Manager, Portfolio & Program Management Office (PMO), Finance Transformation

Role Number: 200670362Team: Corporate FunctionsLocation: CupertinoWeekly Hours: 40Posted: 2026-07-20SummaryApple is a place where extraordinary people gather to do their best work. Together we create products and experiences people once couldn't have imagined — and now can't imagine living without.The Finance Transformation team is shaping the future of Finance from modernizing our systems, implementing innovative AI solutions, and up-skilling the workforce. We are looking for a Program Management Office (PMO) Manager who will serve as the operational backbone of our transformation portfolio by bringing structure, rigor, and strategic clarity to a highly visible program in Apple Finance.DescriptionAs Finance Transformation accelerates across AI adoption, systems modernization, and process redesign, this role is critical to ensuring the portfolio operates as a cohesive, well-governed program rather than a collection of independent work-streams. The ideal candidate is a self-starting manager with deep operational discipline and strong executive presence. Given the global nature of Apple's organization, this role will require flexibility to collaborate across multiple time zones, with occasional evening and weekend availability during critical program milestones.Minimum Qualifications10+years of program and project management experience supporting complex, cross-functional initiatives, with direct experience in Finance programs, Finance PMO, or Strategic Finance environments.5+ years of experience managing and developing a team of project managers and a mix of other staff.Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Operations, or a related field.Preferred QualificationsProven ability to operate as both a people manager and an individual contributor simultaneously — leading a team while directly owning high-priority programs.Strong track record of establishing clear PM expectations and holding teams accountable to fundamentals: meeting preparation, documentation, follow-through, and stakeholder communication.Experience managing complex, multi-workstream portfolios with numerous interdependencies, senior stakeholders, and high organizational visibility.Exceptional executive communication skills (written and verbal) with a proven ability to craft highly polished, executive-grade presentations and communicate with clarity across all levels of an organization.Strong command of project and portfolio management tools (e.g., Clarity, Wrike)Methodologies & Frameworks: Deep practical command of project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, hybrid), portfolio governance best practices, and structured problem-solving frameworks.Domain Expertise: Familiarity with finance transformation, including the intersection of AI-driven automation, and/or ERP modernization.Software Planning: Experience supporting technology intake processes, software demand planning, and off-cycle investment decisions in partnership with Finance and IT stakeholders.AI Integration: Experience incorporating AI tools and capabilities into project and program management practices — including leveraging AI for planning, reporting, risk identification, or workflow automation.Project Management Professional (PMP), Program Management Professional (PgMP), SAFe Agilist, or equivalent certification.MBA or equivalent advanced degree.Pay & BenefitsAt 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 $186,200 and $280,300, 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 BenefitsNote: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.EEO StatementApple 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 applicantAccessibilityAt 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 workplaceLearn about reasonable accommodations for job applicantsApplication DeadlineApple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.