Analyze monthly and quarterly actual results, provide comparative analysis with budget and provide detailed explanations for variances to budget.
Prepare monthly and quarterly analytical reports, including updated forecasts for the remainder of the quarter and year
Position will be part of the Global FP&A and the N. America Finance group, working closely with accounting and operations.
Position requires interaction with colleagues throughout the company for information flow an analysis.
Support Business units'''' leaders on special projects and proposals with the goal of maximizing profitability and process improvement.

Main Responsibilities
Develop the Annual Operating Plan for the Companies Strategic Business Units.
'''' Perform a monthly analysis of Actual vs. Budget and quarterly forecasting
'''' Perform other financial analysis as required related to the business

'''' 4-5 years of experience in financial, planning and analysis , MBA a plus and an advantage
'''' Experience in high tech manufacturing environment and working with sales organizations
'''' Strong experience in SAP ERP (CO-PA modules), Excel, PowerPoint
'''' Experience in SAP report writer, Microsoft access is an advantage
'''' Excellent computer spreadsheet and data analysis skills
'''' Strong financial planning and modeling skills including evaluation of business units forecast by revenue and expense line items
'''' Experience in interacting and presenting to executive management with excellent communication skills
'''' Candidate must have strong analytical skills and be a creative and out-of''''the-box thinker
'''' Self-directed and a team work employee with the ability to prioritize tasks
'''' Strong work ethic with ability to work flexible hours as needed
'''' Position located in Santa Clara California