Applied Materials, Inc

New Product Finance Controller - B5

Applied Materials, Inc • $154K — $212K *
Santa Clara, CA 95051In-Person
Finance & Insurance
8 - 10 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Engineering, or related field.
  • 10+ years of progressive finance experience in FP&A, business finance, portfolio finance, controllership, or strategic finance.
  • Experience supporting technology, engineering, semiconductor, capital equipment, or product-oriented organizations.
  • Strong financial modeling experience including NPV, ROI, DCF, scenario analysis, and capital allocation frameworks.
  • Proven leadership experience influencing executive and cross-functional stakeholders.
  • Strong understanding of financial planning, forecasting, reporting, and accounting principles.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the BU's development and investment portfolio process, including prioritization, funding recommendations, and resource allocation.
  • Partner with Engineering and Product Management teams to evaluate new product investments using ROI and scenario analyses.
  • Drive portfolio governance through established operating cadences, including Product Portfolio Reviews and Quarterly planning.
  • Develop and maintain business cases for major R&D investments and strategic growth initiatives.
  • Provide independent financial assessment of portfolio risks and investment returns.
  • Recommend portfolio tradeoffs and funding shifts based on strategic and financial performance.
  • Support annual planning, strategic reviews, and long-range portfolio roadmaps.

Benefits

  • Relocation eligible for out-of-area candidates.
  • Comprehensive benefits package offered.
  • Opportunities for participation in bonus and stock award programs.
Full Job Description
Key Responsibilities

1. Portfolio Finance Leadership
  • Lead the BU's development and investment portfolio process, including prioritization, funding recommendations, and resource allocation.
  • Partner with Engineering and Product Management teams to evaluate new product investments using ROI, NPV, cash flow, and scenario analyses.
  • Drive portfolio governance through established operating cadences, including Product Portfolio Reviews, Quarterly planning, IRBs, and Enterprise Portfolio Reviews.
  • Develop and maintain business cases for major R&D investments, platform developments, and strategic growth initiatives.
  • Provide independent financial assessment of portfolio risks, investment returns, milestone achievement, and commercialization readiness.
  • Recommend portfolio tradeoffs, funding shifts, acceleration opportunities, and program exits based on strategic and financial performance.
  • Support annual planning, strategic reviews, and long-range portfolio roadmaps.
2. Business Unit Financial Stewardship
  • Own BU P&L performance, including revenue, gross margin, operating expenses, headcount, and profitability.
  • Lead monthly forecasting, quarterly outlooks, annual operating planning, and long-range strategic plans.
  • Analyze business performance, identify risks and opportunities, and drive corrective actions with leadership teams.
  • Develop actionable financial insights related to product mix, pricing, volume, profitability, and investment returns.
  • Support strategic decisions regarding market expansion, customer opportunities, partnerships, and business development initiatives.
  • Deliver executive-level financial reviews and recommendations to senior leadership.
3. Controller & Governance Responsibilities
  • Ensure financial results comply with corporate accounting policies, controls, and governance requirements.
  • Partner with Accounting and Finance ACE / COEs on close activities, accruals, reserves, capitalization, and financial reporting.
  • Provide oversight of spend management and investment execution versus approved budgets.
  • Lead financial risk assessments and ensure adequate controls are maintained across the organization.
  • Support internal and external audit requirements and maintain strong SOX compliance practices.
  • Drive consistency and data integrity across planning, reporting, and financial management systems.
4. Strategic Business Partnership
  • Serve as trusted advisor to the GM and leadership team on financial, operational, and strategic matters.
  • Influence decisions related to technology investments, product roadmaps, talent deployment, capacity planning, and productivity initiatives.
  • Lead financial modeling and scenario planning for acquisitions, partnerships, new product introductions, and business transformations.
  • Translate complex financial data into clear recommendations and executive narratives.
  • Drive accountability for business outcomes and operational execution.


