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We’re looking for a dynamic **Finance Manager -** **Cloud Infrastructure Strateg** **y, Planning & Delivery** who thrives in a dynamic and evolving global environment—someone ready to transform complex data and partner insights into strategies that accelerate growth and operational excellence. If you’re passionate about shaping the economics behind hyperscale cloud and influencing decisions at the highest level, this is your opportunity to make an impact that matters.

In this role, you’ll shape the financial engine behind hyperscale compute and storage: driving end‑to‑end ownership of critical close and forecast rhythms, optimizing cost of goods sold, and leading our next‑generation rebates program with global suppliers. You’ll collaborate across engineering, sourcing, and operations, influence senior leaders with _crisp_ performance narratives, and convert disciplined forecasting into real cash impact. If you’re ready to build, simplify, and lead in a fast‑evolving team at the forefront of Microsoft’s Cloud innovation, we’d love to meet you.

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.

At Microsoft, our mission is simple yet bold: _empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more._ That purpose fuels our Cloud‑first strategy and inspires us to challenge the status quo every day. 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.

Responsibilities

Core Responsibilities

+ Manage end-to-end execution of Cloud EG COGs ROB and key elements of the Rebates 2.0 program.

+ Ensure accurate forecasting, timely claim generation, and cash realization across compute and storage suppliers.

+ Coordinate cross-functional teams to support quarterly ROB COGs and rebate cycles and supplier engagement.

+ Validate data to maintain accuracy in financial processes and reporting.

+ Own processes for quarterly and monthly close activities related to COGS P&L and rebates.

COGS P&L and Financial Rythms

+ Oversee monthly and quarterly close processes for Cloud and Supply Chain EG $35M budget.

+ Prepare VTF, VTB, and YoY% performance updates for SLT, including key drivers.

+ Manage financial reporting and consolidation activities.

+ Approve purchase orders and maintain compliance with financial rhythms of business (close, forecast, budget).

Rebate Management

+ Partner on $1B+ rebate process for CAPEX and COGS, including forecasting, close, and collection.

+ Collaborate with internal sourcing partners and external suppliers to ensure rebate accuracy and timeliness.

+ Develop subject matter expertise in CPI finance and Microsoft rebate processes.

Additional Responsibilities

+ Analyze price variance and average pricing to support rate card updates for CAPEX/Racks and components.

+ Support Arrow finance manager with balance analysis.

+ Coordinate with CISE central finance leader on capital council scheduling and processes.

+ Embody our culture and values

Qualifications

Required/minimum** **qualifications

+ Master's Degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Economics, Data Science or related field OR Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Economics, Data Science or related field AND 2+ years experience in financial analysis, accounting, controllership, finance, or related field OR equivalent experience.

+ 2+ years of experience in a financial role within the technology or aerospace industry.

Additional or preferred** **qualifications

+ Masters Degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Economics, Data Science or related field AND 3+ 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 5+ years of post-graduate financial analysis, accounting, controllership or finance work experience OR equivalent experience.

Financial Analysis IC3 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $76,800 - $151,900 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 $100,800 - $168,000 per year.

Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here: US corporate pay information | Microsoft Careers (https://careers.microsoft.com/v2/global/en/us-corporate-pay.html)

Microsoft will accept applications for the role until **November 5th, 2025** .

Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with applicable law, 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 and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations (https://careers.microsoft.com/v2/global/en/accessibility.html) .