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THE ROLE:
The Staff Analyst will report to the Director of Strategic Finance and serve as a key member of the AI Group (AIG) Finance team. This role acts as a finance partner to the AI and GPU business, supporting Cloud and Hyperscaler engagements, Contract Review Board (CRB) management, and deal-related financial analysis.
The position sits at the intersection of finance and business operations—providing financial modeling, contract analysis, and reporting to support commercial decision-making. This role will work closely with Business Development, Sales, Legal, Accounting, and cross-functional teams to evaluate deal economics, ensure alignment on financial assumptions, and support execution through the deal lifecycle.
This is a high-impact, execution-focused role requiring strong modeling skills, attention to detail, and the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
THE PERSON:
We are seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented finance professional who is comfortable working directly with business partners on commercial and operational topics. The ideal candidate brings strong financial modeling skills, a solid understanding of core finance and accounting concepts, and the ability to translate contract terms into financial outcomes.
You are a self-starter with a strong ownership mindset, capable of balancing structured FP&A responsibilities with deal-driven analysis.
The successful candidate communicates clearly, builds strong relationships, and thrives in a dynamic environment where priorities shift and timelines are often compressed.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Partner with Business Development and Sales to support Cloud and Hyperscaler deals, including financial modeling, scenario analysis, and business case support
- Provide financial support through the deal lifecycle, including pricing analysis, investment tracking, and evaluation of commercial terms
- Own and manage the Contract Review Board (CRB) process from a finance perspective, including coordinating reviews, preparing materials, and ensuring financial risks and impacts are clearly understood and communicated
- Review and interpret customer contracts and deal terms to assess financial implications and ensure alignment with internal assumptions and policies
- Build and maintain financial models to evaluate deal economics, profitability, and key sensitivities
- Partner with Accounting and Finance teams to ensure appropriate financial treatment and alignment on assumptions
- Develop and deliver reporting and presentations to support deal approvals, business reviews, and leadership updates
- Create and improve tools, templates, and processes to drive consistency and scalability in deal analysis and CRB workflows
- Perform ad hoc analysis and provide insights to support business decision-making in a fast-paced environment
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:
- Proven experience in FP&A, commercial finance, or related roles
- Strong financial modeling skills with advanced proficiency in Excel
- Experience supporting customer deals, pricing, or contract-related financial analysis
- Familiarity with contract review and interpreting financial/commercial terms
- Working knowledge of accounting concepts (e.g., revenue recognition, accruals)
- Strong communication and presentation skills, including PowerPoint, with the ability to synthesize analysis into clear insights
- Semiconductor, cloud, or broader technology industry experience preferred
ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS:
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field
- MBA, CPA, or CFA is a plus, but not required
LOCATION: San Jose, CA
This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
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