Senior Manager Digital Workplace Productivity Platforms jobs at Applied Materials in United States, Austin

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the accurate and timely filing of various corporate government filings, including federal, state, and local tax returns, prepare and review tax workpapers, reconciliations, and supporting documentation
• Prepare and review workpapers that support the state nexus determination, the apportionment of income, state modifications, and overall tax calculations for various state and local tax authorities
• Assist with the preparation and documentation of the R&D tax credit calculation
• Assist with quarterly tax estimates and yearly extensions including process improvements related to the forecasting of global cash tax payments
• Assist with tax audits at both the federal and state levels, including preparing responses to audit queries
• Assist in developing processes that synergize tax provision and tax compliance computations
• Assist with SOX internal controls compliance

• Monitor tax law developments and evaluate impacts
• Identify opportunities to minimize tax liabilities through strategic tax planning

• Research, evaluate and document tax implications of complex transactions
• Collaborate and partner with members of the Global Tax Team and other Finance teams to provide U.S. tax operations support
• Maintain U.S. compliance tracker and foreign tax returns tracker
• Provide tax operations support to special tax projects

Critical Skills

• Strong organizational skills and time management skills
• Growth, innovative mindset and a strong sense of ownership
• Can-do attitude, curiosity and adaptability
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to review financial data, identify tax risks and opportunities, and provide strategic advice
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Team player with cross-functional awareness

Required Experience and Education

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related discipline; Master’s degree a plus
• CPA a plus
• 2-4+ years of tax experience in public accounting or large multi-national corporations, preferably with an emphasis on income tax accounting (ASC 740) and/or tax compliance with willingness to learn both
• Familiarity with technology and automation tools (Alteryx, Tableau, Databricks, etc.) or a willingness to learn
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suites, especially Excel and PowerPoint, and tax research tools (BNA and/or CCH)
• Experience with Corptax a plus
• Experience with SAP a plus
• Experience with Longview and/or OTP a plus

What We Offer

Key Responsibilities
This is a Carrier Management Role responsible for ensuring our Logis􀆟cs Service Providers (LSP) performs
at the agreed level of execu􀆟on. It requires a broad level of understanding in various transporta􀆟on
networks (Air, Ocean, Ground, and Parcel Shipping) and familiarity with freight flow (Order Management,
Warehousing, Transport Compliance, Packaging, etc). This role ensures the effec􀆟ve execu􀆟on of thecommunica􀆟on externally with LSP and internally with Buyers and Supplier Managers. Specifically, the
role will be responsible for the following ac􀆟vi􀆟es:
 Service Level Performance Management
o Escala􀆟on Management
o On Time Performance
o Missing, Wrong, & Damage PPM
 Cross Dock Management
 MBR Par􀆟cipa􀆟on, Carrier Management
 New Volume Onboarding
1. Defining Global Processes
a. All established processes must be applicable across the globe
i. Communication cadence withshipper/suppliers/carriers/within
ii. Miscommunication leading to carrier failure is considered a process break (our
responsibility)
b. Manage carrier SOWs
i. Know & uphold our expectations from our carriersc. Establishing clear & achievable SLAs/KPIs
i. Review transit with carriers
ii. Review agreed transit time as per pricing schedule
iii. Work with CBMs on Performance Plans
d. Internal Promotions
i. Creating visuals/documents on carrier expectations
1. Covering end-to-end process from EDI to Freight Payment.ii. Connect with Buyers/ Logistics Coordinators to align their expectations from our
carrierscustomer service
2. Carrier Management
a. Manage Operational Risks
i. Track company-wide closures
ii. Track market conditions (port strikes, holiday disruptions, etcs)
iii. Work with carriers on contingency plans for expected delays
b. Driving Continuous Performance Improvements
i. Drive consistency on performance
ii. Improve both gross & net scores
iii. Identifying areas of improvement
iv. Manage MBR Action Trackers
c. Project Management for Specialized Cargo
i. Quotation Creation in CargoBased. POC and Escalation Point for CrossDock
i. Regular meetings with Material Project Managers to work with shippers on
proper selection of Mode of Transport
ii. Regular meetings with CrossDock service provider
iii. Support with issues between CrossDock service provider and transport service
provider
e. New Program Launches (i.e CrossDock)
i. Support with SOP/SOW creationsiii. Transition Manager for any carrier change projects
Minimum Requirements: Education & Experience
 Bachelor’s Degree
 Years of logis􀆟cs or rela􀆟ve experience contributes to Job Grade placement
Knowledge & Skills:
 Communica􀆟on skills at all levels.
 Demonstrate sense of urgency.
 Accustomed to taking accountability for ensuring that projects are completed on 􀆟me.
 Iden􀆟fies and resolves technical, opera􀆟onal, and organiza􀆟onal problems.
 Analy􀆟cal and use of data to drive solu􀆟ons.
 Strong a􀆩en􀆟on to details
 Ability to deal with ambiguity.
 High level of business acumen.

