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Apple Inc. lists this Senior Finance Operations Manager - Services opportunity in northern, Kentucky. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Senior Finance Operations Manager - Services
Cupertino, California, United States Corporate Functions
Imagine what you could do here. At Apple, new ideas have a way of becoming great products,services, and customer experiences very quickly. Bring passion and dedication to your job and there's no telling what you could accomplish.Are you passionate about using your financial knowledge to navigate complex cross functional challenges? Just as our customers find value in Apple products, the Finance group finds value for both Apple and its shareholders. As part of this group, you will support Apple’s growth, applying the same level of innovation toward financial matters as we do toward our products and services. You will be defining, leading and delivering programs to optimize the financial lifecycle of our rapidly expanding digital Services Businesses.We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Finance Program Manager with prior experience in driving large cross functional global initiatives, such as ERP implementations, Finance Transformations and new product introductions.The ideal candidate will possess a combination of a strong blend of financial acumen, passion for innovation and ability to confidently collaborate with Product, Engineering, and Finance stakeholders with minimal oversight.You will also have a deep understanding of digital services business models, such as Subscriptions and Payments and have the ability to assess a bigger picture to understand & communicate impact to Finance and our partners.
Description
The Senior Finance Program Manager - Services will represent Services Finance as the driving force — not just a participant — in cross-functional programs shaping the future of our Subscriptions and Payments businesses. Acting as the finance owner embedded in multi-functional program teams, this person will partner directly with Product Management, Engineering and other Finance teams to shape requirements, drive execution, and ensure finance impacts are designed in from day one rather than retrofitted after launch.This role requires prior, hands‑on experience leading finance transformation initiatives — ERP implementations, new product builds, or platform rebuilds — that spanned multiple finance functions (Accounting, Tax, Treasury, Controllership, O2C and P2P) and required close, sustained coordination with Engineering and Product. The ideal candidate has done this specifically in a Payments or Subscriptions environment and understands first‑hand how product and engineering decisions ripple downstream into accounting, tax, compliance, and cash flow.
Responsibilities
Own end-to-end process flow documentation for in-scope Services financial processes, maintaining an accurate, audit-ready view of controls, risks, and process owners.
Drive the transformation of financial controllership and business‑partnering processes across Services, using automation, process re‑engineering, and data analytics to reduce manual effort and control risk.
Design and implement US GAAP and Tax -compliant process changes for new and evolving Services business models, balancing compliance rigor with the pace of the business.
Partner closely with Finance leadership, Information Systems & Technology (IS&T), and Services business functions to scope, prioritize, and deliver process and control changes.
Continuously enhance SOX program methodology, identifying opportunities to modernize control testing, documentation, and monitoring approaches.
Design and deliver training for control owners and business stakeholders on compliance requirements, fraud risk, and internal control fundamentals.
Track and report on the health of the Services Finance control environment, surfacing risks and process gaps to leadership.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
8+ years of experience in system implementation, accounting system implementation, internal audit, or internal controls, ideally within a Finance organization. Hands on accounting expertise in finance operations.
Strong understanding of internal control and compliance frameworks
Demonstrated experience documenting end‑to‑end business processes and translating them into control narratives and risk‑and‑control matrices.
Proven ability to partner cross‑functionally with Finance, IT, and business teams and to influence outcomes without direct authority.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience presenting to senior stakeholders.
Preferred Qualifications
CPA, CIA, or CISA certification.
Experience with Services, subscription, or platform business models (e.g., recurring revenue, marketplace, or digital services).
Experience with process automation or data analytics tools (e.g., SQL, Alteryx, Tableau, RPA) applied to controls or finance operations.
Prior Big 4 or public accounting experience.
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 $178,800 and $268,400, 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. Learn more about Apple Benefits
Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.
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. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant
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