Financial Analyst - Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
Job Description
We are looking for a financial analyst with a composed executive presence, deep analytical capabilities, ample financial / quantitative horsepower, interest in Apple’s business and strategy, polished communication skills, and a “team player” attitude with an ability to thrive in high-performing, collaborative groups. This analyst shall partner with and influence various groups, handle confidential information, and carry a very high level of responsibility and exposure.
Responsibilities
Develop monthly forecast and annual budget based on comprehensive financial models and insights from business stakeholders·
Understand the business spend requirements and guide business partners to make the most effective spending decisions·
Analyze and track headcount, variable and fixed expenses·
Provide management reporting to enable the business partners to manage their budgets and headcount in accordance with Plan·
Support Forecast & Close review·
Drive quarterly reviews with the business teams·
Manage purchase requisitions to ensure correct application of project/GL codes while ensuring compliance with Indirect Procurement requirements·
Create accruals for monthly and quarterly Close, ensuring adherence to SOX requirements for substantiation of accruals
Job Requirements
- 5-10 years of progressive, relevant experience in a high performance and high growth organization, preferably supporting engineering teams across international markets
- The successful candidate welcomes change, is curious to discover approaches to challenging issues, takes on problem solving with a positive attitude and is self-motivated to complete challenging tasks
- Naturally curious and enjoys the unknown and ambiguity, with the ability to think independently along with limited instruction
- Able to translate financial analytics into clear and insightful recommendations for business stakeholders
- Proven analytical and creative problem-solving skills
- Strong sense of team
- Detail oriented and highly organized
- The ability to work to deadlines and on multiple tasks simultaneously
- Strong financial modeling skills, experience with enterprise software systems and databases preferred
- Excellent analytical, written, and verbal communication skills
- Ability to partner cross-functionally at all levels of the organization
- Composed executive presence, balancing confidence with humility
