Senior Finance Manager Interview Preparation Guide - Microsoft
Finance Manager
Microsoft
Senior
6 rounds
Updated 2/22/2026
Microsoft's interview process for senior-level finance management roles typically follows a structured multi-stage approach beginning with recruiter engagement, followed by phone screening rounds assessing financial acumen and behavioral competencies, and culminating in onsite rounds evaluating strategic financial thinking, leadership capability, technical finance knowledge, and cultural alignment. The process emphasizes both technical financial expertise and demonstrated ability to drive organizational outcomes through financial leadership.
Interview Rounds
1
Recruiter Screening
30 min3 focus topicsbehavioral
2
Financial Analysis and Acumen Phone Screen
45 min6 focus topicstechnical
3
Behavioral and Leadership Phone Screen
45 min5 focus topicsbehavioral
4
Onsite Round 1 - Financial Strategy and Business Acumen
60 min4 focus topicstechnical
5
Onsite Round 2 - Operational Finance and Process Excellence
60 min4 focus topicstechnical
6
Onsite Round 3 - Stakeholder Management and Organizational Influence
60 min4 focus topicsbehavioral