Accounting III

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Applied Materials is the global leader in materials science and engineering solutions that are at the foundation of virtually every new semiconductor chip and advanced display in the world. The equipment that we create and service is essential to advancing AI and accelerating the commercialization of next-generation semiconductor chips. Join us and push the boundaries of materials science and engineering in a company at the foundation of the electronics industry. The work we do together advances the world’s technology.

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Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Performs monthly, quarterly close activities of Equipment revenue, cost of sales, division expense and related balance sheet accounts
• Understand business deals and ensure accounting transactions in accordance with established procedures and policy.
• Interface with various internal business stakeholders (Sales, Order Management, Business Unit, both local and HQ Finance etc.) to provide accounting support for responsible area
• Participate in various projects (system enhancement/integration, process change for efficiency).
• Business partnering with Sales and PSE team for headcount and expense forecasting
• Prepare ad-hoc reporting when requested or needed

Key Competencies

• Problem Solving: Leads others to solve complex problems; uses sophisticated analytical thought to exercise judgment and identify innovative solutions
• Interpersonal skills: communicates difficult concepts and negotiates with others to adopt a different point of view
• Interprets internal/external business challenges and recommends best practices to improve processes
• USGAAP accounting knowledge
• Self starter, high discipline, team player

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree or above
• 5+ Years of Experience in accounting role
• Experience and knowledge in revenue recognition is a plus
• Work experience in multinational company is preferred
• Strong excel skills to perform various accounting analysis
• Experience in SAP, Blackline is preferred
• Proficient in leveraging AI tools, such as Microsoft Copilot, to improve efficiency and quality in accounting processes, or committed to developing such capabilities.
• Business level of written and verbal communication skills both English and Japanese

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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.