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
Additional Information
Time Type
Full time
Employee Type
Assignee / Regular
Travel
Yes, 10% of the Time
Relocation Eligible
No
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.
