II - Finance Data & Experiences
About The Position
We are seeking a Technical Program Manager II to join the Finance Data & Experiences (FD&E) organization and lead strategic reporting modernization and business transformation initiatives across Microsoft Finance. In this role, you will own end-to-end delivery of complex programs that improve financial reporting, automate business processes, and enable better business decisions through modern data and analytics solutions. You will work across Finance, Engineering, Data Platform, and Business Operations teams to define vision, align stakeholders, manage execution, and drive measurable business outcomes. The ideal candidate combines strong program management skills, business acumen, technical depth, and stakeholder influence. You will lead cross-functional initiatives that simplify reporting experiences, improve operational efficiency, and accelerate Microsoft's finance transformation journey. 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.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, Finance, Business, or related field AND 2+ years of experience in technical program management, project management, software engineering, data analytics, business intelligence, or related disciplines.
Nice To Haves
- 4+ years of experience managing cross-functional and/or cross-team projects.
- 1+ year(s) of experience reading and/or writing code (e.g., sample documentation, product demos).
- Experience supporting Finance, FP&A, Accounting, Reporting, or Business Operations functions.
- Experience with Power BI, SQL, Azure data platforms, SAP, or enterprise financial systems.
- Experience leading reporting modernization or business transformation initiatives.
- Knowledge of Agile development methodologies and Azure DevOps.
- Experience implementing automation and AI-enabled business solutions.
- Experience managing programs involving financial reporting, forecast reporting, budget planning, headcount, or operational performance reporting.
- Experience leading cross-functional programs from concept through implementation.
- Experience working with reporting, analytics, data platforms, or business applications.
- Demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders and drive alignment across organizations.
- Clear written and verbal communication skills.
Responsibilities
- Lead medium-to-large scale reporting modernization and finance transformation initiatives.
- Define program vision, strategy, objectives, roadmaps, and success metrics.
- Drive end-to-end solution delivery from discovery through implementation and adoption.
- Manage complex project plans, dependencies, risks, and stakeholder expectations.
- Ensure successful execution across multiple partner teams.
- Partner with Finance leaders to identify opportunities to reduce manual effort and improve business processes.
- Develop business cases and prioritize investments based on impact and customer value.
- Drive standardization and modernization of reporting capabilities.
- Lead change management and adoption efforts associated with new solutions.
- Drive initiatives supporting reporting, planning, forecasting, budgeting, headcount, and operational analytics.
- Partner with engineering and data teams to shape scalable architecture and solution designs.
- Ensure solutions deliver high-quality, trusted, and actionable financial insights.
- Promote data governance and operational excellence practices.
- Build trusted relationships across Finance, Engineering, and Leadership teams.
- Influence decisions without direct authority.
- Communicate executive-level updates, program health, risks, and mitigation plans.
- Align stakeholders around shared outcomes and business priorities.
- Champion automation, AI, and modern reporting capabilities.
- Identify opportunities to simplify business processes and increase organizational efficiency.
- Mentor junior TPMs and contribute to program management best practices.
Benefits
- Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
