Senior Finance Manager, HR Strategy & Experience

Join the HR (Human Resources) Finance Team and be the strategic partner to Microsoft's Human Resources Services and Digital Employee Experiences (HRSDEE) organization! HRSDEE spans 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 HRSDEE organization 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 HRSDEE leadership to drive strategic financial decisions
• Delivering actionable insights on cost drivers, efficiency opportunities, and investment trade-offs
• Leading long-range planning and budgeting processes with a focus on optimization and scalability
• Influencing 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 vision
• Ability to build trusted relationships with leaders
• Analytical and modeling skills to support decision-making
• Clear and effective communicator who can simplify complex financial topics
• Lively, curious and a self-starter mindset with a passion for learning

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.

Responsibilities

• Drive Financial Insights: Analyze the financial performance of the HRSDEE teams and support leaders in identifying opportunities for resource optimization. Lead annual planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes.
• Support Financial Operations: Manage financial 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