Senior FP&A Analyst, Finance Operations

Altera is empowering the future through programmable solutions that accelerate innovation across cloud, communications, data center, industrial, automotive, and edge applications. As a newly independent company, Altera offers a unique opportunity to help build and scale a high-growth organization while shaping the future of programmable technology.

Altera is seeking a highly analytical and business-focused Senior FP&A Analyst, Finance Operations to support financial planning, forecasting, reporting, and operational decision-making across the organization. This role will partner closely with Finance leadership, Accounting, Business Operations, Supply Chain, Engineering, and Corporate Functions to provide actionable insights that drive performance and enable strategic growth.

The ideal candidate combines strong financial modeling and business partnering skills with a proactive, data-driven approach to identifying opportunities for operational efficiency and financial optimization.

Key Responsibilities

• Support annual planning, quarterly forecasting, and monthly financial close activities.
• Develop and maintain financial models for operating expenses, headcount, capital expenditures, and key business initiatives.
• Partner with functional leaders to analyze spending trends, budget performance, and resource requirements.
• Prepare monthly management reporting packages, variance analyses, and executive presentations.
• Drive financial insights and recommendations that improve operational efficiency and business performance.
• Monitor and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs), providing visibility into financial and operational results.
• Support long-range planning and strategic initiatives through scenario modeling and financial analysis.
• Assist in the development and enhancement of financial reporting processes, planning systems, and dashboard automation.
• Collaborate closely with Accounting during month-end and quarter-end close processes to ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Evaluate investments, cost savings opportunities, and business cases for new initiatives.
• Partner with Finance Operations teams to improve planning processes, governance, and operational rigor.
• Support ad hoc analyses, executive requests, and cross-functional finance projects.

The pay range below is for Bay Area California only. Actual salary may vary based on a number of factors including job location, job-related knowledge, skills, experiences, trainings, etc. We also offer incentive opportunities that reward employees based on individual and company performance. 

$133.2K - $212.7K USD

We use artificial intelligence to screen, assess, or select applicants for the position. Applicants must be eligible for any required U.S. export authorizations.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in FP&A, Corporate Finance, Strategic Finance, or related financial analysis roles.
• Advanced financial modeling, forecasting, and analytical skills.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and financial planning tools.
• Experience with ERP and planning systems such as SAP, Oracle, Workday Adaptive Planning, Anaplan, or similar platforms.
• Strong business partnering and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting technology, semiconductor, hardware, or manufacturing organizations.
• Experience with business intelligence and visualization tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or SQL.
• MBA, CPA, CFA, or other relevant professional certification.
• Experience with headcount planning, operating expense management, and executive-level reporting.
• Demonstrated ability to influence decision-making through data-driven insights.

What You'll Bring

• Strong attention to detail with the ability to translate complex financial data into actionable business recommendations.
• Intellectual curiosity and a continuous improvement mindset.
• Ability to work independently while building strong cross-functional relationships.
• A collaborative approach and willingness to thrive in a dynamic, high-growth environment.
• Strong ownership mentality and commitment to delivering high-quality results.

Why Join Altera

• Opportunity to help shape a newly independent, high-growth technology company.
• Exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision-making.
• Meaningful impact across finance and business operations.
• Collaborative culture focused on innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Competitive compensation, bonus, and long-term equity opportunities.