Section Manager Finance - Business Analytics, Planning and Reporting

Advanced Micro Devices; Penang; Hybrid; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

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Job summary

Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) in Penang, Malaysia, seeks a Section Manager / Staff Finance Analyst to partner with business unit leadership and manage all accounting activities, including program and product accounting, contract review, and financial reporting.

The role emphasizes SOX compliance, internal controls, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to deliver actionable business insights and drive automation in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• General finance/accounting processes or finance compliance/auditing experience is required.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate data into insights.
• Adaptable and resilient, able to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with BI tools, data analytics software and ERP systems is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Influence and guide accounting treatment of contracts/transactions for the business unit.
• Support month-end close activities including journal entries and reconciliations.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, SOX and company policies.
• Prepare and deliver financial reporting packages for leadership and ad hoc analyses.
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to align with business priorities.
• Identify process improvements and drive automation and digital transformation.

Skills

Finance processes

Analytical skills

Adaptability

AI & data analytics awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field

Master's degree

ACCA/CIMA/CPA/MIA or equivalent

Tools

Business intelligence tools

Data analytics software

ERP systems

Job description

ADVANCE YOUR CAREER. ADVANCE THE WORLD.

At AMD, we believe technology has the power to solve the world's most important challenges. From advancing healthcare and scientific discovery to powering AI and the technologies people rely on every day, innovation at AMD is shaping the future.

Whether you're redesigning next-gen processors, enabling AI breakthroughs, or bringing leading edge products to market, every role at AMD contributes to something bigger - technology that moves the world forward. Join us and, together, we'll advance your career.

THE ROLE:

The Section Manager / Staff Finance Analyst,Finance is a critical role in the success of the business. This role will partner with Business Unit leadership and other members of the Finance team to manage the accounting activities for the business unit. This includes owning all aspects of program and product accounting, contract review, internal/external audit engagement, SOX compliance, month-end close and financial reporting.

THE PERSON :

The ideal candidate should be a self-starter with a result driven approach, high sense of teamwork, positive outlook, and the ability to speak up and make recommendations in a fast-moving environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Influence and provide guidance on the accounting treatment of business unit contracts / transactions to ensure the appropriate application.
• Support month-end close activities, including the review journal entries and reconciliations.
• Ensure compliance with internal control frameworks, SOX requirements, applicable regulations, and company policies.
• Prepare, analyze, and deliver financial reporting packages for corporate and executive leadership, including management reporting, ad hoc analysis, and actionable business insights.
• Partner effectively with cross-functional stakeholders to understand business priorities, provide strategic financial guidance, and support informed decision-making.
• Identify, challenge, and enhance existing processes, controls, and ways of working to improve efficiency, effectiveness, and responsiveness to evolving business needs.
• Drive process automation and digital transformation initiatives by leveraging technology, data analytics, and AI-enabled solutions to improve efficiency, accuracy, scalability, and business insights.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• General finance/accounting processes or finance compliance/auditing experience is required.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and translate it into actionable insights.
• Adaptable and resilient, able to work effectively under pressure and manage change in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in using business intelligence tools, data analytics software, and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems is added advantage.

ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS:

Bachelor's or Master's degree, preferably with accounting or professional certifications such as ACCA, CIMA, CPA, MIA, etc is preferred.

LOCATION:

Penang, Malaysia

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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.

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This posting is for an existing vacancy.