**Who We Are** Applied Materials is the global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. We design, build and service cutting-edge equipment that helps our customers manufacture display and semiconductor chips – the brains of devices we use every day. As the foundation of the global electronics industry, Applied enables the exciting technologies that literally connect our world – like AI and IoT. If you want to work beyond the cutting-edge, continuously pushing the boundaries of science and engineering to make possible the next generations of technology, join us to Make Possible® a Better Future. **What We Offer** Salary: $83,000.00 - $114,000.00 Location: Santa Clara,CA At Applied, we prioritize the well-being of you and your family and encourage you to bring your best self to work. Your happiness, health, and resiliency are at the core of our benefits and wellness programs. Our robust total rewards package makes it easier to take care of your whole self and your whole family. We’re committed to providing programs and support that encourage personal and professional growth and care for you at work, at home, or wherever you may go. Learn more about our benefits (https://hrportal.ehr.com/applied/) . You’ll also benefit from a supportive work culture that encourages you to learn, develop and grow your career as you take on challenges and drive innovative solutions for our customers. We empower our team to push the boundaries of what is possible—while learning every day in a supportive leading global company. Visit our Careers website to learn more about careers at Applied. Leverage your foundational knowledge of US GAAP to support the accounting team in providing accurate and compliant guidance for company transactions (excluding those related to orders and revenue recognition). In this role, you will contribute to the development and maintenance of accounting policies and help ensure alignment with company standards and US GAAP. As part of the Chief Accounting Officer’s organization, you will work closely with experienced team members to assist in implementing accounting policies, system solutions, and internal controls. This is a great opportunity for someone early in their career who is eager to learn, grow, and make an impact in a dynamic, collaborative environment. **Responsibilities** + Assist in drafting, updating, and maintaining internal accounting policies in IQMS + Help ensure policy accuracy by understanding transaction flows and internal controls + Conduct preliminary research on accounting topics to support policy development and interpretation + Support finance system updates and implementations, including testing and documentation + Assist in reviewing quarterly balance sheet packages and reports submitted by business or supporting teams + Perform basic analytical reviews of financial accounts to identify trends and discrepancies **Requirements** + Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or a related field + 1–2 years of relevant experience in Accounting or Finance + Basic to intermediate understanding of accounting principles and US GAAP; able to analyze routine transactions and apply standard procedures + Effective written and verbal communication skills to explain accounting concepts and contribute to documentation + Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and maintain desktop procedures + Collaborative and flexible team player, willing to support peers and act as a backup when needed + Confidence, good judgment, energy and personality to work in a dynamic environment across all levels of management and geographies. **Additional Information** **Time Type:** Full time **Employee Type:** Assignee / Regular **Travel:** No **Relocation Eligible:** No The salary offered to a selected candidate will be based on multiple factors including location, hire grade, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and with consideration of internal equity of our current team members. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and a stock award program, as applicable. For all sales roles, the posted salary range is the Target Total Cash (TTC) range for the role, which is the sum of base salary and target bonus amount at 100% goal achievement. Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. In addition, Applied endeavors to make our careers site (https://www.appliedmaterials.com/us/en/careers.html) accessible to all users. 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