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Posted date: Jan 16, 2026
There have been 2 jobs posted with the title of Senior Finance Manager, HR Strategy & Experience all time at Microsoft.Category: Financial Analysis
Location: Redmond, WA
Estimated salary: $151,450
Range: $96,500 - $206,400
Employment type: Full-Time
Work location type: 3 days / week in-office
Role: Individual Contributor
Description
OverviewJoin the HR (Human Resources) Finance Team and be the strategic partner to Microsoft's Employee Experience (EE) and People Operations organizations! EE and People Operations span a broad spectrum of HR functions, from employee interactions via AskHR service centers to the development and deployment of cutting-edge technologies and AI (artificial intelligence) solutions that enhance the employee experience across Microsoft. This is a high-impact opportunity to influence how HR evolves through digital transformation.
We’re seeking a dynamic Senior Finance Manager, HR Strategy & Experience, to support the EE and People Operations organizations and serve as a strategic finance partner, providing controllership and analytical insights that shape long-term planning, cost management, and resource allocation.
Key focus areas include:
Partnering closely with leadership to drive strategic financial decisionsDelivering actionable insights on cost drivers, efficiency opportunities, and investment trade-offsLeading long-range planning and budgeting processes with a focus on optimization and scalabilityInfluencing technology and platform evolution through financial modeling and scenario planning
Qualities we're looking for include:
Strategic thinker with business acumen and a long-term visionAbility to build trusted relationships with leadersAnalytical and modeling skills to support decision-makingClear and effective communicator who can simplify complex financial topicsLively, curious and a self-starter mindset with a passion for learning
At Microsoft, our mission—to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more—guides how we partner with customers to deliver trusted, impactful solutions. With a growth mindset culture, we innovate responsibly and measure success by shared progress—people, teams, and customers. Join us to do meaningful work that changes the world and helps shape what’s next for everyone.
Responsibilities
Drive Financial Insights: Analyze financial performance and support leaders in identifying opportunities for resource optimization. Lead annual planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes.Support Financial Operations: Manage month-end close activities and deliver recurring reports, forecasts, and presentations. Compare actual results against budget and forecast to inform future initiatives.Partner and Advise: Respond to partner inquiries with clear, data-driven insights. Contribute to long-range planning, variance analysis, and financial strategy using foundational Microsoft Finance principles.Leverage Data and Analytics: Use data mining, business intelligence, and advanced analytics—including predictive modeling and statistical techniques—to generate actionable insights. Continuously improve data collection and communication methods.Ensure Compliance and Accuracy: Review financial documents and business processes to ensure alignment with company policies, legal standards, and reporting requirements. Provide guidance on documentation and policy interpretation.Lead Strategic Initiatives: Collaborate on high-impact projects that evolve the finance function to meet the growing scale and complexity of the business.Other: Embody our culture and values
Qualifications
Required/Minimum Qualifications
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.
Additional or Preferred Qualifications
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.
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Financial Analysis IC4 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $96,500 - $188,400 per year. There is a different range applicable to specific work locations, within the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, and the base pay range for this role in those locations is USD $123,500 - $206,400 per year.
Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here:
https://careers.microsoft.com/us/en/us-corporate-pay
This position will be open for a minimum of 5 days, with applications accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.
Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance with religious accommodations and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations.
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