Senior Financial Analyst

About Silvaco, Inc.

For over four decades, Silvaco, based in Silicon Valley, California and with global locations around the world has solved semiconductor design challenges by offering affordable and competitive TCAD (Technology Computer Aided Design) software, EDA (Electronic Design Automation) software, proven design IP (intellectual property), and world class support to engineers and researchers across the globe. Silvaco solutions span from atoms to systems: starting with simulation of material behavior impacting semiconductor devices, to design and analysis of transistor circuits, and lastly providing IP blocks for systems-on-chip (SoC) designs. Our solutions are deployed in production flows across broad industry segments such as leading display companies, automotive OEM suppliers, and top Memory, 5G, and IoT (internet of things) providers. 

Silvaco is seeking a highly analytical and results-driven Senior Financial Analyst to join our FP&A team and play a critical role in scaling our financial operations during a period of high growth.  

JOB SUMMARY 

In this pivotal role, you'll work across the full P&L to support financial planning, forecasting, analysis, and reporting activities. You will partner closely with senior leaders and business partners to deliver actionable insights, drive strategic decisions, and help evolve our financial processes as we scale. This is a hands-on role in a fast-paced, Excel-driven environment, supporting financial operations across the P&L as we prepare for a future ERP transition. 

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on financial professional who enjoys solving complex problems, building financial models from scratch, and contributing to high-impact decision-making. 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES; include but not limited to: 

• Own and drive the annual budgeting and periodic forecasting processes in partnership with department leaders and executive management. 

• Collaborate with HR and Talent Acquisition to manage and forecast headcount plans, including hiring cadence, compensation planning, and workforce-related expenses. 

• Partner with Accounting and Revenue teams to ensure financial forecasts align with ASC 606 revenue recognition principles and actual revenue timing. 

• Perform detailed financial and operational analyses, including variance analysis, scenario modeling, and trend reporting across the P&L. 

• Build and maintain dynamic Excel-based financial models and tools to forecast financial performance and evaluate strategic initiatives. 

• Partner with business leaders at the VP/SVP level to provide decision support and data-driven insights that influence business strategy. 

• Develop dashboards and KPIs to measure and track financial and operational performance. 

• Lead or support initiatives to streamline and automate planning, reporting, and data workflows—leveraging Excel, Power Query, AI tools, and eventually ERP/BI systems. 

• Work cross-functionally with Accounting, Sales, Marketing, and Operations to improve forecast accuracy and data integrity. 

• Help lay the groundwork for our future financial systems infrastructure, including transition planning toward ERP and FP&A software. 

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

• 7+ years of progressive experience in Financial Planning & Analysis, preferably within high-growth, SaaS or technology-driven environments. 

• Experience supporting headcount planning and workforce forecasting, including coordination with HR and recruiting functions. 

• Strong understanding of GAAP and ASC 606 revenue recognition principles, and ability to partner with Accounting to reflect revenue accurately in forecasts. 

• Strong financial modeling and forecasting skills with advanced Excel proficiency (pivot tables, index-match, array formulas, Power Query, etc.). 

• Experience working with large and complex datasets across multiple systems. 

• BA/BS in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field. 

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• Experience with BI tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) or financial planning systems (e.g., Hyperion, Adaptive, Anaplan). 

• Exposure to ERP systems such as Sage Intacct or NetSuite. 

• Interest or experience in leveraging AI/automation tools to modernize finance processes. 

• Experience in the semiconductor or software/SaaS industries. 

• Proven ability to operate independently, prioritize competing demands, and take ownership of complex analytical workstreams. 

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to tailor presentations for Executive-level stakeholders. 

• High attention to detail, intellectual curiosity, and a process improvement mindset. 

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $105,327 - 124,513. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location, and the range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location, role-related knowledge and skills, depth of experience, relevant education or training, and additional role-related considerations.
Depending on the position offered, equity, bonuses, commission, or other forms of compensation may also be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits.

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER 

At Silvaco, we do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. 

If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at 408.567.1000. 

https://www.silvaco.com/