Financial Analyst, Retail FP&A

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 joband there's no telling what you could accomplish.Do you love thinking analytically? Are you passionate about using your knowledge tonavigate complex finance challenges? Just as our customers find value in Apple products, theFinance group finds value for both Apple and its shareholders. As part of this group, you'llplay an integral role in ensuring our day-to-day financial health. You and your team willsupport Apple's growth, both top and bottom line, by applying the same level of innovationtoward financial matters as we do toward our products and services. You'll also collaboratewith Apple teams across the world to develop more effective investment strategies and riskmanagement. Finance is essential to upholding our global commitment to excellence, and it isdirectly responsible for shaping the company's future. Join us, and you'll have a meaningfulrole in continuing Apple's legacy of efficiency and success.Apple is seeking a Financial Analyst to join the Retail Finance team supporting worldwideFinancial Planning and Analysis. The Retail FP&A team serves as the hub for financial dataand insights within Apple Retail, partnering closely with leadership to drive the businessforward. In this role, you'll drive transformation initiatives across the team, leveraging AItools to modernize how we forecast, plan, and report on Retail’s OpEx spend. You’ll also owncritical processes including Total Retail capex consolidation and Global Retail Support (GRS)analytics. Description This role will initially focus on driving transformation work within Retail FP&A, leveragingAI and other tools to significantly reduce manual works streams and drive efficiencies withinthe team, subsequently partnering with other finance teams to identify areas of opportunityacross the org where standardization and automation can drive further efficiencies. The rolewould also own two critical processes: consolidation and reporting of Total Retail CapEx andanalytics and reporting for the Global Retail Support (GRS) entity, which covers corporateheadcount and contractors. This person will build and maintain strong relationships withbusiness partners and establish a reliable process and cadence for capex reporting. They willalso serve as a key point of contact for GRS headcount-related questions from the business.Additionally, this role will support the broader Retail FP&A team with forecast and closedeliverables. Responsibilities Drive transformation initiatives within Retail FP&A, leveraging AI tools to eliminate manual work, streamline deliverables, and improve efficiency; partner with other Retail Finance teams on opex to identify common areas of opportunity and drive alignment on process improvement work Own end-to-end consolidation and reporting of Total Retail CapEx, including developing and maintaining a scalable process and cadence with business partners Own analytics and reporting for the Global Retail Support (GRS) entity, covering corporate headcount and contractors; partner closely with finance teams to understand headcount trends and serve as a point of contact for business headcount questions Drive ad hoc financial analysis and projects in support of current and future business goals, actuals and forecast processes, and broader Apple Retail initiatives Support the Retail FP&A team with forecast and close deliverables Minimum Qualifications 2+ years of experience in finance, financial planning and analysis, or a related field Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience Preferred Qualifications Big picture thinking with inherent curiosity to connect dots, understand all facets of Apple / Apple Retail, and drive decision making Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with flawless attention to detail and the ability to quickly learn and apply new concepts Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to clearly articulate results and increase alignment Ability to partner cross-functionally at all levels of the organization Proven experience developing and improving processes, with desire to drive continuous improvement Strong prioritization skills; able to navigate ambiguity, independently manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, quickly changing environment Proficiency with Excel and Keynote required; experience with Adaptive Insights, Tableau, and SQL strongly preferred Experience leveraging AI tools to transform processes and drive efficiencies in an organization Base pay range for this role is between $114,900 and $172,700. 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. Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. 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