Who We Are

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.

What We Offer

Location:

Singapore,SGP

You’ll benefit from a supportive work culture that encourages you to learn, develop, and grow your career as you take on challenges and drive innovative solutions for our customers. We empower our team to push the boundaries of what is possible—while learning every day in a supportive leading global company. Visit our Careers website to learn more.

At Applied Materials, we care about the health and wellbeing of our employees. We’re committed to providing programs and support that encourage personal and professional growth and care for you at work, at home, or wherever you may go. Learn more about our benefits.

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.

Major 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

• Participates in team discussions for system integration and process improvement initiatives and execution of those projects (UAT Testing)

• Partner with GIS and with other business areas to enable implementation of new reporting systems and processes

• Works closely with internal auditors to address SOX requirements

Qualifications & Preferences

• Bachelor’s Degree (Finance, Accounting, or Business-related degree preferred)

• 2-3 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

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

• 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.

Work Location

• Upper Changi

Additional Information Time Type:

Full time

Employee Type:

Assignee / Regular

Travel:

Yes, 10% of the Time

Relocation Eligible:

Yes

Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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.