Financial Analyst - Semiconductor Business Units

Broadcom, Inc.; Irvine (CA); Hybrid; USD 73,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary annual bonus

Equity grants

401(k) with company match

ESPP

Job summary

Broadcom, Inc. is seeking an ambitious Financial Analyst to join the Semiconductor Business Unit Finance team in Irvine.

The role focuses on planning, analysis, and accounting support across product divisions, with exposure to BI tools like Incorta and ERP systems like Oracle. You will partner with engineering and operations to monitor spend, produce variance analysis, and assist in month‑end close under US GAAP.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or related field with 5+ years of finance or accounting experience, OR MBA/MS with 3+ years.
• Advanced Excel capabilities (XLOOKUP/INDEX-MATCH, Pivot Tables, data modeling).
• Foundational understanding of US GAAP and financial statement interactions.
• Strong analytical, detail‑oriented, and deadline‑driven with good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A): support budgeting, forecasting, OpEx, headcount and CapEx planning.
• Business Partnership: monitor spending trends and budget risks with division leaders.
• Variance & Performance Reporting: prepare monthly/quarterly executive packages with variance commentary.
• BI & Automation: assist in BI dashboards and automated reporting tools (Incorta).
• Month-End Close & Controls: assist close activities and SOX/compliance.

Skills

Advanced Excel

US GAAP understanding

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics

MBA or MS in Finance/Accounting

Tools

Oracle ERP

Hyperion

Essbase

Incorta

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking an ambitious, analytical Financial Analyst to join our Semiconductor Business Unit Finance organization. Reporting into the Business Unit Controller, this role provides core financial planning, analysis, and accounting support across multiple semiconductor product divisions. As an ICB2 professional, you have developed foundational financial acumen and are ready to apply your expertise to problems of moderate scope. You will evaluate variable business factors, exercise sound judgment within established procedures, and collaborate cross-functionally across global engineering, operations, and corporate teams. Straightforward tasks and recurring deliverables will be managed independently, with guidance and mentorship provided on more complex, non-routine projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)
  • Forecasting & Budgeting: Support core financial planning cadences, including quarterly forecast cycles, annual operating budgets, and long-range strategic plans for business operating expenses (OpEx), headcount, and capital expenditures (CapEx).
  • Business Partnership: Partner with division leaders and engineering program managers to monitor spending trends, evaluate run-rates, and identify budget risks and opportunities.
  • Variance & Performance Reporting: Partner with senior analysts to prepare monthly and quarterly executive review packages, analyzing actuals versus forecast/budget and delivering meaningful variance commentary.
  • Business Intelligence & Automation: Assist in designing, testing, and adopting enhanced BI dashboards and automated reporting tools (Incorta) to streamline financial reporting workflows.
• Accounting & Financial Governance
  • Month-End Close: Perform month-end and quarter-end close activities, including reviewing general ledger transactions, preparing and posting journal entries, and calculating accruals in compliance with US GAAP and corporate accounting policies.
  • Asset Tracking & Controls: Coordinate the annual fixed asset audit and reconciliation exercise across designated lab and development sites.
  • Internal Controls & Compliance: Ensure adherence to internal financial controls, company policies, and SOX compliance standards across all managed cost centers.
• Ad Hoc & Strategic Projects
  • Decision Support: Conduct ad hoc financial modeling and analysis on business initiatives, contract spend, and project investments as directed by the Business Unit Controller.
  • Process Optimization: Identify opportunities to improve financial data integrity, reporting efficiency, and cross-functional handoffs.

Job Level Criteria (Scope & Autonomy)

• Knowledge & Scope: Applies developing professional expertise and company policies/procedures to resolve a variety of routine and non-routine business issues.
• Complexity & Problem-Solving: Analyzes problems of moderate scope where evaluating multiple operational factors and data sources is required. Exercises sound judgment within established guidelines to determine appropriate action.
• Autonomy & Direction: Executes standard, recurring workflows independently; receives general guidance and objectives on new, multi-faceted assignments.
• Collaboration & Stakeholder Management: Builds productive working relationships across global teams (operations, marketing, engineering, corporate accounting).

Qualifications & Requirements

• Minimum Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field with 5+ years of professional finance or accounting experience; OR
  • Master's degree (MBA, MS in Finance/Accounting) with 3+ years of related experience.
• Technical Skills:
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel capabilities (e.g., complex formulas, XLOOKUP/INDEX-MATCH, nested logic, Pivot Tables, data modeling).
  • Foundational understanding of US GAAP, general ledger accounting, and financial statement interactions.
• Core Competencies:
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail and data accuracy.
  • Demonstrated ability to prioritize deliverables and manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, with comfort presenting findings across functional teams and international time zones.
• Preferred Qualifications:
  • Prior financial experience within the semiconductor, hardware technology, or manufacturing industry.
  • Hands-on experience with Oracle ERP and financial planning tools (Hyperion and Essbase).
  • Experience utilizing Incorta for business intelligence and data reporting.
  • Demonstrated drive to understand complex technology product lifecycles and R&D cost structures.
  • A continuous process improvement mindset, with curiosity and enthusiasm for leveraging modern financial systems, workflow automation, and emerging AI-assisted productivity tools to enhance data efficiency.

Compensation and Benefits

The annual base salary range for this position is USD 73,100.00 To USD 117,000.00

As a valued member of our team, you'll be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus and the opportunity to receive not only a competitive new hire equity grant, but also annual equity awards, connecting your success directly to the company's growth. All subject to relevant plan documents and award agreements.

If you are located outside USA, please be sure to fill out a home address as this will be used for future correspondence.

Broadcom offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package: Medical, dental and vision plans, 401(K) participation including company matching, Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), company paid holidays, paid sick leave and vacation time. The company follows all applicable laws for Paid Family Leave and other leaves of absence.

Broadcom is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We will consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability status, medical condition, pregnancy, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We will also consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records consistent with local law.