Financial Analyst – Costing/Gross Margin (World Wide Operations) - (B3)

Applied Materials • Austin, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Applied Materials is the global leader in materials science and engineering solutions that are at the foundation of virtually every new semiconductor chip and advanced display in the world. The equipment that we create and service is essential to advancing AI and accelerating the commercialization of next-generation semiconductor chips. Join us and push the boundaries of materials science and engineering in a company at the foundation of the electronics industry. The work we do together advances the world’s technology.

Applied Materials, Inc. is the leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. Our expertise in modifying materials at atomic levels and on an industrial scale enables customers to transform possibilities into reality. At Applied Materials, our innovations make possible the technology shaping the future. We are actively recruiting for an experienced Financial Analyst to join our world-class finance team. This role under World-Wide Operations Costing/Gross Margin will support financial and planning activities, including actual reporting, forecasting, and business analysis activities for a Semiconductor Business Group. The person coming into this role will partner with the business segments to enable actionable analytics and reporting. The ideal candidate needs to be comfortable with working on End of Quarter Close requirements, enhancing financial reporting capabilities, and forecast deliverables related to regular business cycles.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree (Finance, Accounting, or Business-related degree preferred)
• 3-5 years of experience in Finance/Accounting for a reputable firm
• Strong analytical & financial modeling skills
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to think clearly and work effectively with cross-functional teams
• Curiosity to learn the business & improve upon existing processes
• Must be proactive, possess solid financial analytic skills, communication skills, and be self-directed
• Must work effectively with all levels of management and with various functions (finance, operations, manufacturing) in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with multiple and often changing priorities.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in new business intelligence technologies, tools & concepts such as SAP S4 Hana, Hadoop, Tableau, Machine Learning a strong plus

Responsibilities

• Performs analysis on built material costs to ensure correct tool valuation compared to Bill of Materials & reconciles weekly
• Analyzes Production Order Material Variances & communicates with Operations to resolve issues identified during variance analysis
• Provides support to World-Wide Operations teams to resolve systemic issues related to Finance attributes which prevent transactions from processing
• Completes detailed requirements for monthly / quarterly close processes including Work In Progress, Finished Goods, Deferred and Eval Inventory
• Performs Financial Modeling and Analysis to support Gross Margin reporting for finance executives
• Leads Aged WIP Inventory Reviews & Provides reserve analysis
• Leads Balance Sheet Review Meetings with Finance Controllers
• Interacts as a direct business partner with business unit executives, delivering analysis and recommendations to guide operational and financial decisions
• Works closely with internal auditors to address SOX requirements

Benefits

• supportive work culture that encourages you to learn, develop, and grow your career
• comprehensive benefits package
• participation in a bonus and a stock award program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level