Job Description Summary

Requires knowledge and experience in own discipline; still acquiring higher-level knowledge and skills. Builds knowledge of the company, processes, and customers. Solves a range of problems. Analyzes possible solutions using standard procedures. Receives a moderate level of guidance and direction.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for all spending and budgeting related activities. These activities include but are not limited to forecasting, reporting, journal entries posting, capital budget management and execution, quarter end close and accounts reconciliation.
• Effectively collaborate and interact with various Business Managers and be responsible in consolidating key FP&A requirements, while delivering reporting analysis for all financial cycles.
• Perform consolidation and reporting related to financial close, quarterly business reviews, Annual Operating Plans, Strategic Review and forecast cycles
• Collaborate with cross functional teams in performing detailed analysis for finance and non-finance stakeholders
• Support management in completing ad hoc reports and providing data driven insights into business performance
• Develop financial models, run scenario analysis and provide support in analyzing margins, risks and opportunities.
• Lead the effort in streamlining management reporting and centralizing information and analytics
• Proactively identify and drive process improvement initiatives

Qualifications & Preferences

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong Excel modeling skills, experience with Financial systems like SAP, Anaplan and Tableau a plus
• Collaborative working style, excellent communication, and presentation skills
• Self-starter with a positive attitude and ability to thrive in a rapidly changing environment

Bachelor’s degree inor related field

4-7 years of finance experience and Master’s Degree preferred

Project Management

• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules and timelines.

• Track project progress, identify potential risks and issues, and mitigate them.

• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless project execution.

• Manage project budgets and resources effectively to implement solutions

• Ability to deliver high quality solutions managing scope, on time, within budget and high customer satisfaction.

• Gain expertise and guide teams to follow management processes

• Demonstrates sound judgment and effective time management

• Demonstrated analytical and critical thinking skills

Technical Expertise

• Possess a strong understanding of physical security systems, including access control, video management, intrusion detection, and fire alarm systems.

• Prepare, review and approve design packages, ensuring adherence to industry standards and business requirements.

• Coordinate with design teams to develop accurate and detailed design documentation.

• Oversee the selection and procurement of appropriate equipment and materials.

• Implement quality control measures to ensure project deliverables meet high standards.

• Conduct regular quality assurance reviews and audits.

• Identify and address quality issues promptly.

Relationship Management

• Build, collaborate, and maintain strong relationships with business stakeholders (IT, Legal, Finance, Facilities, HR etc.)

• Set and manage expectations with vendors.

• Communicate effectively with business to understand their needs and expectations.

• Proactively address business concerns and resolve issues.

Required Skills

• 8+ years of experience managing physical security projects.

• Certifications in Project Management

• Strong technical knowledge of physical security systems (C-Cure, Access Control, identity management, video management, intrusion detection systems).

• Proficiency in project management tools and software (e.g., Jira, SmartSheets, CAD, BlueBeam etc).

• Knowledge of construction and facility management processes.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with quarterly and annual income tax provisions under ASC 740, focusing on U.S. international tax aspects
• Assist with the preparation and review of U.S. international income tax compliance, including Forms 5471, 8858, 8865, 8990, 8991, 8992, 8993, 1118, 8621, 926, and U.S. withholding tax returns
• Assist in enhancing quarterly and annual tax provision process and U.S. tax compliance including automation. Assist in developing processes that synergize tax provision and tax compliance
• Track and maintain legal entity structure, ensuring entity registration, qualification, and tax classification are up to date
• Monitor entity formations, dispositions, mergers, or restructurings and ensure proper entity-level tax attributes and elections
• Monitor legislative and regulatory tax law developments and evaluate impacts
• Research, evaluate and document tax implications of complex cross-border transactions
• Collaborate and partner with members of the Global Tax Team and other Finance teams to provide U.S. international tax support
• Maintain and track E&P, taxes paid and intercompany transactions
• Provide tax operations support to special tax projects, including cross-border structuring, financing, cash repatriation, and M&A projects

Critical Skills

• Growth, innovative mindset and a strong sense of ownership
• Can-do attitude, curiosity and adaptability
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills and time management skills
• Detail-oriented team player with cross-functional awareness

Required Experience and Education

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related discipline; Master’s degree a plus
• CPA a plus
• 2-4+ years of tax experience in public accounting or large multi-national corporations, preferably with an emphasis on U.S. international tax
• Familiarity with technology and automation tools (Alteryx, Tableau, etc.) or a willingness to learn
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suites, especially Excel and PowerPoint, and tax research tools (BNA and/or CCH)
• Experience with SAP a plus
• Experience with Longview and/or OTP a plus

What We Offer

**this is for a night shift position within B33 - FEP/ALD **Key Responsibilities

Prioritizes production schedules based on available manpower, equipment efficiency, capacity and materials requirements.

Participates in operational meetings. Supports the development and tracking of organization performance metrics. Schedules and conducts milestone meetings. Responsible for meeting or improving cycle time performance and other metrics.

Ensures timely response to operations issues impacting customer satisfaction; acts as an interface in the establishment of and ensuring conformance to customer/vendor requirements; prepares detailed analysis of cost of quality opportunity and initiates corrective action.

Support the analysis of and plans for maximum production capacity optimization; implements and monitors manufacturing or dept. processes that collect, analyze and report key measurement data and real time status.

Identifies process and quality changes designed to improve manufacturing or department capabilities. Drives Lean, Safety and Quality. Takes corrective action.

Functional Knowledge

• Demonstrates understanding and application of procedures and concepts within own job family and basic knowledge of other related job families.

Business Expertise

• Applies understanding of how the team relates to other closely related areas to improve efficiency of own team

Leadership

• Has formal supervisory responsibilities; sets priorities for and coaches employees to meet daily deadlines

Problem Solving

• Uses judgment to identify and resolve day-to-day technical and operational problems

Impact

• Impacts the quality, efficiency and effectiveness of own team and its contribution to the business unit, department or sub-function

Interpersonal Skills

• Uses tact and diplomacy to exchange information and handle sensitive issues

  May be required to interact with outside customers, vendors or suppliers

What We Offer