Division Finance Controller

KLA; Milpitas (CA); On-site; USD 137,700 - 234,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) matching

Employee stock purchase program (ESPP)

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

KLA, a global leader in semiconductor process control and metrology, seeks a Division Controller to oversee full P&L for the division and provide strategic financial support to the Division GM and staff in Milpitas, CA. You will drive budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis across engineering, manufacturing, and commercial teams.

The role requires strong accounting foundation, advanced Excel/PowerPoint skills, and experience managing a finance team in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelors' Degree plus 8 years' experience; or Masters' Degree plus 6 years' experience; or PhD plus 3 years' experience; 2+ years of management experience
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint; experience using automation to improve reporting efficiency is a plus
• Strong financial analysis and modeling skills, including the ability to synthesize large or complex datasets.
• Working knowledge of AI enabled tools (e.g., Microsoft Copilot) to enhance financial analysis, reporting, and decision support.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Applications, Sales, Operations, Marketing, HR.
• Support annual strategic planning and budgeting; understand long-term roadmaps.
• Drive BSR - bookings, shipments, and revenue recognition processes.
• Analyze changes in manufacturing activities including headcount, capacity, and inventory.
• Monitor cost of service changes including installation, warranty, and other costs.
• Lead Opex spend vs targets and optimize efficiency.
• Own quarter-end close including variance analyses and balance sheet reviews.
• Develop financial projections and ROI models; present PLC reviews to executives.
• Lead and develop a finance team of analysts.
• Analyze customer deals and sales trends; manage product transitions.
• Improve financial and business models for better business insights.
• Lead process improvement initiatives.
• Partner with senior leaders to understand investment needs and cost drivers.

Skills

Financial analysis

Financial modeling

Excel

PowerPoint

AI tools Copilot

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

PhD

8+ years experience

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Automation reporting tools

Job description

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

KLA is looking for a Division Controller. The Division Controller is responsible for the full P&L and coordinating and providing finance support for the Division General Manager and his staff, offering continuous career growth and a highly collaborative team environment.

Key Responsibilities

• This position works cross-functionally with other teams including Engineering, Applications, Sales, Operations, Marketing, HR.
• Support annual strategic planning and budgeting process and understanding long term Engineering development roadmaps.
• Driving Bookings, Shipments and Revenue (BSR) recognition process.
• Understanding changes in Manufacturing activities for the Division. Including Headcount planning, production capacity, inventory controls.
• Responsible for understanding changes in Cost of service for the Division, including spending on installation, warranty and other cost of service
• Lead and drive Opex Spend vs target alignment.
• Own quarter end close process for the business, including variance analysis of actual to forecasts, balance sheet review and reconciliations.
• Own financial projections and return on investment models for engineering programs and present financials product life cycle (PLC) review meetings to executive management
• Run and develop a highly dedicated finance team of financial analysts
• Understanding of customer deals and analysis of sales trends including product transitions
• Review and improve financial and business models to provide the business additional insight to make decisions on improving the business.
• Lead process improvement projects.
• Partner with senior organizational leaders to understand business requirements, investment needs, and to develop an excellent understanding of cost drivers and P&Ls for their respective groups.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong team player with a positive attitude and a high sense of ownership and accountability
• Solid accounting foundation with the ability to apply accounting principles to financial analysis
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint, experience using automation to improve reporting efficiency is a plus
• Strong financial analysis and modeling skills, including the ability to synthesize large or complex datasets.
• Working knowledge of AI enabled tools (e.g., Microsoft Copilot) to enhance financial analysis, reporting, and decision support.
• Ability to manage deadlines in a fastpaced environment, prioritize effectively, and multitask.
• High attention to detail and quality of work, with a strong motivation to learn and improve.
• Proven ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders and proactively solve problems independently.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelors' Degree plus 8 years' experience; or Masters' Degree plus 6 years' experience; or PhD plus 3 years' experience; 2+ years of management experience

Base Pay Range: $137,700.00 - $234,100.00 AnnuallyPrimary Location: USA-CA-Milpitas-KLAKLA's total rewards package for employees may also include participation in performance incentive programs and eligibility for additional benefits including but not limited to: medical, dental, vision, life, and other voluntary benefits, 401(K) including company matching, employee stock purchase program (ESPP), student debt assistance, tuition reimbursement program, development and career growth opportunities and programs, financial planning benefits, wellness benefits including an employee assistance program (EAP), paid time off and paid company holidays, and family care and bonding leave.

Interns are eligible for some of the benefits listed. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed reflects the pay for this position in the primary location identified in this posting. Actual pay depends on several factors, including state minimum pay wage rates, location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education level or training. We are committed to complying with all applicable federal and state minimum wage requirements where applicable. If applicable, your recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

KLA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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. Please contact us at [e-mail] or at [phone] to request accommodation.