Financial Analysis III

Applied Materials•Santa Clara, CA

About The Position

Completes detailed analysis and commentary for finance and non-finance executives, demonstrating strong analytical rigor and ability to synthesize complex data. Performs required activities and analysis to complete close, flash or commit with minimal oversight on recurring tasks, ensuring accuracy and timeliness Interacts and presents analytical findings to various stakeholders. At times, may act as a direct business partner with non-finance mgmt. Key participant or lead for system integration or process improvement initiatives Support Annual budgeting, forecasting and long-term planning process. Develop financial models to support business decisions. Provide variance analysis, identifying key drivers of financial performance and making recommendations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather and validate financial data, ensuring accuracy and completeness. Business partner with operational business leaders to provide financial insights and support strategic initiatives. Highlight risks and opportunities at planning cycles. Be and advisor to drive operational efficiency and cost optimization and effectiveness. Monitor Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and track financial performance against targets, ensuring alignment with business objectives. Conduct ad-hoc analysis to support business needs such as investment needs or competitive benchmarking. Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency of FP&A function. Develop and maintain financial reporting tools and systems ensuring data integrity and accessibility. Demonstrates strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills to drive business outcomes and influence decision-making. Exhibits leadership qualities by taking ownership of initiatives and driving them to successful completion.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, Business or related field
Several years of experience in Financial Planning and Analysis, preferably in High Tech
Advanced proficiency in financial modeling, Excel and financial software (e.g. Tableau, SAP, Oracle, Anaplan or similar)
Ability to manage multiple priorities in fast paced environment, with minimal supervision
Excellent communication skills and the ability to present complex financial information clearly and concisely
Strong business acumen combined with a proactive, self-starter attitude to lead initiatives and deliver measurable impact

Nice To Haves

MBA degree Preferred

Responsibilities

Completes detailed analysis and commentary for finance and non-finance executives
Performs required activities and analysis to complete close, flash or commit with minimal oversight on recurring tasks
Interacts and presents analytical findings to various stakeholders
Acts as a direct business partner with non-finance mgmt
Leads system integration or process improvement initiatives
Supports Annual budgeting, forecasting and long-term planning process
Develop financial models to support business decisions
Provide variance analysis, identifying key drivers of financial performance and making recommendations
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather and validate financial data
Business partner with operational business leaders to provide financial insights and support strategic initiatives
Highlight risks and opportunities at planning cycles
Advisor to drive operational efficiency and cost optimization and effectiveness
Monitor Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and track financial performance against targets
Conduct ad-hoc analysis to support business needs such as investment needs or competitive benchmarking
Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency of FP&A function
Develop and maintain financial reporting tools and systems ensuring data integrity and accessibility
Demonstrates strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills to drive business outcomes and influence decision-making
Exhibits leadership qualities by taking ownership of initiatives and driving them to successful completion