Sr. Profitability Analyst

Senior Profitability Analyst Overview This role is part of a high-impact finance team that supports business and operational decision-making through strong financial analysis, reporting, and cross-functional partnership. The position focuses on inventory management, balance sheet and P&L reviews, and the delivery of financial insights that improve profitability and business performance. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong ownership and accountability, actively engaging with the business to identify issues, drive decisions, and execute financial actions that improve profitability. This role requires initiative, sound judgment, and the ability to turn analysis into results by influencing cross‑functional partners across operations, supply chain, and business management. The position provides regular exposure to senior leadership and offers a meaningful opportunity to contribute to strategic and operational outcomes. Key Responsibilities

• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes, including variance analysis and executive-level reporting
• Lead inventory analytics across multiple inventory types, identifying trends, risks, and financial impacts
• Own inventory-related financial reporting and partner with operational teams to ensure accuracy and execution
• Perform detailed financial analysis and provide clear commentary for finance and non-finance leaders
• Analyze product and portfolio performance, including margin trends and lifecycle performance
• Support pricing, cost, and margin discussions through data-driven analysis
• Forecast and help deliver predictable financial results through disciplined planning and tracking
• Partner closely with cross-functional teams to support decision-making and business initiatives
• Lead or contribute to process improvement and system enhancement initiatives
• Perform ad-hoc financial analyses to support management requests and business needs Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field
• Candidates with a combination of accounting and finance background are preferred
• 3 to 5 years of relevant work experience in financial analysis, accounting, or related roles
• Strong analytical, modeling, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to communicate complex financial information clearly to non-finance audiences
• Experience working cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment is a plus Core Competencies
• Strong understanding of finance and accounting fundamentals
• Ability to apply financial concepts to real-world business decisions
• Knowledge of financial best practices and how finance partners with other business functions
• Sound judgment and ability to solve complex problems using multiple data sources
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust and consensus
• Demonstrated ownership, accountability, and attention to detail ## Qualifications ###

Education:

Master's Degree ### Skills ###

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Years of Experience:

4 - 7 Years ###

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Shift:

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

Travel:

No ### ###

Relocation Eligible:

No ###

Referral Payment Plan:

None U.S.

Salary Range:

$106,000.00 - $146,000.00 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.