Finance Manager - Hardware Consolidations

OpenaiOpenai·Remote(San Francisco)
Finance
Excel

WFA Digital Insight

The demand for skilled finance professionals in the tech industry has seen a significant surge, with over 25% of companies looking to expand their financial teams. As a Finance Manager at Openai, you'll be at the forefront of managing consolidated financial reporting and forecasting for their hardware organizations. With the company's strong focus on innovation and growth, this role is perfect for those who thrive in a fast-paced environment. Before applying, candidates should be aware of the company's hybrid work model and the need for excellent communication skills to succeed in this position.

Job Description

About the Role

The Finance Manager will be responsible for managing the consolidated financial reporting and forecasting for Openai's hardware organizations. This includes overseeing the monthly close, forecasting, reforecasting, and variance analysis to ensure consistency and accountability across teams. The successful candidate will have a strong background in finance, with experience in managing complex financial systems and processes.

The role is based in San Francisco and will require the ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment, with a strong focus on collaboration and communication. As a key finance partner to the hardware finance leads, central FP&A, and accounting teams, the Finance Manager will need to have excellent stakeholder management skills and the ability to build strong relationships with cross-functional teams.

As a member of the Strategic Finance team, the Finance Manager will be responsible for providing financial insights and guidance to support the organization's long-term goals and strategies. This will involve working closely with the leadership team to ensure that financial decisions are informed by accurate and timely data.

What You Will Do

  • Own end-to-end consolidated financial reporting for all hardware organizations, delivering a single, integrated P&L view across R&D, Product, COGS, and OpEx
  • Establish and run the hardware financial operating cadence, including monthly close, forecasting, reforecasting, and variance analysis
  • Serve as a key finance partner to Hardware Finance leads, central FP&A, and Accounting, aligning bottoms-up plans with accounting actuals and enterprise reporting requirements
  • Build and maintain consolidated forecasting and reporting models that roll up inputs from Product Finance, COGS / Supply Chain, and R&D into a cohesive, driver-based financial view
  • Design, implement, and manage hardware financial systems, tools, and processes, driving standardization, automation, and scalability while reducing manual effort and reconciliation risk
  • Own the hardware chart of accounts and financial structures, ensuring clarity of ownership, consistent definitions, and compatibility with accounting and enterprise systems
  • Provide executive-ready financial insights, including variance explanations, trend analysis, and forward-looking risk and opportunity signals for hardware leadership
  • Establish data governance and quality controls, defining standards, validation checks, and review processes to ensure financial outputs are trusted, repeatable, and auditable
  • Support portfolio-level decision-making by enabling consistent comparisons across hardware programs and organizations, improving transparency and alignment in resource allocation discussions
  • Contribute to the development and scaling of the hardware finance infrastructure, evolving systems, reporting, and processes to support continued growth without adding friction

What We Are Looking For

  • 8+ years of progressive finance experience with significant exposure to hardware, manufacturing, or complex supply chain businesses
  • A passion for helping build world-class finance teams and driving business and financial outcomes, as measured on margin improvement, working capital efficiency, forecast accuracy, and execution of cost-reduction initiatives
  • A strong ability to critically evaluate opportunities and risks
  • Expert modeling skills with best-in-class attention to detail and unwavering commitment to accuracy
  • Exemplary ability to distill complex financial information into actionable insights
  • Excellent communication skills and “story telling” ability when presenting data insights
  • Strong enthusiasm for building and maintaining financial systems, tools, and processes
  • Experience with financial planning and analysis, budgeting, and forecasting
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think strategically and tactically

Nice to Have

  • Experience with hardware finance, accounting, and financial reporting
  • Knowledge of financial systems, tools, and processes, such as ERP, planning, and reporting software
  • Certification in finance, accounting, or a related field, such as CPA or CMA
  • Experience working in a hybrid environment, with a strong focus on collaboration and communication

Benefits and Perks

  • Competitive salary and benefits package
  • Opportunity to work with a leading tech company, shaping the future of finance and technology
  • Collaborative and dynamic work environment, with a strong focus on innovation and growth
  • Professional development opportunities, including training and education programs
  • Flexible work arrangements, including remote work options and a hybrid work model
  • Access to cutting-edge technology and tools, including financial systems and software
  • Recognition and rewards for outstanding performance, including bonuses and promotions
  • Comprehensive health and wellness programs, including medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Retirement savings plan, including a 401(k) or similar program
  • Paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays
  • Employee assistance programs, including mental health support and counseling services

How to Stand Out

  • Develop a strong understanding of financial planning and analysis, budgeting, and forecasting to succeed in this role.
  • Highlight your experience with financial systems, tools, and processes, such as ERP, planning, and reporting software.
  • Showcase your ability to distill complex financial information into actionable insights, using clear and concise language.
  • Demonstrate your enthusiasm for building and maintaining financial systems, tools, and processes, and your ability to think strategically and tactically.
  • Prepare to discuss your experience with hardware finance, accounting, and financial reporting, and how you can apply your skills and knowledge to this role.
  • Be ready to provide specific examples of your accomplishments and experiences, and how they relate to the responsibilities and requirements of the position.

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