SPG Infrastructure Financial Analyst Lead

Applied Materials • Santa Clara, CA

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About The Position

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 seeking a results‑driven Financial Analyst Lead to join the SPG US Infrastructure Finance team, reporting to the Infrastructure Finance Manager. As a key finance partner, this role proactively identifies business challenges, influences management through rigorous analysis, and collaborates globally to solve complex problems. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical skills, clear communication, and the ability to work independently while influencing cross‑functional stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field; MBA preferred.
• Proven experience in financial modeling, forecasting, and scenario analysis, including NPV and ROI analysis to support capital investment and strategic decision‑making.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to present complex financial concepts clearly to diverse stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to remain adaptable and effective in a fast-paced, changing environment.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; experience with Anaplan, SAP BPC, Tableau, and PRM preferred.
• Basic accounting knowledge and strong analytical/problem-solving skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in semiconductor equipment or other manufacturing enterprises is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain robust financial models to support Opex planning, capital investments, and long-term strategic decisions.
• Own quarterly financial cadence for NPI initiatives, including BU portfolio reviews and progress tracking against program objectives.
• Guide monthly closing activities, including journal entries, accruals, reporting, and variance analysis.
• Deliver strategic financial insights by identifying key business drivers and advising management and cross‑functional partners.
• Partner with Finance and Operations to drive adoption and optimization of enterprise data tools (Anaplan, SAP BPC, Tableau, PRM).
• Support strategic planning and prioritization through advanced modeling and scenario analysis.
• Operate as a trusted cross‑functional partner in a dynamic environment with evolving business priorities.

What This Job Offers

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