Overview

Are you interested in using data to drive strategic decision‑making? Are you a continuous learner looking for ways to build and apply Frontier Finance skills to your work?

The Marketing Finance organization is looking for a Finance Manager to join our Commercial Marketing Finance team to design analytical frameworks, develop reporting capabilities, and drive key initiatives, while also providing support to the team on fiscal planning and RoB processes. This role will entail applying a systems‑thinking approach and leveraging technology on finance projects for Commercial Marketing that contribute to operating leverage for Microsoft. This is an opportunity to build and utilize skills such as AI, advanced Excel, Power BI, and data storytelling to turn insights into clear recommendations.

The Commercial Marketing Finance team is part of the Marketing Finance org and partners closely with marketing stakeholders focused on our Commercial offerings (AI Business Solutions, Commercial Cloud & AI, and Microsoft Security). This team provides finance partnership, analysis and business insights, strategic investment prioritization, thought leadership, and resource trade‑off decision support to the Commercial marketing leadership at Microsoft.

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.

This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring on‑site presence at our Redmond campus three days a week.

Responsibilities

Cross‑CSA Analytics & Reporting

• Own analytical frameworks and reporting views spanning all Commercial Marketing CSAs (Customer Solution Areas), including AI Business Solutions, Commercial Cloud & AI, and Microsoft Security

• Support Commercial Marketing leadership in strategic investment prioritization through data analysis that clearly links marketing OPEX spend to revenue outcomes

• Partner with CSA Finance Leads to streamline and enhance reporting views that support in‑year headcount management and resource trade‑off decisions

• Represent the Commercial Marketing team on cross‑CSA and central initiatives such as Marketing Units of Production (MUPs), Spend Optimization, and related programs

• Drive adoption of technological capabilities, including AI‑enabled tools, to simplify, automate, and scale financial workflows across the team

Planning & RoB (Rhythm of Business)

• Strengthen analytical rigor in planning and forecasting models for Commercial Marketing through benchmarking analysis, seasonality trends, and historical performance insights

• Drive continuous improvements in spend management processes and apply Agentic AI capabilities to enhance forecasting and budgeting workflows

• Standardize planning templates and supporting documentation across Commercial CSA teams in close partnership with the Central Finance team

Close & Compliance

• Support month‑end and quarter‑end close activities, including accruals, reconciliations, and recurring reporting, while ensuring adherence to financial policies and internal controls

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.

• 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.

• 3+ years of experience demonstrating clear verbal and written communication skills, translating data into clear and actionable insights

• 3+ years of experience using Microsoft technologies, including Excel and Power BI, to analyze and present financial or business data

• 3+ years of experience working collaboratively within cross‑functional teams and partnering with stakeholders to support business outcomes

• Demonstrated ability to apply data‑driven problem‑solving approaches in ambiguous or evolving environments with appropriate guidance

• Proven attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines

• Growth mindset with interest in learning, improving processes, and supporting data‑informed business recommendations

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:
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.