Group Manager, Mergers & Acquisitions Finance

Microsoft; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 106,400 - 203,600; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Redmond is looking for a Group Manager to lead Mergers & Acquisitions Finance. This role requires strong project management, stakeholder engagement, and financial analysis expertise to ensure seamless integration during acquisitions. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and extensive experience in corporate finance, M&A operations, and team leadership. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in project management, finance, and analysis.
• 8+ years of relevant experience in business operations or relationship management.
• Proven experience in cross-functional team support.

Responsibilities

• Drive execution of Finance workstreams for M&A and divestitures.
• Engage with finance and compliance leaders to address integration strategies.
• Support financial planning and analysis for M&A transactions.

Skills

Project management

Business operations

Financial analysis

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Management, Human Resources, or Business

Job description

Overview

Group Manager, Mergers & Acquisitions Finance - Microsoft. The Microsoft Acquisition and Venture Success (MAVS) Finance & Compliance Integration Management group is responsible for building, evolving, and managing the acquisition and divestiture success process across Finance and Compliance functions. The Group Manager MAVS Finance will lead cross-functional teams responsible for financial integration across Microsoft’s acquisition and divestiture deal portfolio. This role requires experience in corporate finance, M&A operations, and stakeholder management, with a focus on driving scalable solutions and delivering business outcomes aligned with Microsoft’s strategic priorities.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to build relationships across every facet of Finance and Compliance, connect to business goals to realize the value of acquisitions or divestitures, and drive improvements in operational excellence through integration success.

Responsibilities

• Drive the execution of key Finance workstreams for mergers and acquisitions (M&A) and divestitures across Microsoft by providing project management, communications, data and financial analysis, and prioritization for integration teams; update integration planning approaches to minimize business impact.
• Engage with Microsoft and acquired companies' finance and compliance leaders to drive planning and address financial topics within the context of the overall integration strategy.
• Support financial planning and analysis for M&A transactions, including valuation, integration modeling, and post-close performance tracking.
• Partner with Corporate Development, Human Resources, Legal, and Engineering to align financial strategy with broader deal execution.
• Develop and implement scalable financial processes and tools to support the acquisition lifecycle management.

Qualifications

Required/minimum qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Management, Human Resources, or Business and 5+ years of experience in project management, business operations, finance and analysis, strategic or relationship management role OR equivalent experience.
• 8+ years of experience in project management, business operations, finance compliance and analysis, strategic or relationship management role.
• Proven experience supporting cross-functional teams and complex projects.
• Proven analytical skills with proficiency in financial modeling.

Additional or Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business with 7+ years of experience in project management, business operations, finance and analysis, strategic or relationship management role, or mergers and acquisitions OR equivalent experience.
• Direct or related mergers and acquisitions experience.
• Certified Public Accounting (CPA).

Pay and Benefits

Merger & Acquisition Integration IC4 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $106,400 - $203,600 per year. There is a different range for specific work locations (San Francisco Bay Area and New York City metropolitan area): USD $137,600 - $222,600 per year. Some roles may be eligible for additional benefits and compensation. For more information see the Microsoft corporate pay page.

Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. Reasonable accommodations are available during the application process.

Employment Details

• Seniority level: Not Applicable
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Business Development and Sales
• Industries: Software Development