Senior FP&A Analyst, Finance Operations

Altera•San Jose, CA

1d•$133,200 - $212,700•Onsite

About The Position

Altera is seeking a highly analytical, business-focused Senior FP&A Analyst to support financial planning, forecasting, reporting, and operational decision-making. The position partners with Finance leadership, Accounting, Business Operations, Supply Chain, Engineering, and Corporate Functions to provide insights that support performance and strategic growth. The analyst develops financial models, analyzes budgets and spending, prepares management reporting, and supports planning and close activities. The role also contributes to long-range planning, strategic initiatives, investment and cost-savings evaluations, and improvements to financial reporting processes, planning systems, and dashboard automation. It is based in San Jose, California. The stated pay range applies to the Bay Area and is $133.2K–$212.7K USD; actual salary may vary based on factors including location, knowledge, skills, and experience. Incentive opportunities are also offered based on individual and company performance.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or a related field.
At least 7 years of experience in FP&A, Corporate Finance, Strategic Finance, or related financial analysis roles.
Advanced financial modeling, forecasting, and analytical skills.
Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and financial planning tools.
Experience with ERP and planning systems such as SAP, Oracle, Workday Adaptive Planning, Anaplan, or similar platforms.
Strong business partnering and stakeholder management skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Strong attention to detail and ability to turn complex financial data into actionable business recommendations.
Intellectual curiosity and a continuous improvement mindset.
Ability to work independently and build cross-functional relationships.
Collaborative approach and willingness to thrive in a dynamic, high-growth environment.
Strong ownership mentality and commitment to delivering high-quality results.
Applicants must be eligible for any required U.S. export authorizations.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting technology, semiconductor, hardware, or manufacturing organizations.
Experience with business intelligence and visualization tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or SQL.
MBA, CPA, CFA, or another relevant professional certification.
Experience with headcount planning, operating expense management, and executive-level reporting.
Demonstrated ability to influence decision-making through data-driven insights.

Responsibilities

Support annual planning, quarterly forecasting, and monthly financial close activities.
Develop and maintain financial models for operating expenses, headcount, capital expenditures, and key business initiatives.
Partner with functional leaders to analyze spending trends, budget performance, and resource requirements.
Prepare monthly management reporting packages, variance analyses, and executive presentations.
Provide financial insights and recommendations to improve operational efficiency and business performance.
Monitor and analyze key performance indicators, providing visibility into financial and operational results.
Support long-range planning and strategic initiatives through scenario modeling and financial analysis.
Assist in developing and enhancing financial reporting processes, planning systems, and dashboard automation.
Collaborate with Accounting during month-end and quarter-end close processes to support accurate financial reporting.
Evaluate investments, cost-saving opportunities, and business cases for new initiatives.
Partner with Finance Operations teams to improve planning processes, governance, and operational rigor.
Support ad hoc analyses, executive requests, and cross-functional finance projects.