Tax Manager or Tax Senior Manager, Tax Ops Global Tax Accounting & Reporting

Job Opportunity At Applied Materials

Applied Materials is a 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 push the boundaries of materials science and engineering to create next generation technology, join us to deliver material innovation that changes the world.

Salary: $136,000.00 - $187,000.00 Location: Austin, TX, Santa Clara, CA

You'll 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 possiblewhile learning every day in a supportive leading global company.

At Applied Materials, we care about the health and wellbeing of our employees. 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.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare quarterly and annual income tax provisions under ASC 740, with the assistance of a senior tax analyst and guidance from the Tax Director. Identify enhancements to the quarterly and annual tax provision processes and U.S. tax compliance including automation and use of AI. Assist in developing processes that synergize tax provision and tax compliance computations. Assist with SOX internal control compliance. Assist with the review of certain foreign tax provisions. Assist with the preparation and review of U.S. income tax compliance. Monitor legislative and regulatory tax law developments and evaluate impacts. Research, evaluate and document tax implications of complex business transactions. Collaborate and partner with members of the Global Tax Team and other Finance teams to provide global tax accounting support including tax planning, internal cash tax and effective tax rate forecasting. Provide tax operations support to special tax projects, including cross-border structuring, financing, cash repatriation, and M&A projects. Provide technical training, oversight and guidance to less experienced members of the tax team.

Critical Skills

Deep technical ASC 740 tax accounting expertise and solid knowledge of accounting. 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

Significant experience in managing complex global income tax provisions. Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related discipline; Master's degree a plus. CPA a plus. 7-12+ years of tax experience in public accounting or large multi-national corporations, with an emphasis on tax accounting. Experience with Corporate Alternative Minimum Tax a plus. Basic working knowledge of US international tax a plus. Familiarity with technology and AI and automation tools (Alteryx, Tableau, Copilot 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.

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. 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.