Principal Analyst Finance Bus Operations

About GlobalFoundries:

- GlobalFoundries 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.

Introduction:

The Principal Analyst is a senior staff role within the Finance Capability Group, responsible for supporting, coordinating, and driving business-readiness and transformation activities across the entire Order to Cash (O2C) value stream-including both commercial and finance processes.

Additional knowledge of Global Trade Compliance (GTC) and Treasury is preferred.

- This position partners closely with the Capability Global Lead (CGL), and cross-functional stakeholders-including Data & Analytics, IT, other Capability Groups, and external partners-to enable process harmonization, manage risks, and deliver value across all relevant projects and initiatives.

- This role is designed as a developmental step toward the Business Manager / Business Readiness Lead position.

- The Analyst will gain hands-on experience in readiness leadership, stakeholder engagement, and program management, preparing for future advancement.

Essential Responsibilities:

- Support and coordinate business-readiness activities for transformation programs, process changes, and technology implementations across the full O2C value stream (commercial and finance), with additional focus on GTC and Treasury as needed.

- Assist in developing and maintaining business readiness roadmaps, project plans, and dashboards.

- Track and escalate risks, issues, and readiness gaps under the guidance of the CGL; support the design of mitigation strategies.

- Prepare draft executive-ready presentations, dashboards, and reports for review by the CGL.

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Data & Analytics, IT, other Capability Groups, external partners) to ensure alignment and successful delivery of program objectives.

- Participate in process mapping, documentation, compliance checks, and business process harmonization efforts.

- Support process improvement initiatives and contribute to harmonization projects.

- Perform all activities safely and responsibly and support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements and programs.

- Work and collaborate on other projects and/or assignments as needed.

Job Complexity:

- Works on moderately complex problems that require analysis of data and situations.

- Applies judgment within established procedures, practices, and policies; escalates complex issues to the CGL.

- Integrates work across departments and considers global impact under supervision.

Accountability:

- Delivers assigned work on time and with accuracy, ensuring alignment with Capability Group objectives.

- Maintains clear and timely communication with the CGL and project leads.

- Contributes to process improvement and harmonization efforts, supporting the CGL's accountability for transformation outcomes.

Relationship Focus:

- Builds and maintains cross-functional and cross-regional partnerships.

- Collaborates with cross-functional teams, including Data & Analytics, IT, other Capability Groups, and external partners.

- Build relationships with internal customers and subject matter experts.

- Participates in formal and informal networks to support program objectives and stakeholder engagement.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

- Foundational understanding of Order to Cash (O2C) processes, including both commercial and finance aspects.

- Awareness of global trade compliance and treasury operations.

- Experience with business process harmonization (BPH) projects.

- Familiarity with Oracle systems; preferred experience with SAP modules such as SD (Sales & Distribution), RM (Receivable Management), GTS (Global Trade Services), and TRM (Treasury), including Quantum.

- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work in a fast-paced, global environment.

- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).

- Business-level English required; additional languages a plus.

Education & Experience:

- Bachelor's or master's degree in finance, Business Administration, Information Systems, or related field.

- 5-7 years of progressive experience in finance, business operations, project management, or transformation environments.

- Proven track record supporting business readiness, process improvement, or change management activities for large-scale, cross-functional projects.

- Experience collaborating with cross-functional and global teams.

- Prior exposure to Order to Cash (O2C) processes is required; additional experience with Global Trade Compliance (GTC) and Treasury is preferred.

- This position may require occasional travel and flexible working hours to support global teams.

- The role is designed for professional growth, with exposure to all aspects of business readiness and capability management, and the potential to develop into future leadership roles.

- GlobalFoundries is an equal opportunity employer, cultivating a diverse and inclusive workforce.