Job Details:Job Description:The OpportunityAltera is seeking a strategic and results-oriented
Finance Manager to support executive decision-making, business planning, and financial performance management across the organization. This role will partner closely with senior leadership to drive forecasting, budgeting, long-range planning, investment analysis, and strategic business initiatives.
The ideal candidate combines strong financial acumen with exceptional business partnership skills and thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
Responsibilities- Lead annual operating plans, quarterly forecasts, and long-range financial planning processes.
- Partner with business leaders to develop financial strategies that support growth and operational objectives.
- Provide insightful financial analysis, business performance reporting, and recommendations to executive leadership.
- Develop and maintain financial models to evaluate strategic investments, business opportunities, and resource allocation decisions.
- Analyze revenue, operating expenses, headcount, and capital investments to identify risks and opportunities.
- Drive month-end and quarter-end financial reviews, variance analysis, and executive reporting.
- Support board, investor, and executive-level financial presentations as needed.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Accounting, FP&A, HR, Operations, Sales, and Engineering teams.
- Improve financial processes, systems, reporting capabilities, and forecast accuracy.
- Support IPO readiness activities, strategic transactions, and special projects as required.
- Establish performance metrics and reporting frameworks to improve business visibility and operational efficiency.
The pay range below is for Bay Area California only. Actual salary may vary based on a number of factors including job location, job-related knowledge, skills, experiences, trainings, etc. We also offer incentive opportunities that reward employees based on individual and company performance.
$133.2K - $212.7K USD
We use artificial intelligence to screen, assess, or select applicants for the position. Applicants must be eligible for any required U.S. export authorizations.
Qualifications:Minimum Qualifications- Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or related field.
- 8+ years of progressive finance experience in FP&A, corporate finance, strategic finance, investment banking, consulting, or related functions.
- Advanced financial modeling, forecasting, and business analysis skills.
- Experience supporting senior executives and influencing business decisions through data-driven insights.
- Strong proficiency with Excel, financial planning systems, and business intelligence tools.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
Preferred Qualifications- MBA, CPA, CFA, or equivalent advanced certification.
- Experience in semiconductor, technology, hardware, manufacturing, or high-growth public company environments.
- Experience supporting executive leadership, board reporting, or investor-related activities.
- Knowledge of ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or Workday Adaptive Planning.
- Experience with IPO readiness, M&A, divestitures, or corporate restructuring activities.
- Ability to simplify complex financial concepts for non-financial stakeholders.
What You'll Bring- Strategic mindset and strong business judgment.
- Intellectual curiosity and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
- Ability to influence without direct authority.
- Strong executive presence and communication skills.
- Commitment to operational excellence and continuous improvement.
- Collaborative approach with a passion for building strong partnerships across the organization.
This position requires employees to work onsite at the designated Altera office location five days per week to support collaboration, innovation, and business operations.Job Type: Regular
Shift:Shift 1 (United States of America)
Primary Location:San Jose, California, United States
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