Senior Financial Analyst - Global Operations FP&A

Advanced Micro Devices Global Services (M) Sdn. Bhd.; Bayan Lepas; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Advanced Micro Devices Global Services (M) Sdn. Bhd. in Penang, Malaysia, seeks a Senior Financial Analyst to partner with global operations finance.

You will model, forecast, and analyze costs across manufacturing, inventory, and CapEx, delivering insights for strategic decisions and performance optimization. You will collaborate with manufacturing, supply chain, procurement, and operations teams, supporting month-end close, reporting, and process improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field.
• Professional certifications such as CPA/ACCA/CMA or equivalent are preferred.
• Experience in manufacturing/operations finance or FP&A is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead and enhance financial models supporting quarterly forecasts, AOP, and long-range planning for COGS, inventory, and CapEx.
• Partner with manufacturing, supply chain, procurement, and operations for financial guidance on strategic initiatives.
• Own intra-quarter forecast and outlook processes with risks and opportunities identified.
• Perform variance analysis of actual results vs forecast, budget, and priors; communicate drivers & recommendations to leadership.
• Prepare executive-level summaries and management reporting; drive automation and analytics improvements.

Skills

Financial modeling

Data analysis

Advanced Excel

Power BI

Presentation skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field

CPA, ACCA, CMA or equivalent preferred

Tools

SAP ERP

Power BI

Snowflake

Job description

We are seeking a highly motivated and analytical Senior Financial Analyst to join AMD's Global Operations Finance (GOQ Finance) team. This role will serve as a key finance business partner supporting global manufacturing, supply chain, inventory, and capital investment activities. The successful candidate will drive financial planning, forecasting, operational analysis, and process improvements while providing actionable insights to support business decisions and optimize financial performance.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Lead and enhance financial models supporting quarterly forecasts, Annual Operating Plan (AOP), and long-range planning for Cost of Goods Sold (COGS), inventory, and capital expenditures (CapEx).

Partner with manufacturing, supply chain, procurement, and operations stakeholders to provide financial guidance and support strategic initiatives.

Own intra-quarter forecast and outlook processes, ensuring timely identification of risks, opportunities, and financial impacts.

Perform comprehensive variance analysis of actual results versus forecast, budget, and prior periods, and communicate key drivers and recommendations to leadership.

Analyze inventory, manufacturing costs, and operational metrics to improve visibility and support informed business decisions.

Support month-end and quarter-end close activities, including accruals, reclassifications, account reconciliations, financial reviews, and management reporting.

Prepare executive-level presentations, financial summaries, and decision-support materials for senior leadership reviews.

Drive continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to streamline processes, enhance reporting capabilities, and leverage automation and analytics solutions.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure financial compliance, strong internal controls, and adherence to corporate policies.

Lead or participate in special projects involving financial transformation, systems enhancements, business process improvements, and operational efficiency initiatives.

Support data governance efforts and help improve reporting accuracy through the effective use of ERP systems, reporting tools, and data platforms.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

5 years of progressive finance experience, preferably in manufacturing, operations finance, supply chain finance, or FP&A.

Strong understanding of cost accounting, inventory accounting, manufacturing operations, and financial planning processes.

Experience with ERP systems, preferably SAP, and financial planning or reporting tools.

Advanced Excel skills, including financial modeling and data analysis.

Experience with Power BI, Snowflake, data analytics, or automation tools is highly desirable.

Demonstrated ability to translate complex financial data into clear business insights and recommendations.

Strong communication and presentation skills with experience interacting with senior leaders and cross-functional stakeholders.

Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and deliver results in a fast-paced global environment.

Continuous improvement mindset with a passion for process optimization, automation, and operational excellence.

ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS

Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.

Professional certifications such as CPA, ACCA, CMA, or equivalent are preferred.

LOCATION:

Penang, Malaysia

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.

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.