FP&A Analyst New College Grad (MBA - Santa Clara, CA)
At a glance
Mid-level FP&A role at Applied Materials. Santa Clara · full-time · $133,500–$183,500 base.
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What you'll do
- Analyze spending and forecast financial results, revising models as outcomes change
- Turn financial results, market trends and competitor information into recommendations for executive presentations
- Prepare and refresh materials for investor relations events and board meetings
- Model and value acquisition opportunities and projects, then support related decisions
- Develop financial metrics and reporting with IT partners to improve visibility into results
What you bring
- An MBA with graduation planned for May or June 2027
- Four to seven years of prior finance or accounting experience is preferred
- Strong financial modeling and analytical ability, including hands-on use of AI and data analytics to improve finance processes
- Clear communication, sound judgment with details, and the ability to work across teams
Who this fits
You’ll work in Operations Finance FP&A, supporting product segments and preparing analysis for senior finance leaders and other stakeholders. The role suits someone comfortable moving between strategic work and detailed reporting, with little day-to-day guidance in a fast-moving global setting. The position is based in Santa Clara, California, and relocation is available.
From the employer
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
Salary:
$133,500.00 - $183,500.00Location:
Santa Clara,CAYou’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.
Applied Materials’ Finance Department is recruiting for MBA students to fill full time job roles in our Santa Clara, CA offices. New hires will work within our business segments providing financial analytics and investment decision support for Applied Materials’ businesses, forward looking products and strategic engagements.
Applied Materials, Inc. is the global 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 technology shaping the future.
Job Description:
This role under the Operations Finance FP&A organization within our business segments will support driving activities for the major product segments at Applied Materials. This position will involve analyzing and developing content for Applied Materials CFO and Segment CFOs, product groups, investor relations and treasury, and presenting that content in an effective way. The position requires a high level of diligence as majority of the reporting and presentations will be serving the executive management of the company.
This role involves a focus on spend, productivity metrics, and efficiency Key Product Indicators across the company, helping to summarize the data related to market trends and drivers, competitors, business unit financials in a meaningful way. This person will proactively work with key business partners across the company to develop actionable reports and analyses. The ideal candidate needs to be comfortable working on strategic initiatives, as well as the details of business analytics along with deliverables related to financial reporting cadence.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Perform spend analytics in a way that considers business decisions and actionable insights
- Perform regular predictive financial modeling, monitoring outcomes, and rapid revision
- Interpret financial results into insights and recommendations for presentation to executives
- Manage and update content as needed for investor relations events and board meetings
- Provide financial modeling, analysis, and valuation support for acquisitions and projects
- Identify and implement reporting of key financial metrics that enable meaningful insights and improve the visibility to company’s financial results
- Partner with Information Technology professionals to enable implementation of reporting systems and processes across Finance
- Act as a finance business partner and subject matter expert across the business
Requirements:
- MBA degree with planned graduation in May/June of 2027, with 4-7 years prior work experience in Finance or Accounting preferred
- Strong communication and influence skills, with attention to detail and ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
- Strong analytical and financial modeling skills, including practical experience utilizing AI and Data Analytics to improve financial processes
- Intellectual curiosity to learn the business, improve processes and strive for excellence
- Ability to work with minimal guidance in a fast-paced, global environment
Additional Information
Time Type:
Full timeEmployee Type:
New College GradTravel:
Not SpecifiedRelocation Eligible:
YesThe 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. 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.
In addition, Applied endeavors to make our careers site accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us via e-mail at Accommodations_Program@amat.com, or by calling our HR Direct Help Line at 877-612-7547, option 1, and following the prompts to speak to an HR Advisor. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.