What are the responsibilities and job description for the Finance Business Partner - USDS position at TikTok?
Responsibilities
Team Intro
We are seeking a self-motivated and action-driven Finance BP with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience to be an integral member of the TikTok US Data Security team. As a Finance BP, you will play a crucial role in driving financial planning and analysis activities, ensuring the efficient allocation of resources, and contributing to the overall success of TikTok's data security initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in planning, budgeting, forecasting, actualizing, project oversight, management reporting, contract reviews, collaboration, and business partnering.
In order to enhance collaboration and cross-functional partnerships, among other things, at this time, our organization follows a hybrid work schedule that requires employees to work in the office 3 days a week, or as directed by their manager/department. We regularly review our hybrid work model, and the specific requirements may change at any time.
Responsibilities:
Minimum Qualifications
About USDS
TikTok is the leading destination for short-form mobile video. Our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. U.S. Data Security (“USDS”) is a subsidiary of TikTok in the U.S. This new, security-first division was created to bring heightened focus and governance to our data protection policies and content assurance protocols to keep U.S. users safe. Our focus is on providing oversight and protection of the TikTok platform and U.S. user data, so millions of Americans can continue turning to TikTok to learn something new, earn a living, express themselves creatively, or be entertained. The teams within USDS that deliver on this commitment daily span across Trust & Safety, Security & Privacy, Engineering, User & Product Ops, Corporate Functions and more.
Data Security Statement
This role requires the ability to work with and support systems designed to protect sensitive data and information. As such, this role will be subject to strict national security-related screening.
Why Join Us
Inspiring creativity is at the core of TikTok's mission. Our innovative product is built to help people authentically express themselves, discover and connect – and our global, diverse teams make that possible. Together, we create value for our communities, inspire creativity and bring joy - a mission we work towards every day.
We strive to do great things with great people. We lead with curiosity, humility, and a desire to make impact in a rapidly growing tech company. Every challenge is an opportunity to learn and innovate as one team. We're resilient and embrace challenges as they come. By constantly iterating and fostering an "Always Day 1" mindset, we achieve meaningful breakthroughs for ourselves, our company, and our users. When we create and grow together, the possibilities are limitless. Join us.
Diversity & Inclusion
TikTok is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills, experiences, and unique perspectives. Our platform connects people from across the globe and so does our workplace. At TikTok, our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. To achieve that goal, we are committed to celebrating our diverse voices and to creating an environment that reflects the many communities we reach. We are passionate about this and hope you are too.
USDS Reasonable Accommodation
TikTok is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our recruitment processes for candidates with disabilities, pregnancy, sincerely held religious beliefs or other reasons protected by applicable laws. If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation, please reach out to us at https://tinyurl.com/USDS-RA
Team Intro
We are seeking a self-motivated and action-driven Finance BP with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience to be an integral member of the TikTok US Data Security team. As a Finance BP, you will play a crucial role in driving financial planning and analysis activities, ensuring the efficient allocation of resources, and contributing to the overall success of TikTok's data security initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in planning, budgeting, forecasting, actualizing, project oversight, management reporting, contract reviews, collaboration, and business partnering.
In order to enhance collaboration and cross-functional partnerships, among other things, at this time, our organization follows a hybrid work schedule that requires employees to work in the office 3 days a week, or as directed by their manager/department. We regularly review our hybrid work model, and the specific requirements may change at any time.
Responsibilities:
- Responsible for setting up and maintaining core finance infrastructure and documentation supporting the financial planning and analysis function within TikTok US Data Security division. This includes providing front line support on month end close activities (including accruals) and quarterly re-forecasts in coordination with accounting and global finance teams.
- Work cross-functionally and maintain responsibility for setting up/maintaining the finance processes by which we collate data for reporting out to business teams. Provide the finance perspective on efforts to better visualize data for various business teams as well as develop a deep understanding of our finance 'tech-stack' as a SME.
- Work with local and global finance teams on various company-wide initiatives for enhanced process efficiency as well as more accurate and timely reporting/analysis.
- Responsible for the financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes for certain business teams within the TikTok US Data Security division, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with strategic goals.
- Collaborate with local business leaders to manage and review the budget, track and approve the budget implementation, including but not limited to project, contract, purchase order, and other approvals.
- Conduct contract reviews, ensuring favorable terms and conditions that align with the organization's financial objectives and risk tolerance.
- Monitor and analyze financial performance against budgets and forecasts, providing actionable insights and recommendations to drive efficiency and optimize resource allocation.
- Oversee project financials and provide strategic guidance to ensure projects are executed within budget and financial goals are met.
- Deliver management reporting and utilize visualization tools, providing accurate and timely financial and operational insights to key stakeholders.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field
- 2 years of financial planning and analysis or equivalent experience in advisory, with a focus on technology, or related industries.
- Proficiency in analyzing and interpreting large datasets to drive actionable insights.
- Team Player: Ability to collaborate effectively in a cross-functional team environment, with a proactive and solution-oriented mindset.
- Adaptability: Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, quickly adapt to changes, and handle multiple priorities simultaneously.
- 3 years of progressive finance, financial management, and budgeting experience with a deep understanding of accounting processes
- Experience in contract review, with the ability to assess financial implications and risks.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, capable of effectively presenting complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
- Strong ethical standards and commitment to maintaining data security and privacy.
About USDS
TikTok is the leading destination for short-form mobile video. Our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. U.S. Data Security (“USDS”) is a subsidiary of TikTok in the U.S. This new, security-first division was created to bring heightened focus and governance to our data protection policies and content assurance protocols to keep U.S. users safe. Our focus is on providing oversight and protection of the TikTok platform and U.S. user data, so millions of Americans can continue turning to TikTok to learn something new, earn a living, express themselves creatively, or be entertained. The teams within USDS that deliver on this commitment daily span across Trust & Safety, Security & Privacy, Engineering, User & Product Ops, Corporate Functions and more.
Data Security Statement
This role requires the ability to work with and support systems designed to protect sensitive data and information. As such, this role will be subject to strict national security-related screening.
Why Join Us
Inspiring creativity is at the core of TikTok's mission. Our innovative product is built to help people authentically express themselves, discover and connect – and our global, diverse teams make that possible. Together, we create value for our communities, inspire creativity and bring joy - a mission we work towards every day.
We strive to do great things with great people. We lead with curiosity, humility, and a desire to make impact in a rapidly growing tech company. Every challenge is an opportunity to learn and innovate as one team. We're resilient and embrace challenges as they come. By constantly iterating and fostering an "Always Day 1" mindset, we achieve meaningful breakthroughs for ourselves, our company, and our users. When we create and grow together, the possibilities are limitless. Join us.
Diversity & Inclusion
TikTok is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills, experiences, and unique perspectives. Our platform connects people from across the globe and so does our workplace. At TikTok, our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. To achieve that goal, we are committed to celebrating our diverse voices and to creating an environment that reflects the many communities we reach. We are passionate about this and hope you are too.
USDS Reasonable Accommodation
TikTok is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our recruitment processes for candidates with disabilities, pregnancy, sincerely held religious beliefs or other reasons protected by applicable laws. If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation, please reach out to us at https://tinyurl.com/USDS-RA
Salary : $96,000 - $168,888
