Sr. Financial Analyst

To make electronics, you need chips, wafers, transistors, reticles, and... To make these, you must see, test and manufacture them at scale—faster and better than ever before. That's where KLA comes in. Whether you're early in your career or an experienced professional, you'll solve complex challenges, work alongside brilliant minds and help shape the future of technology.

Group/Division

KLA is known for its high-performing business model. Our Finance organization, comprised of Operations and Corporate Finance teams, delivers expert guidance to develop and execute sound business practices. Operations Finance teams use analytics, modeling and data tracking to shape business decisions. Corporate Finance's spectrum of services includes internal and external financial reporting, accounting, taxes, industry analysis, benchmarking, internal audits, and merger and acquisition support.

What You'll Do

In this role, you will play a key part in advancing business priorities by delivering high-impact work across your area of expertise.

The Financial Analyst is responsible for supporting GSS SRAM headcount (HC) process, HC reconciliation, and dashboard development for GSS. Additional responsibilities include maintaining and improving financial models, as well as ensuring accurate and timely reporting and forecasting of costs related to the Product Support Organization (PSO) within the Service Org. This role supports the Service Finance Manager in planning, forecasting, and P&L reporting, and provides strategic finance partnership to business leaders and their teams.

• Support SRAM headcount planning for GSS, including revenue analysis, headcount tracking, and coordination with regions and HQ

• Create and maintain dashboards using AI tools and Power BI to enhance visibility and drive process improvement

• Perform ad-hoc analysis and generate pro-forma P&Ls

• Prepare monthly/quarterly metrics packages and variance analysis for PSO

• Lead monthly forecasting and Annual Budget Plan

• Forecast headcount and discretionary spend based on business inputs and validate underlying assumptions

• Develop tools to identify risks and opportunities in the forecast, and monitor/report actual results against plan and forecast

• Input all forecast and planning work into OneStream financial reporting system and maintain data accuracy in both OneStream and offline working files.

• Investigate and resolve spend and headcount discrepancies to ensure accurate charges and records

• Handle quarter-end close and meet corporate financial reporting requirements

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong financial analytical and modeling skills Experience with Copilot and AI tools, dashboarding tools (e.g., Power BI) and data visualization preferred

• Proficient in financial reporting systems (SAP, OneStream, TM1, etc.) and strong Excel and PowerPoint skills

• Ability to meet goals, work in a fast-paced environment, and manage multiple priorities

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality work

• Ability to build relationships and solve problems independently and proactively

Minimum Qualifications

• Doctorate (Academic) Degree and 0 years related work experience; Master's Level Degree and related work experience of 3 years; Bachelor's Level Degree and related work experience of 5 years

About KLA

We provide advanced inspection tools, metrology systems, process solutions, and computational analytics that make electronics possible, tackling complex challenges. From electron and photon optics to machine learning and data analytics, we seek perfection at the most fundamental level of matter in the universe. If you want to make electronics that push industries forward and make the world a better place, join us.

Total Rewards

Base Pay Range: $100,500.00 - $147,433.00 Annually
Primary Location: USA-CA-Milpitas-KLA

KLA’s total rewards package for employees may also include participation in performance incentive programs and eligibility for additional benefits including but not limited to: medical, dental, vision, life, and other voluntary benefits, 401(K) including company matching, employee stock purchase program (ESPP), student debt assistance, tuition reimbursement program, development and career growth opportunities and programs, financial planning benefits, wellness benefits including an employee assistance program (EAP), paid time off and paid company holidays, and family care and bonding leave.

Interns are eligible for some of the benefits listed. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed reflects the pay for this position in the primary location identified in this posting. Actual pay depends on several factors, including state minimum pay wage rates, location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education level or training. We are committed to complying with all applicable federal and state minimum wage requirements where applicable. If applicable, your recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Use of AI Statement 

At KLA, our interviews seek to understand your individual skills, problem-solving approach and authentic thinking. To ensure a fair and consistent evaluation, the use of AI, recording tools or other technologies to generate, suggest or provide responses during interviews—whether virtual or in person—is not permitted unless explicitly approved in advance as part of a reasonable accommodation or invited by the interviewer. Use of these tools may interfere with our ability to evaluate your individual qualifications and affect your candidacy. KLA is committed to advancing innovation through responsible AI, and we value candidates who share this mindset.

Equal Opportunity Statement

KLA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will ensure that qualified individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us at [email protected] or at +1-408-352-2808 to request accommodation.

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