Job Category: Finance
Location: Redmond, WA, US
Job ID: 848865-121571
Division: Finance
Description
The MSCIS (Manufacturing Supply Chain Information and Solutions) Finance Manufacturing Cost team manages the financial reporting for the costs associated with manufacturing hardware products for the division. This is a unique opportunity within Microsoft to support the Manufacturing organization on hardware devices. This is a very visible position that works closely with key decision makers in MSCIS Operations. This role is focused on the close & cost accounting activities of the Xbox & Surface businesses.
This role requires strong accounting and financial fundamentals and principles with ability to interpret policies & establish controls. The successful candidate will not only have to understand manufacturing cost accounting principles but also be able to apply them to the business space .Will have to be able to partner with the Finance Planning teams & business partners to identify and drive opportunities and understand risks through financial analysis. Should also be able to effectively partner across various parts of the organization, and have the ability to explain the business “beyond the accounting numbers”.
The person in this role will be expected to play a key role in the evolution of the MSCIS Finance Manufacturing Cost team, provide input into the team strategy, development of infrastructure, and identify and drive continuous improvement opportunities.
Main Responsibilities include:
• Drive the monthly close & cost accounting process of the product cost of the business. Review & validate cost updates and impacts. Perform monthly accrual activities.
• Establish policies and procedures & drive compliance in connection with product costs, inventory valuation, purchase variances, absorption rates etc.
• Support the finance planning team by providing a deep financial and business insight on related cost drivers. Partner with them on budgeting & forecasting activities
• Partner with sourcing, manufacturing & planning teams to develop and improve processes that impact accounting systems .
• Participate/lead in projects where accounting & costing system changes are needed
• Carry out SOX testing activities as assigned from time to time
• Actively participate in key initiatives as may be required from time to time.
Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or equivalent required, CPA/MBA preferred
• Financial experience in a manufacturing-heavy business space (7+ years) required
• Experience with manufacturing and/or supply chain accounting systems required
• Has demonstrated accounting and/or financial analysis experience in relevant business space (e.g., procurement, manufacturing, consumer products).
• Knowledge of standard costing and overhead absorption is a bonus while knowledge of SAP Product & Actual costing is a definite advantage
• Knowledge of Internal Microsoft tools (Informa,MS Sales,Mercury, etc.) is a plus
• Excellent PC skills, particularly in MS Excel are required. SAP hands on experience is also desirable
• Knowledge of the Consumer Electronics industry is preferred
• The successful candidate will also exhibit the following characteristics:
• Passion for driving the right business decisions , accounting practices
• Excellent communication skills and excellent cross-group collaboration skills
• Strong team player with the ability to positively and constructively influence stakeholders
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Strong understanding of accounting & financial principles, processes and practices
• Ability to deal with ambiguity and changing business requirements
• Hands-on approach to improve processes while working with others
• Able to multitask and accept new challenges anytime
This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by an employee within this position. The actual duties, responsibilities and qualifications may vary based on assignment or group. Microsoft is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and strongly supports diversity in the workplace.
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Location: Redmond, WA, US
Job ID: 848865-121571
Division: Finance
Description
The MSCIS (Manufacturing Supply Chain Information and Solutions) Finance Manufacturing Cost team manages the financial reporting for the costs associated with manufacturing hardware products for the division. This is a unique opportunity within Microsoft to support the Manufacturing organization on hardware devices. This is a very visible position that works closely with key decision makers in MSCIS Operations. This role is focused on the close & cost accounting activities of the Xbox & Surface businesses.
This role requires strong accounting and financial fundamentals and principles with ability to interpret policies & establish controls. The successful candidate will not only have to understand manufacturing cost accounting principles but also be able to apply them to the business space .Will have to be able to partner with the Finance Planning teams & business partners to identify and drive opportunities and understand risks through financial analysis. Should also be able to effectively partner across various parts of the organization, and have the ability to explain the business “beyond the accounting numbers”.
The person in this role will be expected to play a key role in the evolution of the MSCIS Finance Manufacturing Cost team, provide input into the team strategy, development of infrastructure, and identify and drive continuous improvement opportunities.
Main Responsibilities include:
• Drive the monthly close & cost accounting process of the product cost of the business. Review & validate cost updates and impacts. Perform monthly accrual activities.
• Establish policies and procedures & drive compliance in connection with product costs, inventory valuation, purchase variances, absorption rates etc.
• Support the finance planning team by providing a deep financial and business insight on related cost drivers. Partner with them on budgeting & forecasting activities
• Partner with sourcing, manufacturing & planning teams to develop and improve processes that impact accounting systems .
• Participate/lead in projects where accounting & costing system changes are needed
• Carry out SOX testing activities as assigned from time to time
• Actively participate in key initiatives as may be required from time to time.
Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or equivalent required, CPA/MBA preferred
• Financial experience in a manufacturing-heavy business space (7+ years) required
• Experience with manufacturing and/or supply chain accounting systems required
• Has demonstrated accounting and/or financial analysis experience in relevant business space (e.g., procurement, manufacturing, consumer products).
• Knowledge of standard costing and overhead absorption is a bonus while knowledge of SAP Product & Actual costing is a definite advantage
• Knowledge of Internal Microsoft tools (Informa,MS Sales,Mercury, etc.) is a plus
• Excellent PC skills, particularly in MS Excel are required. SAP hands on experience is also desirable
• Knowledge of the Consumer Electronics industry is preferred
• The successful candidate will also exhibit the following characteristics:
• Passion for driving the right business decisions , accounting practices
• Excellent communication skills and excellent cross-group collaboration skills
• Strong team player with the ability to positively and constructively influence stakeholders
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Strong understanding of accounting & financial principles, processes and practices
• Ability to deal with ambiguity and changing business requirements
• Hands-on approach to improve processes while working with others
• Able to multitask and accept new challenges anytime
This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by an employee within this position. The actual duties, responsibilities and qualifications may vary based on assignment or group. Microsoft is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and strongly supports diversity in the workplace.
cnw
gh.com
CB:FIN
Nearest Major Market: Seattle
Nearest Secondary Market: Bellevue
Job Segments: Accounting, Financial, ERP, Supply Chain Manager, Manager, Finance, Technology, Operations, Managemen
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