Finance Manager- Internal Controls and Compliance

AMD; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

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Job summary

AMD, located in Austin, TX, seeks a Manager of Internal Controls and Compliance to lead the development, execution, and continuous improvement of AMD’s internal controls program. The role ensures SOX and PCAOB compliance for end-to-end processes and partners with IT, process owners, and auditors to scale control solutions.

The ideal candidate has extensive external audit and/or internal controls experience, including Big 4 exposure, and hands-on ownership of SOX programs for large public tech

Qualifications

• Experience in SOX compliance and internal controls for U.S. public companies.
• Big 4 or equivalent public accounting experience.
• Experience auditing large, tech-driven environments (semiconductor, hardware a plus).
• Knowledge of COSO framework and PCAOB standards.
• Ability to manage multiple workstreams and influence cross-functional partners.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for assigned SOX process areas and collaborate with business owners and auditors to ensure efficient and effective compliance with SOX requirements, including design, documentation and operating effectiveness of internal controls
• Perform in annual SOX planning activities, including risk assessment, scoping, financial statement mapping, control rationalization, gap analysis, and identification of key controls and reports.
• Maintain and execute the SOX testing calendar, coordinating closely with process owners, IT teams, internal audit and external auditors to meet all deadlines
• Serve as trusted advisor to process owners on control design and implementation of effective internal controls, emphasizing automation opportunities and scalability
• Partner with IT and business teams on system implementations and enhancements to ensure SOX requirements are embedded in design, SDLC and change management processes
• Drive adoption and optimization of SOX enablement tools, including standardization, roll‑forward efficiency and evidence quality, to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the controls program
• Act as a key liaison with internal and external auditors, driving timely issue resolution and efficient audit execution
• Lead analysis, documentation and evaluation of control deficiencies, including root cause analysis, remediation planning and PCAOB‑aligned severity assessments
• Prepare clear, concise program updates for senior management and contribute to materials for the Audit and Finance Committee of the Board of Directors
• Educate and influence stakeholders across the organization on SOX expectations, documentation standards and control ownership, fostering a strong controls culture

Skills

SOX compliance

Internal controls

Auditing

Education

CPA certification

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Tools

SAP

Workiva

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.

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 designing 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 Manager of Internal Controls and Compliance plays a critical role in leading the development, execution, and continuous improvement of AMD’s internal controls program. This position ensures compliance with SOX requirements and PCAOB standards for the assigned end-to-end SOX process areas while collaborating with cross-functional teams, including IT, internal control process owners, and auditors. This position presents an opportunity to shape scalable, technology-enable control solutions and play a meaningful role in supporting a fast-growing global semiconductor organization.

The Person

The ideal candidate will have extensive external audit experience and/or internal controls, ideally including Big 4 or equivalent public accounting experience and direct ownership of SOX programs for large, complex public companies in the semiconductor or technology industry. This candidate will bring strong technical accounting and internal controls knowledge, deep familiarity with SOX and PCAOB standards, and the confidence to partner with senior finance, IT, internal auditors, and external auditors. This individual will demonstrate sound professional judgement, strong project management capabilities, excellent communication and problem‑solving skills, as well as a strong analytical mindset. Success in this role requires attention to detail, ability to operate independently to lead complex SOX process areas, collaborate effectively across functions and proactively identify and resolve risks in a fast‑paced, technology‑driven environment. A continuous improvement mindset and forward‑thinking approach to automation and scalability will be essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for assigned SOX process areas and collaborate with business owners and auditors to ensure efficient and effective compliance with SOX requirements, including design, documentation and operating effectiveness of internal controls
• Perform in annual SOX planning activities, including risk assessment, scoping, financial statement mapping, control rationalization, gap analysis, and identification of key controls and reports.
• Maintain and execute the SOX testing calendar, coordinating closely with process owners, IT teams, internal audit and external auditors to meet all deadlines
• Serve as trusted advisor to process owners on control design and implementation of effective internal controls, emphasizing automation opportunities and scalability
• Partner with IT and business teams on system implementations and enhancements to ensure SOX requirements are embedded in design, SDLC and change management processes
• Drive adoption and optimization of SOX enablement tools, including standardization, roll‑forward efficiency and evidence quality, to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the controls program
• Act as a key liaison with internal and external auditors, driving timely issue resolution and efficient audit execution
• Lead analysis, documentation and evaluation of control deficiencies, including root cause analysis, remediation planning and PCAOB‑aligned severity assessments
• Prepare clear, concise program updates for senior management and contribute to materials for the Audit and Finance Committee of the Board of Directors
• Educate and influence stakeholders across the organization on SOX expectations, documentation standards and control ownership, fostering a strong controls culture

Preferred Experience

• Proven experience in SOX compliance, internal controls, and/or external audit for U.S. public companies
• Prior Big 4 or equivalent accounting experience
• Experience executing audits of large, global, technology‑driven environments (semiconductor, hardware, or complex manufacturing a plus)
• Strong aptitude for information technology and digital tools to enhance internal controls over financial reporting,
• Experience designing and implementing AI‑driven processes and controls
• In‑depth understanding of U.S. PCAOB standards and COSO framework.
• Proven ability to manage multiple workstreams, exercise professional judgement, and influence cross‑functional partners in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment
• Proficiency in audit software and tools (e.g., SAP, Workiva, or similar) and data‑driven process improvement

Academic Credentials

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, finance, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
• CPA certification required (or equivalent).

Location

• Austin, TX

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

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