What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sr. Director Technical Accounting position at AMD?
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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.
The Role
The Sr. Director of Technical Accounting will report to the Corporate Vice President of Technical & Revenue Accounting and serve as a key member of the technical accounting and corporate leadership team. This position leads the interpretation and application of complex accounting standards, with a focus on highly complex structures as well as collaboration with business partners. This position is the primary accounting business partner for AMD's strategic contracts and structuring activities, responsible for driving the accounting analysis for complex commercial activities and strategic initiatives, providing critical business insights and decision support. This is a highly visible leadership role supporting, demanding significant interaction with senior executives and cross-functional leaders.
The Person
We are seeking a strategic, results-oriented leader with a strong bias for action and a proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. The ideal candidate will be current on market dynamics with complex structures involving financial instruments, comfortable navigating ambiguity, and adept at communicating complex accounting to senior executives. You must possess strong leadership qualities, take ownership of the accounting aspects, drive continuous improvement, establish best practices, and partner with the business and their financial partners building strong partnerships across the organization.
Key Responsibilities
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA (Active) required.
LOCATION: Santa Clara, CA
This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
Benefits offered are described: AMD benefits at a glance.
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.
AMD may use Artificial Intelligence to help screen, assess or select applicants for this position. AMD’s “Responsible AI Policy” is available here.
This posting is for an existing vacancy.
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.
The Role
The Sr. Director of Technical Accounting will report to the Corporate Vice President of Technical & Revenue Accounting and serve as a key member of the technical accounting and corporate leadership team. This position leads the interpretation and application of complex accounting standards, with a focus on highly complex structures as well as collaboration with business partners. This position is the primary accounting business partner for AMD's strategic contracts and structuring activities, responsible for driving the accounting analysis for complex commercial activities and strategic initiatives, providing critical business insights and decision support. This is a highly visible leadership role supporting, demanding significant interaction with senior executives and cross-functional leaders.
The Person
We are seeking a strategic, results-oriented leader with a strong bias for action and a proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. The ideal candidate will be current on market dynamics with complex structures involving financial instruments, comfortable navigating ambiguity, and adept at communicating complex accounting to senior executives. You must possess strong leadership qualities, take ownership of the accounting aspects, drive continuous improvement, establish best practices, and partner with the business and their financial partners building strong partnerships across the organization.
Key Responsibilities
- Research and interpret accounting guidance for complex business transactions, especially financial instruments (derivatives, hedges, debt, leases, financial guarantees, VIE’s and equity investments).
- Lead implementation of new accounting standards and policy updates, as applicable
- Provide technical accounting guidance to internal teams (strategy & corporate development, finance, treasury, legal, reporting).
- Oversee accounting for fair value measurements and valuation methodologies
- Review accounting memos and position papers.
- Support preparation and review of financial statements and disclosures.
- Lead and mentor technical accounting team members.
- Experience in technical accounting.
- Big 4 accounting experience at the senior manager level.
- Rotation in a National Office role at a Big 4 preferred.
- Strong expertise in financial instruments and various related structures
- Semiconductor or high-tech industry experience is strongly preferred.
- Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to articulate complex accounting and financial concepts clearly and concisely to diverse audiences.
- Self-motivated, intellectually curious, and comfortable with ambiguity, possessing a proactive approach to problem-solving.
- Prior leadership experience.
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA (Active) required.
LOCATION: Santa Clara, CA
This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
Benefits offered are described: AMD benefits at a glance.
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.
AMD may use Artificial Intelligence to help screen, assess or select applicants for this position. AMD’s “Responsible AI Policy” is available here.
This posting is for an existing vacancy.
Salary : $234,000 - $351,000