Financial Accountant - Rotational in Global Accounting and Financial Services

Advanced Micro Devices; Penang; On-site; MYR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Penang, Malaysia is seeking a finance professional for a unique rotational role in Global Accounting and Financial Services. This position offers exposure to various financial functions, driving process improvements, and gaining a holistic understanding of financial operations. Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting, strong analytical and communication skills, and 2-5 years of relevant experience. The role includes responsibilities such as month-end close processes, budgeting, and collaborating across functions.

Benefits

AMD benefits at a glance

Qualifications

• 2 - 5 years of related working experience.
• Prior experience in finance or accounting roles.
• Experience in process improvement or project-based work is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in month-end and year-end close processes, reconciliations, and reporting.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Prepare and present financial insights and updates to leadership.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Collaborative mindset

Communication skills

Stakeholder management abilities

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field

MBA or CPA

Tools

SAP S4

Excel

Power Automate

Power BI

Job description

WHAT YOU DO AT AMD CHANGES EVERYTHING

At AMD, our mission is to build great products that accelerate next-generation computing experiences—from AI and data centers, to PCs, gaming and embedded systems. Grounded in a culture of innovation and collaboration, we believe real progress comes from bold ideas, human ingenuity and a shared passion to create something extraordinary. When you join AMD, you’ll discover the real differentiator is our culture. We push the limits of innovation to solve the world’s most important challenges—striving for execution excellence, while being direct, humble, collaborative, and inclusive of diverse perspectives. Join us as we shape the future of AI and beyond.

Together, we advance your career.

THE ROLE:

This unique rotational role within Global Accounting and Financial Services (GAFS) offers exposure tovarious accounting and financial functionsincluding Record-to-Report (R2R), Order-to-Cash (O2C), Procure-to-Pay (P2P), and Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A). The GlobalBusinessService Support team member will rotate across modules to support globalbusinessoperations, drive process improvements, and gain a holistic understanding of AMD’s financial ecosystem.

THE PERSON:

You are a proactive and adaptable finance professional who thrives in dynamic environments. You bring strong analytical skills, a collaborative mindset, and a passion for continuous learning. You are comfortable navigating ambiguity and are eager to contribute across diverse teams and functions.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Participate in rotational assignments across GAFS functions to support global financial operations.
• Assist in month-end and year-end close processes, reconciliations, and reporting.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis across different modules.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and implement process improvements.
• Prepare and present financial insights and updates to leadership.
• Contribute to global projects and initiatives, including automation and standardization efforts.
• Document learnings and best practices from each rotation to support knowledge sharing and onboarding.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

• Prior experience in finance or accounting roles, preferably in a shared services or multinational environment.
• 2 - 5 years of related working experience.
• Exposure to ERP systems (SAP S4 preferred), advanced Excel skills, Power Automate & Power BI will be an added advantage.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Experience in process improvement or project-based work is a plus.

ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• MBA or CPA is an advantage.

LOCATION:

Penang, Malaysia

Benefits offered are described: AMD benefits at a glance.

AMD does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services. AMD and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity, inclusive employers and will consider all applicants without regard to age, ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, political and/or third-party affiliation, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates and will accommodate applicants’ needs under the respective laws throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process.