Company Overview

KLA is a global leader in diversified electronics for the semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem. Virtually every electronic device in the world is produced using our technologies. No laptop, smartphone, wearable device, voice-controlled gadget, flexible screen, VR device or smart car would have made it into your hands without us. KLA invents systems and solutions for the manufacturing of wafers and reticles, integrated circuits, packaging, printed circuit boards and flat panel displays. The innovative ideas and devices that are advancing humanity all begin with inspiration, research and development. KLA focuses more than average on innovation and we invest 15% of sales back into R&D. Our expert teams of physicists, engineers, data scientists and problem-solvers work together with the world’s leading technology providers to accelerate the delivery of tomorrow’s electronic devices. Life here is exciting and our teams thrive on tackling really hard problems. There is never a dull moment with us.

Group/Division

KLA is well known for its high-performing business model which routinely produces significant profit margins and revenue. Key to supporting KLA business is the finance team that partners with corporate and global business organizations to provide expertise and guidance for developing and executing sound business models and practices. The Finance organization consists of operations and corporate finance teams. The operations finance team influences business decisions by gathering the best available operations information, distilling it and making recommendations to our management team on the best course of action. The corporate team provides a broad range of services, such as financial planning, corporate accounting, tax, industry analysis and benchmarking, internal audits, SEC reporting and merger and acquisition support.

Job Description/Preferred Qualifications

The Divisional Controller will lead the profit and loss for one of KLA's major divisions, offering continuous career growth and a collaborative team environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and provide financial support to the Business Unit General Manager.
• Partner with senior leaders to understand business requirements and investment needs, developing a deep understanding of cost drivers and P&Ls for their groups.
• Work cross-functionally with Engineering, Applications, Sales, Operations, and Marketing teams to support strategy, planning, budgeting, and long-term engineering development roadmaps. Lead and drive spend vs. target alignment.
• Understand changes in manufacturing activities, including headcount planning, production capacity, and inventory controls.
• Monitor changes in the cost of service for the division, including installation and service expenses.
• Be responsible for the quarter-end close process, including variance analysis of actuals vs. forecasts, balance sheet review, and reconciliations.
• Run and develop a dedicated finance team of financial analysts.
• Analyze customer deals and sales trends, including product transitions.
• Review and improve financial and business models to provide insights for business improvement decisions.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Level Degree and work experience of 8 years or Master's Level Degree and work experience of 6 years
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.

Base Pay Range: $159,700.00 - $271,500.00 Annually Primary Location: USA-CA-Milpitas-KLA.

KLA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other status protected by applicable law. 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.