Cisco Finance Controller 

United States, North Carolina, Cary 

906230331

As a Finance Controller supporting the IT organization, you will play a critical role in shaping financial outcomes and enabling informed decision-making. Your expertise will help drive operational efficiency, strategic investment, and long-term growth.

Strategic Financial Leadership

• Develop and execute financial strategies aligned with organizational goals and IT priorities.
• Deliver forward-looking financial analysis, forecasts, and recommendations to support executive decision-making.
• Translate complex financial data into actionable insights to influence strategy, prioritization, and resource allocation.

• Partner with senior IT and cross-functional leaders (including Digital Workplace, Data & Analytics, and CETO) to drive alignment and support critical initiatives.
• Communicate financial information to non-financial partners in a clear, concise, and compelling manner.
• Act as an embedded member of the IT leadership team, proactively identifying risks, opportunities, and value-creation levers.

• Lead month-end and quarter-end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Own Opex and headcount planning, forecasting, and analysis, including PO management and accruals.
• Partner closely with Accounting on capitalized costs, payroll allocations, and amortization to ensure financial accuracy.

• Ensure adherence to internal controls, company policies, and external regulatory requirements.
• Drive compliance reviews and support audits to mitigate risk and maintain financial integrity.
• Monitor and improve internal processes to safeguard assets and strengthen operational resilience.

• Inspire, develop, and lead a high-performing finance team, promoting a culture of collaboration, accountability, and growth.
• Provide mentorship and professional development to elevate team capabilities and ensure readiness for future challenges.

• Identify and implement best practices and automation opportunities to improve financial processes and reporting accuracy.
• Leverage tools such as Oracle, Hyperion, SAP, FinBI/FinBO, and other digital solutions to drive data-driven decision-making.
• Challenge the status quo and champion initiatives that increase efficiency, agility, and business impact.

• Navigate organizational change—including restructures, acquisitions, or new system implementations—while maintaining financial field.
• Lead change management efforts and ensure smooth transitions with minimal business disruption.

• 7+ years of progressive experience in finance, FP&A, or controllership roles
• Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills
• Experience with Oracle, Hyperion, SAP, FinBI/FinBO, and related financial tools
• Proven track record of Opex and headcount management
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field (MBA or CPA a plus)

• Strong business acumen and interpersonal skills
• Proven ability to influence across levels and functions
• PO management and accrual accounting experience