Director Financial Analysis

The Semiconductor Products Group (SPG) central planning finance director will play a key role in helping drive the organization to meet both short- and long-term operating model goals and be responsible for providing deep insights into segment revenue and margin drivers.

The right individual will have strong analytical skills, work ethic and maturity, capable of thinking broadly while having a good grasp on details. The person will be responsible for managing a team of ~5 financial analysts as well as supporting their growth.

Primary Responsibilities:

• This role will Lead the Central Planning Financial Analysis team and be the finance owner of the gross margin initiative for the Semiconductor Product Group
• Collaborate with FP&A reporting teams to deliver strategic insights during quarterly and annual forecasting cycles.
• Develop and manage forward-looking financial forecasts and scenario planning focused on orders, revenue, and gross margins.
• Partner with operations to align cost and efficiency improvements with long-term margin goals; implement systemic reporting to track progress across multiple initiatives.
• Work with Install and Warranty teams to monitor cost/efficiency programs and provide quarterly updates on performance.
• Interpret financial results and trends to generate actionable insights and recommendations for executive leadership.
• Build and maintain predictive financial models to support strategic planning and performance monitoring.
• Prepare and update financial content for board meetings, ensuring accuracy and strategic alignment.
• Provide financial modeling, analysis, and valuation support for acquisitions and ad-hoc projects
• Manage, mentor, and develop a high-performing financial analysis team.

Requirements:

• Master’s Degree (Finance, Economics, Engineering or Business-related degree preferred)
• 10+ years of progressive experience within the semiconductor industry, with a strong background in financial planning and analysis.
• Exceptional communication and persuasion skills, with the ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders.
• Ability to transform ambiguous goals into tangible processes and/or analyses
• Advanced analytical skills, including financial modeling, forecasting, and performance reporting.
• Strong attention to detail and clarity of thought; capable of working effectively across global, cross-functional teams.
• Curiosity to learn the business, improve processes and strive for excellence
• Comfortable operating independently in a fast-paced, dynamic global environment with minimal guidance.

Qualifications

Education:

Master's Degree

Skills

Certifications:

Languages:

Years of Experience:

15+ Years

Work Experience:

Additional Information

Shift:

10-Day 8-Hr (United States of America)

Travel:

Yes, 10% of the Time

Relocation Eligible:

Yes

U.S. Salary Range:

$180,500.00 - $248,500.00

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.