Financial Planning & Analysis, Principal

Descriptions & Requirements

Job Description and Requirements



We Are:

Synopsys is the leader in engineering solutions from silicon to systems, enabling customers to rapidly innovate AI-powered products. We deliver industry-leading silicon design, IP, simulation and analysis solutions, and design services. We partner closely with our customers across a wide range of industries to maximize their R&D capability and productivity, powering innovation today that ignites the ingenuity of tomorrow.


You Are:

You've built your career on making sense of numbers that actually drive the business, not just fill a spreadsheet. You see patterns in financial data before most people finish pulling the report. You have a knack for spotting risks and surfacing opportunities, and you enjoy being the person leadership trusts to flag what matters most-early. You thrive on variety: one day you're dissecting a budget with Anaplan, the next you're building a model in Excel that helps set the long-term strategy. You don't just run reports, you turn analysis into action and know how to frame recommendations so decision-makers pay attention. You're comfortable digging in on your own but know when to bring people together for clarity or buy-in. You like working with tools that make your job more efficient, and you're always experimenting with new ways to visualize the story behind the numbers. Accuracy is your baseline, integrity is your standard, and you're happiest when you know your work has a direct line to business results. At Synopsys, you'll find a finance team that values your initiative and a company where your analysis shapes what happens next.


What You'll Be Doing:

• Guiding the FP&A team to deliver accurate monthly forecasts that actually help hit annual financial targets, not just check a box
• Consolidating and reviewing budgets and forecasts so leadership gets a clear, aligned view of where things stand
• Reporting actuals, working side by side with partners across FP&A to explain variances in plain language, not just numbers
• Surfacing unexpected expenses, risks, or opportunities to leadership before they become surprises
• Leading ad hoc financial projects and deep-dive analyses that inform key business decisions
• Using tools like Anaplan, SAP, Oracle, and Excel to build dashboards and models that make complex data easy to act on
• Running variance analyses, tracking KPIs, and recommending process tweaks for more efficient operations
• Developing long-term financial projections and building models that help set Synopsys' strategic direction
• Collaborating with accounting to make sure financial reporting is both compliant and right the first time
• Driving improvements in reporting, creating standard and custom dashboards that bring transparency to the numbers

The Impact You Will Have

• Shape Synopsys' financial strategy through sharp, actionable budgeting, forecasting, and reporting
• Enable sustainable growth and efficiency by translating analysis into clear business recommendations
• Increase transparency for leadership with dashboards and reports that cut through the noise
• Build trust with stakeholders by consistently delivering reliable, insightful financial guidance
• Keep Synopsys' financial reporting accurate and compliant, protecting the company's reputation
• Push the team toward continuous improvement in both tools and processes, not just status quo
• Help Synopsys stay agile by identifying trends, risks, and opportunities before they show up on the P&L

What You'll Need:

• At least 8 years in Financial Planning & Analysis, with a track record in high-tech or complex business environments
• MBA or CPA preferred, but deep hands-on FP&A expertise is essential
• Advanced experience with Anaplan, SAP, Oracle, Excel, and data visualization platforms
• Strong grounding in general accounting, expense analysis, and capex analysis
• Proven ability to turn complex data into insights and recommendations leadership can use
• Comfort preparing and presenting financial information to senior stakeholders
• Experience building financial models for long-term planning is a strong plus

Who You Are:

• You spot what's important in a wall of numbers and make sure the right people see it in time
• You can explain a complex financial tradeoff to a business leader in two sentences without missing the nuance
• You're relentless about accuracy and don't let details slip, even under deadline
• You're proactive-always looking ahead to anticipate needs, risks, and opportunities
• You build genuine relationships with business partners and know how to earn trust quickly
• You adapt easily when priorities shift and help the team do the same

The Team You'll Be Part Of:

You'll join a high-performing Finance team focused on strategic planning, budgeting & forecasting, financial reporting, variance analysis, and performance measurement. The team collaborates closely with business groups across Synopsys, driving operational excellence, supporting strategic decision-making, and ensuring the company's financial health. Together, you will play a vital role in enhancing efficiency, managing costs, and enabling sustainable growth.


Rewards and Benefits:

We offer a comprehensive range of health, wellness, and financial benefits to cater to your needs. Our total rewards include both monetary and non-monetary offerings. Your recruiter will provide more details about the salary range and benefits during the hiring process.


At Synopsys, we want talented people of every background to feel valued and supported to do their best work. Synopsys considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, military veteran status, or disability.


In addition to the base salary, this role may be eligible for an annual bonus, equity, and other discretionary bonuses. Synopsys offers comprehensive health, wellness, and financial benefits as part of a competitive total rewards package. The actual compensation offered will be based on a number of job-related factors, including location, skills, experience, and education. Your recruiter can share more specific details on the total rewards package upon request. The base salary range for this role is across the U.S.