Job Details:

Job Description:

Altera is seeking a strategic and execution-oriented Vice President, Finance Programs to lead critical cross-functional finance initiatives that drive scale, operational efficiency, and business transformation. This leader will partner closely with Finance, IT, and business stakeholders to deliver key programs including finance systems transformation, process optimization, and readiness for future growth milestones (e.g., IPO, M&A, global expansion).

This role is ideal for a finance leader who thrives at the intersection of finance, technology, and program execution.

Key Responsibilities

Finance Transformation & Programs

• Lead end-to-end execution of strategic finance initiatives (ERP transformation, financial systems modernization, automation)

• Establish and drive program governance, timelines, milestones, and stakeholder alignment

• Partner with Finance leadership to evolve processes, controls, and reporting capabilities

Enterprise Systems & Process Optimization

• Oversee finance-related systems (ERP, planning tools, reporting platforms) to ensure scalability and efficiency

• Identify opportunities to streamline and automate financial workflows

• Drive standardization of global finance processes

Cross-Functional Leadership

• Act as a liaison between Finance, IT, HR, and business functions to execute complex, multi-stakeholder programs

• Ensure alignment with broader enterprise priorities and technology roadmap

IPO / M&A Readiness

• Support finance infrastructure and process readiness for IPO or major corporate events

• Lead integration planning and execution for acquisitions, as applicable

Operational Excellence & Governance

• Implement strong program management discipline, risk mitigation, and reporting

• Track KPIs and deliver measurable outcomes tied to business value

Qualifications:

• 12+ years of experience in Finance, Finance Transformation, or Program Leadership roles

• Proven track record leading large-scale finance programs (ERP implementations, system transformations)

• Strong understanding of finance processes (FP&A, accounting, reporting, controls)

• Experience working in semiconductor, technology, or high-growth global environments preferred

• Demonstrated ability to influence senior executives and drive cross-functional alignment

• Bachelor’s degree required; MBA and/or CPA preferred

Leadership Profile

• Strategic thinker with strong execution focus

• Highly collaborative and influential across functions

• Comfortable navigating ambiguity and driving change

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills

• Results-driven with a focus on impact and scalability

Why Altera

• Opportunity to lead high-impact finance transformation initiatives

• Direct exposure to executive leadership and company strategy

• Play a key role in scaling a global semiconductor business

Job Type:

Regular

Shift:

Shift 1 (United States of America)

Primary Location:

San Jose, California, United States

Additional Locations:

Posting Statement:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.