Director of Strategic Finance - AI Group
About The Position
At AMD, the mission is to build great products that accelerate next-generation computing experiences—from AI and data centers, to PCs, gaming and embedded systems. The company fosters a culture of innovation and collaboration, believing that progress comes from bold ideas, human ingenuity, and a shared passion. Joining AMD means being part of a culture that pushes innovation limits, solves important challenges, and strives for execution excellence while being direct, humble, collaborative, and inclusive. The Director of Strategic Finance will report to the Sr Director of Finance and be a key member of the AI Group (AIG) Finance leadership team. This highly visible leadership role serves as the primary finance business partner for AMD's Artificial Intelligence Group's strategic activities, driving financial analysis for complex commercial activities and strategic initiatives, and providing critical business insights and decision support. This position supports AMD's number one strategic priority and requires significant interaction with senior executives and cross-functional leaders.
Requirements
- Progressive experience in relevant Finance roles, with a significant portion in strategic finance or senior FP&A positions.
- Proven ability to identify key strategic issues, define and perform complex analyses, and influence decisions at the executive level.
- Demonstrated experience in strategic finance, FP&A, or corporate finance within a complex, global organization.
- Expertise in financial modeling, forecasting, and analysis; proficiency with advanced Excel expertise.
- Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to articulate complex financial concepts clearly and concisely to diverse audiences.
- Self-motivated, intellectually curious, and comfortable with ambiguity, possessing a proactive approach to problem-solving.
- Demonstrated experience managing and leading teams.
- Proven ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-growth, and challenging environment.
- Thorough understanding of accounting principles (GAAP).
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
Nice To Haves
- Semiconductor or high-tech industry experience is strongly preferred.
- MBA, CFA, and/or CPA strongly preferred.
Responsibilities
- Lead finance activities supporting key growth opportunities (strategic engagements, commercial negotiations, etc.) within the AI Group.
- Key advisor to the AI Group leadership, providing insights and recommendations to drive business performance and achieve strategic objectives.
- Develop, maintain, and oversee sophisticated financial models to support strategic decision-making, scenario planning, and overall company impact.
- Prepare and present insightful financial analysis, reports, and strategic recommendations to senior management and key stakeholders.
- Drive financial strategy alignment with the AI Group's goals and objectives, collaborating extensively with cross-functional teams (Engineering, Sales, Marketing, Operations).
- Partner with AIG leadership to identify, evaluate, and prioritize strategic investment opportunities, assessing financial impact and return on investment (ROI) to optimize resource allocation.
- Implement and refine financial processes and tools to improve efficiency, accuracy, and insight generation.
Benefits
- AMD benefits at a glance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