Functional Knowledge
  • Regarded as the technical expert in their particular field
  • Demonstrates in-depth and/or breadth of expertise in own discipline and broad knowledge of other disciplines within the function

Business Expertise
  • Anticipates business and regulatory issues; recommends product, process or service improvements

Leadership
  • Leads projects with notable risk and complexity; develops the strategy for project execution

Problem Solving
  • Solves unique and complex problems with broad impact on the business; requires conceptual and innovative thinking to develop solutions

Impact
  • Impacts the direction and resource allocation for program, project or services; works within general functional policies and industry guidelines

Interpersonal Skills
  • Communicates complex ideas, anticipates potential objections and persuades others, often at senior levels, to adopt a different point of view

Required
  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Engineering, or related field.
  • 10+ years of progressive finance experience in FP&A, business finance, portfolio finance, controllership, or strategic finance.
  • Experience supporting technology, engineering, semiconductor, capital equipment, or product-oriented organizations.
  • Strong financial modeling experience including NPV, ROI, DCF, scenario analysis, and capital allocation frameworks.
  • Proven leadership experience influencing executive and cross-functional stakeholders.
  • Strong understanding of financial planning, forecasting, reporting, and accounting principles.
Preferred
  • MBA, CPA, CMA, or equivalent advanced qualification.
  • Experience supporting R&D-intensive organizations and product development portfolios.
  • Experience with portfolio management processes, project funding governance, and investment review boards.
  • Knowledge of SAP, BPC, Anaplan, PRM, and enterprise planning systems.
  • Experience leading finance teams within complex, global organizations.


Additional Information

Time Type:
Full time

Employee Type:
Assignee / Regular

Travel:
No

Relocation Eligible:
Yes

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.

About Applied Materials, Inc

Applied Materials specialize in materials engineering solutions. They optimize equipment and fab operations through consulting, spare parts, services, and automation software. They also provide supply chain services from transactional spares through programs, rebuilds, and forecasted parts management. Their products and technologies include semiconductors, displays, roll web coating, solar, and automation software.

**Applied Materials, Inc. Careers**

Join the innovative world of Applied Materials, Inc., a leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. Our global team is driving innovation and growth in the industries we serve. This is where your expertise can make a true impact.

Work You’ll Do

At Applied Materials, Inc., you will be part of a company that prides itself on fostering a culture of innovation, diversity, and professional growth. As a member of our team, you will lead groundbreaking projects at the intersection of technology, leadership, and engineering excellence. We offer a variety of job opportunities that allow you to explore your potential and push the boundaries of what's possible.

Innovate and Lead

Join a team where innovation is at the heart of everything we do. You will work alongside the brightest minds in the industry, utilizing your skills to contribute to projects that are not only exciting but also crucial for technological advancements. Our leadership is committed to providing you with the guidance and support needed to achieve your career goals.

Career Growth and Opportunities

Whether you are looking for an internship, a full-time position, or leadership roles, Applied Materials, Inc. provides an array of career paths to help you achieve your professional aspirations. Our commitment to career growth is evident through extensive training programs and opportunities for advancement.

Diversity and Inclusion

At Applied Materials, Inc., we believe that diversity fuels innovation. We are dedicated to building a diverse team that reflects the global communities we serve. Our diversity training programs are designed to enhance collaboration and foster an inclusive environment where all employees can thrive.

Benefits and Culture

Our employees enjoy a range of benefits that support both their professional and personal lives. From health and wellness programs to competitive retirement plans, we ensure that our team is taken care of. The culture at Applied Materials, Inc. is built on collaboration, respect, and a commitment to excellence.

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Explore the job opportunities at Applied Materials, Inc. and find the position that matches your skills and passions. We are continuously hiring and looking for individuals who are curious, creative, and ready to drive innovation in a dynamic industry.

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Ready to take the next step in your career? Submit your resume, prepare for your interview, and join a team that’s dedicated to materializing the technologies of tomorrow. Discover the impact you can make at Applied Materials, Inc. and help us shape the future.

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Learn more about Applied Materials, Inc
Size
27,000 employees
Market Cap
$80.7 billion
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Net Income
$3.8 billion
Founded
1967
5 Year Trend
+11.9%
Revenue
$18.2 billion
NASDAQ
AMAT
* Ladders Estimates

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