You are the managerial accountant in a publicly-traded company (Applied Materials). Your primary responsibility is to make sure the operations of the company run smoothly and each department is meeting its goals. You are required to keep a journal throughout the course (I will email), and you are also responsible for researching, recommending, and answering journal questions. Your paper should address the following: I. Introduction and Overview a. A brief description of the company and its history b. An overview of the industry and where the organization fits within the industry (above or below the industry average, within the industry norm, etc.) Does the company’s standing in the industry help or hinder its success? c. Possible major concerns or issues d. An ethical situation potentially facing the company and suggestions on how to deal with the situation II. Journal Entries a. Answer the questions including any comments or recommendations you may have. b. Provide a flexible budget for your organization. c. Answer the following question: How might increased sales or increased revenue impact your organization’s pricing strategy and market potential? III. Conclusion and Recommendations a. Provide a sound, qualitative conclusion of the information you have gathered b. Provide any recommendations to help the organization achieve its goals faster or better c. Include any other considerations viable to the success of the organization Citations of original works within the presentation must follow APA guidelines.