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Global Foundries Director, Internal Controls in Austin, Texas
About GlobalFoundries:
GlobalFoundries (GF) is a leading full-service semiconductor foundry providing a unique combination of design, development and fabrication services to some of the world’s most inspired technology companies. With a global manufacturing footprint spanning three continents, GlobalFoundries makes possible the technologies and systems that transform industries and give customers the power to shape their markets. For more information, visit www.gf.com.
Summary of Role:
The Director of Internal Controls has global responsibility for GF’s internal control strategy and framework, along with the related processes that support our Internal Control over Financial Reporting (ICFR). This leadership role will drive compliance with the requirements of Section 404 of the Sarbanes Oxley Act (SOX) and other related internal control and financial compliance regulations.
Essential Responsibilities:
Partner with stakeholders and business partners across the organization to evaluate internal control design and implementation, driving a best-in-class internal control framework.
Lead annual risk assessment and internal control planning to ensure company-wide risks are appropriately addressed and remediated through GF’s internal control structure.
Lead internal control team in monitoring execution of internal control processes.
Partner with Information Technology leadership team to oversee internal control structure for Information Technology General Controls (ITGCs), Application Controls (ITACs) and related controls surrounding ERP and other system implementations, upgrades and cutover.
Lead all aspects of tracking control performance/execution to ensure appropriate control activities are in place and operating to support management’s assertions underlying GF’s internal control environment.
Maximize use of Internal Control systems/tools, including AuditBoard, GRC, etc.
Oversee implementation and execution of internal controls supporting business combinations / mergers and acquisitions (M&A) activity, ensuring controls are in place to appropriately identify and value assets acquired and liabilities assumed, and reporting surrounding such activities meets applicable regulatory requirements.
Support execution of monthly financial statement close processes and Quarterly/Annual SEC reporting to ensure appropriate internal controls governing GF’s reporting cycles.
Coordinate with External Auditors in their testing and evaluation of all aspects of GF’s internal control framework, risk assessment, processes, procedures and documentation.
Partner with Internal Audit in the execution of our SOX testing procedures in the development and evaluation of management’s assessment and reporting on GF’s effectiveness of Internal Control over Financial Reporting (ICFR).
Lead company-wide training and education programs to continuously enhance internal control understanding, quality and framework.
Drive continuous improvement across internal control processes and procedures.
Other Responsibilities:
- Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all Environmental, Health, Safety and Security requirements and programs.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (Master’s Preferred)
Preferred Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
10+ years combined Big 4 Public Accounting / Industry experience
Internal Control Advisory experience with Big 4 or similar organization is preferred
Advanced understanding of accounting principles under US GAAP (IFRS experience is a plus)
Functional expertise, broad company knowledge and additional industry or business knowledge
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Project management experience – ability to develop and execute project plan, influence stakeholders, innovate and execute on solutions that matter and navigate through ambiguity
Strong planning & organizational skills
Expected Salary Range
$142,500.00 - $263,300.00
The exact Salary will be determined based on qualifications, experience and location.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at usaccommodations@gf.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.
An offer with GlobalFoundries is conditioned upon the successful completion of pre-employment conditions, as applicable, and subject to applicable laws and regulations.
GlobalFoundries is fully committed to equal opportunity in the workplace and believes that cultural diversity within the company enhances its business potential. GlobalFoundries goal of excellence in business necessitates the attraction and retention of highly qualified people. Artificial barriers and stereotypic biases detract from this objective and may be illegally discriminatory.
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