Finance Manager - GitHub
GitHub sits at the center of the world's software transformation, where over 100 million developers collaborate on software development projects and more than 1.3 million have used GitHub Copilot, the first at-scale AI developer tool to hit the market. We are looking for a Finance Manager to join the GitHub Strategic Finance team and work in a highly collaborative, fast-paced, and fun environment. There are three major revenue plays for GitHub : Land (Core Platform), Secure (GitHub Advanced Security), and Accelerate (Copilot). This individual will be responsible for owning the Secure revenue play, working closely with GitHub revenue, engineering, Go-to-Market (GTM) and Microsoft Customer and Partner Solutions (MCAPS) business partners to understand & report on performance trends while influencing strategic and tactical decisions that support GitHub's growth ambitions.
The successful candidate has established ownership, business partnering, collaboration, and analytical skills, as well as a proven track record of driving clarity and shared understanding. This role requires the ability to navigate ambiguity, connect the dots, and adapt in line with the dynamic business. This is an opportunity to shape GitHub's revenue growth and join a team helping scale a high-growth business, with enormous opportunity for impact and development. 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.
Responsibilities :
- Ownership over revenue story for GitHub Security workloads : drive effective storytelling across the different components of the GitHub Security business, bringing them together in a holistic, cohesive manner that weaves through the nuances of the business health story. Ensure shared understanding of revenue stories (ARR, Billed, Net, and ACR) across stakeholders. Communicate and collaborate with business partners to surface actionable insights.
- Planning and forecasting : own models that consolidate revenue forecasts and plans across GitHub's Security products. Partner closely with business and finance stakeholders to inform and influence key assumptions. Continuously look for ways to improve finance cadences to drive efficiencies and maximize impact.
- Connection points across GitHub Revenue and MCAPS : partner deeply with GitHub Revenue and collaborate closely with MCAPS business to influence strategic and tactical decisions that support GitHub's growth ambitions around Security. Work closely with finance and business counterparts to create bridges between teams and ensure shared understanding.
- Analytical / strategic frameworks : bring thought leadership to the GitHub business through establishment of financial frameworks to inform both strategy and execution.
- Protect : ensure compliance with company policies, legal standards, and regulatory requirements by reviewing and monitoring the accuracy of financial documents and business processes. Drive corrective measures. Support questions regarding documentation, policy adherence, and requirements. Recommend approved instruments and processes. Remain current on all company policies and procedures and update others.
Qualifications :
Required Qualifications :
Master's Degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Economics, Data Science or related fieldOR 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 fieldOR equivalent experience + 1+ years of experience in product or field financePreferred Qualifications :
Comprehensive knowledge of Microsoft Sales processes and key SaaS business drivers.Experience connecting strategic priorities across multiple workstreams to drive alignment and deliver results.Ability to build trust and effectively collaborate across multiple functions, teams, and personalities.Skilled in written and verbal storytelling, simplifying complex financial concepts for diverse audiences.Experienced in sophisticated financial modeling and large data sets with consistent attention to detail and accuracy.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.