Finance Analyst, Hardware Engineering

Finance Analyst, Hardware Engineering

Imagine what you could do here. At Apple, new ideas have a way of becoming extraordinary products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Bring passion and dedication to your job and there's no telling what you could accomplish. If you love thinking analytically and are passionate about using your financial knowledge to navigate challenges, we'd love to hear from you! Just as our customers find value in Apple products, the Finance group finds value for both Apple and its shareholders. You and your team will support Apple's growth, both top and bottom line, by applying the same level of innovation toward financial matters as we do toward our products and services. You'll also collaborate with Apple teams across the world to drive informed decisions and execute strategies. Finance upholds our global commitment to excellence, and it is directly responsible for shaping the company's future.

Apple is seeking a highly motivated and experienced finance professional to join the Engineering Finance team directly supporting the Hardware Engineering (HWE) organization. You will be working directly with both HWE management, their teams, and many cross-functional orgs (Procurement, Capex, Logistics, GBS/P2P, Accounting, Product Marketing/Sales) to support all Finance functions. We are a niche group and foster exposure to a broad set of Finance skills and concepts (Forecast/Close/Accruals, Program Management, Materials Procurement, Capex, etc). Impact makers welcome.

Responsibilities:

• Own the end to end process for Monthly Forecast, Quarter Close, and Annual Fiscal Year plan for LOB / HWE Orgs
• Provide variance analysis and business insight for both Finance and Engineering Leadership enabling decisions on program execution
• Prepare journal entries and quarter close accruals, ensuring adherence to SOX requirements
• Support monthly/quarterly business review presentations with Engineering Leadership providing financial insight that is tailored to the audience understanding the complexities of new product development
• Create partnerships with HWE teams and cross functional orgs to ensure the broad scope of needs are promptly addressed ensuring development timelines are not impacted; integrate into our business partners process
• Support long range P&L exercises modeling spend that is the baseline for contribution margin analysis
• Proactively assess processes, develop solutions to improve (efficiency/accuracy), and implement changes
• Work with dedicated Tools team to enhance current systems and develop new systems that are scalable across Apple using AI/ML and other resources

Minimum Qualifications:

• 5+ years of Finance or Business experience in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment; forecasting and/or accounting experience strongly preferred
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or other quantitative field

Preferred Qualifications:

• 6+ years of experience, preferably in Ops / R&D Finance, Procurement, FP&A
• Experience working with Hardware development and production
• Experience building or improving reporting infrastructure, dashboards, or automated workflows (e.g., Python, Tableau, SQL, Claude code or similar)
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, evolving environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to craft and present materials to senior leadership
• Proven track record of taking initiative, following through, and delivering results with a positive, collaborative approach
• Ability to Influence without authority

Pay & Benefits:

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 $137,900 and $207,300, 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 At Apple, we believe accessibility is a fundamental human right. You'll find that idea reflected in everything here — in our culture, our benefits and our digital tools. By welcoming as many perspectives as possible, we help you build a career where you feel like you belong. Learn about accessibility in Apple's workplace Learn about reasonable accommodations for job applicants Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.