**About Applied Materials & the job:** Applied Materials 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 dynamic and experienced individual to join Applied Materials as a Senior Financial Analyst. In this role, you will be instrumental in driving financial oversight of key business partners, supporting strategic and operational initiatives, and providing decision support for key investments. **Key Responsibilities:** · **Financial Governance:** Take ownership of financial governance for key Corporate Functions, ensuring adherence to Applied Materials' policies and procedures. · **Portfolio / Investment Management:** Lead investment management processes, aligning resources with strategic priorities and budgetary constraints. · **Strategic Planning and Forecasting:** Develop and maintain comprehensive strategic plans and forecasts, spanning short-term and long-term horizons. · **Management Reporting:** Prepare and deliver management reports, providing actionable insights and recommendations to Finance and Operational Leadership. · **Key Message Communication:** Effectively communicate financial performance and insights to leadership, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and priorities. · **Accounting Proficiency:** Demonstrate strong accounting skills, including attention to detail and ability to perform thorough reconciliations when necessary. · **Simplification / Process-improvement Focus:** Drive simplification initiatives within financial processes and reporting, seeking opportunities to enhance efficiency and effectiveness. **Company Facts:** - Nasdaq listing: AMAT - Fiscal 2023 Revenue: $26.5 billion - Fiscal 2023 R&D: $3 billion - Founded: November 10, 1967 - Global Presence: 150 cities in 24 countries - Employees: ~34,000 worldwide - Patents: ~20,000 issued **Qualifications:** · Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; MBA or CPA preferred. · Proven track record of effectively communicating financial insights to non-finance stakeholders. · Strong analytical skills and attention to detail, with the ability to identify trends and insights within financial data. · Experience and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities effectively. · Commitment to continuous improvement and driving simplification initiatives. **Qualifications** **Education:** Master's Degree **Skills:** **Certifications:** **Languages:** **Years of Experience:** 4 - 7 Years **Work Experience:** **Additional Information** **Time Type:** Full time **Employee Type:** Assignee / Regular **Travel:** No **Relocation Eligible:** No **U.S. Salary Range:** $100,000.00 - $137,500.00 The salary offered to a selected candidate will be based on multiple factors including location, hire grade, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and with consideration of internal equity of our current team members. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and a stock award program, as applicable. For all sales roles, the posted salary range is the Target Total Cash (TTC) range for the role, which is the sum of base salary and target bonus amount at 100% goal achievement. Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.