Financial Analyst (all genders)

Lam Research; Villach; On-site; EUR 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Lam Research Corporation in Villach, Austria seeks a Financial Analyst to partner with Global Operations, driving forecasting, OpEx management, and headcount planning to support financial decisions. You will own reporting, variance analysis, and month-end close for operating expenses, translating production plans into reliable forecasts and building long-term financial models.

The role requires SAP CO/FI knowledge, advanced Excel, and 2+ years of finance experience, with excellent English and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance or related field.
• 2+ years of finance experience in a corporate setting.
• SAP CO/FI knowledge and advanced Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Own reporting, forecasting, variance analysis, and month-end close for OpEx.
• Forecast production-related spending from output, capacity, and resource assumptions.
• Develop long-term financial models for production planning and capacity sizing.
• Evaluate CapEx investments with business cases and scenario analysis.
• Partner with Operations, HR, Supply Chain, and Finance to align assumptions.

Skills

English proficiency

Analytical skills

Financial modeling

Presentation skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance or related field

Tools

SAP CO/FI

MS Excel

Job description

The group you’ll be a part ofThe Global Finance Group drives financial strategies based on expert understanding of Lam's breakthrough technologies, the semiconductor market, and the global business environment. They manage our company's financials and relationships with our investor community to ensure we have the strong financial foundation to fuel innovation and growth.The impact you’ll makeAt Lam, as a Financial Analyst, you will be a trusted advisor to the business and influence sound business decisions based on your expertise in interpreting data, performing analysis, modeling, and understanding the financial outlook. You will work in a highly visible role with internal business partners across functions on challenging and rewarding projects that help shape Lam's financial strategies and future decisions.What you’ll doOwn reporting, forecasting, variance analysis, and month-end close activities for operating expenses within Global Operations, with a focus on production and materials-related functionsMonitor actual spending against plan and forecast, explain key variances, and identify risks, opportunities, and corrective actionsPrepare clear management reporting and financial insights for operational stakeholders and senior managementForecast production-related spending based on output, volume, resource, and capacity assumptionsSupport tool output and absorption forecasts and translate operational production plans into reliable financial forecastsOwn headcount planning and forecasting, including regular employees, temporary labor, hiring assumptions, vacancies, and workforce movementsAnalyze workforce cost drivers and support decisions on staffing levels, labor models, and production capacityDevelop long-term financial models to support production planning, capacity sizing, and strategic operational decisionsOwn CapEx planning and forecasting for production-related investments, including investment timing, cash flow, capitalization, depreciation, and spend trackingEvaluate and prioritize investments through business cases, scenario analysis, and financial modelingPartner with production and materials teams to ensure investment plans are aligned with capacity requirements and operational prioritiesProvide ad hoc analysis for production, materials, workforce, capacity, and investment-related topicsPartner with Operations, Production, Materials, Supply Chain, HR, and Finance to align assumptions and support fact-based decisionsImprove forecasting processes, tools, and reporting to increase accuracy, transparency, and efficiencyWho we're looking forMinimum Bachelor’s degree in Finance or a related field; a Master’s degree is considered an advantageAt least 2+ years of relevant professional experienceInitial professional experience in financeSolid knowledge of SAP (CO and FI modules)Advanced proficiency in EnglishStrong MS Office skillsKnowledge of US GAAP is an advantageCMA or CIMA certification is a plusAbility to prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environmentStrong analytical, financial modeling, and presentation skillsExperience with OpEx, CapEx, headcount, production, or capacity forecasting is an advantageComfortable working in a matrix organizationHigh attention to detail with a structured and organized approachCollaborative team player in an international environmentStrong motivation for career development in financeA valid work visa for Austria is required for this position.What we're offeringThis position will be occupied in Villach. It is subject to the Austrian Collective Bargaining Agreement for Employees in the Metal Technology Industry in occupation group E-F, depending on Education. A higher payment is negotiable depending on expertise and skills. The monthly salary is paid 14 times per year.The position is hired through a third party agency.Villach - a great place to live and workFollow the link www.welcome2villach.at and you will find on the spot the most important information about living, working and studying in and around Villach/AustriaOur commitmentWe believe it is important for every person to feel valued, included, and empowered to achieve their full potential. By bringing unique individuals and viewpoints together, we achieve extraordinary results.Lam Research (\"Lam\" or the \"Company\") is an equal opportunity employer. Lam is committed to and reaffirms support of equal opportunity in employment and non-discrimination in employment policies, practices and procedures on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, or military and veteran status or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. It is the Company's intention to comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Company policy prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees.Lam offers a variety of work location models based on the needs of each role. Our hybrid roles combine the benefits of on-site collaboration with colleagues and the flexibility to work remotely and fall into two categories – On-site Flex and Virtual Flex. ‘On-site Flex’ you’ll work 3+ days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, with the opportunity to work remotely for the balance of the week. ‘Virtual Flex’ you’ll work 1-2 days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, and remotely the rest of the time.