Western Digital Technologies

Director, Finance

Western Digital Technologies • $160K — $200K *
San Jose, CA 95123In-Person
Finance & Insurance
8 - 10 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in finance or accounting; MBA, CFA, or equivalent advanced qualification preferred.
  • 10+ years of progressive Finance/FP&A experience, particularly in R&D or technology sectors.
  • Strong skills in spend management, workforce planning, and financial modeling.
  • High business acumen with analytical and process-improvement abilities.
  • Exceptional communication and influencing skills with executive presence.
  • Ability to manage priorities in a fast-paced environment with a proactive approach.
  • Strong people leadership and stakeholder management abilities.
  • Advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint, knowledgeable in BI/data analytics tools.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as the primary finance partner for Product & Engineering budget management.
  • Translate business strategies into financial plans in collaboration with Product executives.
  • Manage a team of 5 financial analysts to deliver function support.
  • Oversee headcount planning, non-labor forecasts, and capex reporting.
  • Develop executive-level reports on R&D spending, trends, and risks.
  • Lead monthly review meetings with high-level R&D staff.
  • Review and approve month-end journal entries related to service POs.
  • Collaborate with business operations teams to understand program forecasts.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package including paid vacation and sick leave.
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
  • Life, accident, and disability insurance included.
  • Access to tuition reimbursement and employee assistance programs.
  • Flexible spending accounts and health savings accounts available.
  • Participation in the employee stock purchase plan.
  • Employee stock options and long-term incentive programs may be available.
Full Job Description
Job Description

The Director of Finance will serve as the primary finance lead supporting the Product & Engineering organization. This role is responsible for end-to-end budget planning and analysis, working with senior business partners to enable informed, timely decision-making.

As the key finance partner to Product & Engineering organization, this leader will collaborate closely with leadership of R&D, Product Management, and Corporate Finance to proactively drive operational excellence for OpEx, CapEx, and Headcount planning.

Essential duties and responsibilities:
  • Serve as the primary finance partner for Product & Engineering budget management.
  • Partner closely with Product group executives to translate business and product strategies into financial plans.
  • Manage team of 5 financial analysts to support respective functions.
  • Responsible for overall headcount planning, non-labor forecasting, and capital expenditure reporting.
  • Develop concise, executive-level reporting on R&D spend, trends, risks, opportunities.
  • Lead monthly review meetings with VP and SVP level staff of R&D orgs.
  • Review and approve month-end journal entries related to service POs.
  • Partner with business operations teams to understand program level forecasts.


Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in finance or accounting; MBA, CFA, or equivalent advanced qualification preferred.
  • 10+ years of progressive Finance/FP&A experience, with significant experience supporting R&D, Product, Engineering or technology organizations.
  • Strong experience in spend management, workforce planning, forecasting, AOP/LRP, and financial modeling.
  • High level of business acumen with strong analytical and process-improvement capabilities.
  • Exceptional communication, executive presence, influencing, and storytelling skills.
  • Ability to anticipate needs, prioritize effectively, and operate in a fast-moving environment.
  • Strong people leadership and stakeholder-management capabilities.
  • Advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint, with experience using BI/data analytics tools.


Compensation & Benefits Details
  • An employee's pay position within the salary range may be based on several factors including but not limited to (1) relevant education; qualifications; certifications; and experience; (2) skills, ability, knowledge of the job; (3) performance, contribution and results; (4) geographic location; (5) shift; (6) internal and external equity; and (7) business and organizational needs.
  • The salary range is what we believe to be the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and this range is only applicable for jobs to be performed in California, Colorado, New York or remote jobs that can be performed in California, Colorado and New York. This range may be modified in the future.
  • If your position is non-exempt, you are eligible for overtime pay pursuant to company policy and applicable laws. You may also be eligible for shift differential pay, depending on the shift to which you are assigned.
  • You will be eligible to be considered for bonuses under either WD's Short Term Incentive Plan ("STI Plan") or the Sales Incentive Plan ("SIP") which provides incentive awards based on Company and individual performance, depending on your role and your performance. You may be eligible to participate in our annual Long-Term Incentive (LTI) program, which consists of restricted stock units (RSUs) or cash equivalents, pursuant to the terms of the LTI plan. Please note that not all roles are eligible to participate in the LTI program, and not all roles are eligible for equity under the LTI plan. RSU awards are also available to eligible new hires, subject to WD's Standard Terms and Conditions for Restricted Stock Unit Awards.
  • We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid vacation time; paid sick leave; medical/dental/vision insurance; life, accident and disability insurance; tax-advantaged flexible spending and health savings accounts; employee assistance program; other voluntary benefit programs such as supplemental life and AD&D, legal plan, pet insurance, critical illness, accident and hospital indemnity; tuition reimbursement; transit; the Applause Program; employee stock purchase plan; and the WD Savings 401(k) Plan.
  • Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company's sole discretion, consistent with the law.

About Western Digital Technologies

Western Technology Investment is a venture capital firm that specializes in offering acquisition financing to revenue-generating firms. The firm provides debt and lease financing to venture capital backed technology companies.

Western Digital Technologies Careers

Join the innovative world of Western Digital Technologies, a leader in data storage solutions, where we are committed to empowering our global team of professionals. This is an unparalleled opportunity to advance your career with a company at the forefront of technological innovation and digital storage.

Work You’ll Do

At Western Digital Technologies, you will be part of a dynamic team that drives data innovation across various industries. Our commitment to excellence and leadership in the technology sector provides a unique platform for professionals to influence the future of digital storage and management solutions.

Explore Job Opportunities and Growth

Western Digital Technologies offers a variety of job opportunities that cater to a range of skills and experiences. Whether you’re looking for an entry-level position or a more senior role, our company is eager to support your professional growth through challenging projects and continuous learning opportunities.

Internship Programs

Kickstart your career with Western Digital Technologies through our internship programs. These positions are designed to give you hands-on experience and insights into our day-to-day operations, preparing you for a full-time role in our company. Interns at Western Digital Technologies gain invaluable industry knowledge, networking opportunities, and professional skills under the guidance of experienced mentors.

Benefits and Culture

We pride ourselves on a culture that fosters diversity, innovation, and leadership. Western Digital Technologies is dedicated to providing employees with a supportive work environment where everyone is encouraged to be their best. Our benefits package is comprehensive, including health, dental, and vision insurance, employee wellness programs, and significant career development opportunities.

Join Our Team

We are continuously hiring creative, curious, and motivated individuals who are ready to drive innovation in the technology space. Explore open positions that match your skills and interests on our careers page. At Western Digital Technologies, we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Professional Development and Training

Advance your career with Western Digital Technologies through our professional development programs. We offer a range of training and development options, including leadership training, skills enhancement workshops, and diversity training sessions to help you grow as a leader and innovator in our industry.

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Learn more about Western Digital Technologies
Size
65,600 employees
Market Cap
$9.9 billion
Industry
Enterprise Technology
Net Income
$167 million
Founded
1970
5 Year Trend
-0.3%
Revenue
$16.3 billion
NASDAQ
WDC
* Ladders Estimates

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