# Job Title: Allocations Transformation Senior Analyst
## About the Role
The Allocations Transformation Senior Analyst will play a crucial role in advancing Alphabet’s corporate strategy by managing a portfolio that integrates core product areas with horizontal corporate functions. This position emphasizes process and system transformation rather than traditional financial planning and analysis (FP&A) roles. The selected candidate will leverage AI technologies to automate and improve complex allocation processes, providing strategic insights and acting as an advisor to executive leadership.
You will collaborate with a dynamic team while managing your transformational projects. This role is designed for finance professionals eager to broaden their expertise across domains and gain visibility into company-wide operations, thus positioning themselves for future leadership opportunities.
## Key Responsibilities
– Lead the integration of AI and machine learning tools to automate driver-based cost allocations, minimizing manual tasks and enhancing accuracy.
– Redesign allocation workflows to ensure compliance, operational efficiency, and scalability within a SAP and cloud-native environment.
– Validate that automated models accurately represent business realities and adhere to accounting governance.
– Collaborate with Corporate Accounting, Corporate Engineering, and the FP&A Hub to address complex financial challenges from a cross-domain perspective.
– Share best practices and provide training on AI-assisted analytical workflows to enhance team capabilities.
## Required Skills
– Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Statistics, or a related quantitative field, or equivalent practical experience.
– 7 years of experience in financial planning and analysis (FP&A), consulting, or a related function.
– Demonstrated experience in full-cycle FP&A functions, including budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and modeling in a multinational context.
– Strong understanding of P&L mechanics and resource allocation strategies.
– Proven ability to interact effectively with executive stakeholders in high-pressure environments.
– Proficient in AI/ML application for finance, SQL, and advanced data modeling.
## Preferred Skills
– MBA or relevant Master’s degree, or other professional qualifications.
– Experience leading large-scale process transformations in a complex multinational financial environment.
– Familiarity with integrating modern SaaS financial tools in a SAP environment.
## Cloud Platforms & Technologies
– **Cloud Providers:** SAP
– **Collaboration Tools:** AI and machine learning technologies
– **Data & Analytics:** SQL, advanced data modeling
## FinOps Responsibilities
– Automate cost allocation processes to improve financial reporting and resource allocation efficiency.
– Ensure that redesigned workflows maintain compliance with accounting and business standards.
## Benefits
– Competitive salary range: $141,000 – $205,000 (USD) plus a 15% bonus target, equity, and benefits.
– Opportunities for professional growth and leadership development.
## Useful Links
– LinkedIn: [Google on LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/google)
– Company Website: [Google Careers](https://careers.google.com)
## Why You Might Be Interested
This position offers a unique opportunity to influence financial processes and contribute to significant organizational changes within a globally recognized company. The focus on AI and machine learning allows for innovative approaches to finance, positioning the successful candidate at the forefront of strategic financial transformation.