R&D Finance - Sr. Financial Analyst, Hardware Technology

R&D Finance - Sr. Financial Analyst, Hardware Technology

Imagine what you could do here. At Apple, new ideas have a way of becoming extraordinary products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Bring passion and dedication to your job and there's no telling what you could accomplish. Join the Apple Finance organization and make a positive impact on a company that is known for its amazing products. At Apple, you'll share in a dedication to excellence by working with world-class managers, all with one unified vision building innovative products that delight customers. Finance is about "fueling innovation". We do this by hiring quality individuals with integrity, personal accountability, collaboration, excellence, & proactive thinking. If you exemplify our values and want to join something big, contact us today. As a part of Apple's R&D Finance team you will partner with engineers to plan, analyze, and manage the finances for some of the world's most innovative engineering development projects. Apple continually strives to develop exciting new technologies and products that enrich our customers' lives this is an opportunity to join that mission!

Description

R&D Finance Team is looking for a Financial Analyst who will be responsible for owning and effectively managing all of the financial needs for our Hardware Technology teams. This team member will execute periodic spending forecasts and quarter close activities and also coordinate an annual operating plan process for the next fiscal year budget. As Financial Analyst, you will work cross-functionally with Engineering, Program Managers, Global Supply Managers, Technical Accounting, and other business partners to support the development and implementation of the latest Hardware Technologies. This position requires an individual who is a strong team player, has experience with database systems, a good working knowledge of SAP, Tableau, and Excel, and excellent attention to detail. The preferred candidate will continuously look for opportunities to improve processes and have a history of proactive problem solving. The analyst will work effectively in a fast-paced environment, with changing priorities and often with tight time constraints.

Responsibilities

Partner with Engineering teams to compile periodic spending forecast updates. Drive Quarterly close / accrual process for Hardware Technology teams. Support Annual Operating Plan process. Maintain data integrity and accuracy in our financial systems for key data sets such as cost centers, project codes and signature authority limits. Educate and enforce Accounting / Finance Policies across the Engineering organization. Review Purchase Requisitions to validate budget impact and accounting compliance. Ad Hoc financial analysis to support product / roadmap decisions.

Minimum Qualifications

5+ years relevant Finance experience. BA / BS degree in Finance, Accounting or Economics.

Preferred Qualifications

Professional work experience in Finance / Accounting with exposure to financial processes related to close, forecast and annual operating plan cycles. Crisp verbal and written professional interpersonal skills; ability to compile and present data to senior leadership. Strong financial systems and business application skills including SAP, Essbase, Excel, Keynote, Workday / Adaptive & Tableau. Curiosity and willingness to learn about module technologies through the lens of finance. Strong analytical skills and ability to work within ambiguity. Ability to manage multiple programs or projects at once and to self-direct efforts as appropriate among competing priorities. Work well with others in a team setting and independently. CPA is preferred.

At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $137,900 and $207,300, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple's discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple's Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You'll also receive benefits including : Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation.

Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.