Financial Reporting & Policy Manager IV - (B4)

Applied Materials • Santa Clara, CA

13d • Onsite

About The Position

Applied Materials is a global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. We design, build and service cutting-edge equipment that helps our customers manufacture display and semiconductor chips – the brains of devices we use every day. As the foundation of the global electronics industry, Applied enables the exciting technologies that literally connect our world – like AI and IoT. If you want to push the boundaries of materials science and engineering to create next generation technology, join us to deliver material innovation that changes the world.

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Drive finance policy development, simplification, and governance, including drafting, updating, and maintaining corporate policies, and ensuring alignment with evolving business requirements and regulatory guidance. Serve as a primary point of contact for policy interpretation, advising global stakeholders on accounting treatment, evaluating exceptions, and ensuring consistent application of global finance policies. Independently perform technical accounting assessments for complex or non-routine transactions (excluding revenue), including preparation of accounting memoranda and clear documentation of conclusions under US GAAP. Execute key close oversight activities, including: Quarterly financial statements review and flux analysis. Review of journals and reconciliation quality, including escalation, as needed. Leverage data and analytics tools to proactively identify high-risk transactions; synthesize findings into actionable insights. Update executive-level deliverables for senior leadership and governance forums. Support strategic initiatives, such as acquisitions integration, policy impact assessments, and enterprise-wide accounting improvements. Contribute to SOX compliance, including walkthrough support, assessment reviews, and complete and timely documentation. Drive continuous improvement and capability building, including enhancing processes, strengthening internal controls, and developing/updating finance training materials.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field
• 4–6 years of progressive experience in accounting or finance; Big 4 / national CPA firm experience preferred
• Strong technical accounting expertise in US GAAP, with demonstrated ability to independently evaluate complex transactions and articulate well-reasoned conclusions
• SAP (ECC/S4 Hana), MS CoPilot, Tableau, and/or Databricks experience a plus
• Experience supporting monthly/quarterly close processes, balance sheet analytics, and audit interactions (internal and external)
• Proven ability to influence and collaborate cross-functionally, including with Corporate Accounting, Internal Audit, Legal, and global finance teams
• Strong written communication skills, including experience preparing technical accounting memos, policy documentation, and executive-level presentations
• Advanced analytical capabilities, including proficiency in Excel and experience with data analytics tools
• Demonstrated ability to operate with a high degree of ownership, manage competing priorities, and deliver high-quality results in a fast-paced environment
• Sound professional judgment, attention to detail, and commitment to continuous improvement

Nice To Haves

• Big 4 / national CPA firm experience preferred
• SAP (ECC/S4 Hana), MS CoPilot, Tableau, and/or Databricks experience a plus

Responsibilities

• Drive finance policy development, simplification, and governance, including drafting, updating, and maintaining corporate policies, and ensuring alignment with evolving business requirements and regulatory guidance
• Serve as a primary point of contact for policy interpretation, advising global stakeholders on accounting treatment, evaluating exceptions, and ensuring consistent application of global finance policies
• Independently perform technical accounting assessments for complex or non-routine transactions (excluding revenue), including preparation of accounting memoranda and clear documentation of conclusions under US GAAP
• Execute key close oversight activities, including: Quarterly financial statements review and flux analysis
• Review of journals and reconciliation quality, including escalation, as needed
• Leverage data and analytics tools to proactively identify high-risk transactions; synthesize findings into actionable insights
• Update executive-level deliverables for senior leadership and governance forums
• Support strategic initiatives, such as acquisitions integration, policy impact assessments, and enterprise-wide accounting improvements
• Contribute to SOX compliance, including walkthrough support, assessment reviews, and complete and timely documentation
• Drive continuous improvement and capability building, including enhancing processes, strengthening internal controls, and developing/updating finance training materials

Benefits

• Supportive work culture that encourages you to learn, develop, and grow your career
• Programs and support that encourage personal and professional growth
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Participation in a bonus and a stock award program, as applicable

What This Job Offers

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