Job Description Summary

Requires specialized depth and/or breadth of expertise. Interprets internal or external business issues and recommends best practices with a focus on IT. Solves complex problems; takes a broad perspective to identify innovative solutions. Works independently, with guidance in only the most complex situations. May lead functional teams or projects.

Job Description

Applied Materials is the leader in materials engineering solutions to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. Our expertise in modifying materials at atomic levels and on an industrial scale enables customers to transform possibilities into reality. Our innovations make possible™ the technology shaping the future. To achieve this, we employ some of the best, brightest, and most talented people in the world who work together as part of a winning team.

Key Responsibilities

• Co-lead the SOX program management office (PMO) with specific responsibilities for the Company’s IT controls, including risk assessment, planning, coordination, and support for the external auditor and IT owners.

• Work with IT management to improve and enhance IT controls, and recommend improvements to the control testing program.

• Supervise and review SOX and internal audit work of less experienced IT auditors.

• Assist in the planning and execution of the global risk assessment and annual / quarterly internal audit planning.

• Execute operational audits and other internal audit assignments, as required.

• Participate in special audit projects, investigations, and ad-hoc audit assignments.

Functional Knowledge

• Demonstrate conceptual and practical experience in internal or external audit, and a strong grasp of audit theory and practice.

• Exhibit effective data analysis skills to identify risks and develop insights to address said risks.

• Experience or familiarity with SOX and operational audit management tools (i.e., AuditBoard, Workiva) is a plus.

Business Expertise

• Experience in IT Compliance, SOX PMO, or Senior IT Analyst roles with a large SOX program.

• Experience in the following areas is considered a plus:

• Corporate Accounting or Finance roles; or

• Prior roles in the semiconductor industry.

Leadership

Candidate must demonstrate strong leadership and:

• Possess unquestionable integrity;

• Be a self-starter, motivated, and organized;

• Possess a strong work ethic and be a role model to team members; and

• Effectively communicate in both oral and written format.

Problem Solving

• Exhibit business and IT acumen and intellect to analyze and address audit and IT challenges.

Impact

• Impact a broad group of IT and business stakeholders across Corporate and subsidiary functions worldwide.

Interpersonal Skills

• Communicate complex issues effectively.

• Operate effectively in a team environment.

• Conduct oneself in an approachable and collaborative manner.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in MIS, Accounting or Finance, or related field (Master’s degree is a plus).

• Relevant professional certification, such as CPA, CIA, CISA, or CFE.

• Prior experience with a large public company (in a SOX capacity), public accounting and audit firm, or a consulting firm.

• International experience is a plus.

• 7 - 10 years of professional experience.

Job Location

• Santa Clara

• Austin is an alternate option

Company Facts

• Nasdaq listing: AMAT

• Fiscal 2023 Revenue: $26.5 billion

• Fiscal 2023 R&D: $3 billion

• Founded: November 10, 1967

• Global Presence: 150 cities in 24 countries

• Employees: 34,000 worldwide

• Patents: 20,000 issued

Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor's Degree

Skills:

Certifications:

Languages:

Years of Experience:

7 - 10 Years

Work Experience:

Additional Information

Time Type:

Full time

Employee Type:

Assignee / Regular

Travel:

Yes, 20% of the Time

Relocation Eligible:

No

U.S. Salary Range:

$108,000.00 - $148,500.00

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.