Manager SEC Reporting and Compliance

Summary of Role:

GlobalFoundries is hiring a Manager of SEC Reporting. The Manager of SEC Reporting is a core member of the Finance team. This is a critical role with the unique opportunity to roll up your sleeves and help build certain functions from the ground up. This position will lead the continued development of a world class global accounting organization with responsibility for a broad portfolio of areas including SEC reporting and will also support technical accounting, risk and compliance (including Sarbanes-Oxley) and treasury accounting.

This role will play an integral part in GlobalFoundries’ growth and success and will be part of a savvy accounting team and collaborate closely with cross functional departments including Legal, Investor Relations and FP&A as well as interface with outside advisors and auditors. This position reports to the Head of SEC Reporting.

The ideal candidate is a self-starter, a great communicator and enjoys collaborating with people with a diverse set of talents.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Ensure compliance and timely filing of all SEC filing and Earnings Release.

• Prepare and streamline monthly cashflow reporting and analysis including working capital.

• Maintain a detailed SEC Reporting calendar.

• Update, review and maintain accounting policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with appropriate IFRS requirements.

• Actively participate in company/business initiatives and projects, including operationalizing the accounting for new transactions, and accounting standards.

• Evaluate processes/controls to improve efficiency (through various techniques such as process streamlining and/or automation) and effectiveness on a continuous basis.

• Ensure compliance documentation in support of external and internal audit requirements.

• Coordinate key timelines and deliverables with the Investor Relations and Corporate Accounting teams, and work collaboratively with various business partners to ensure timely, accurate and complete reporting and public filings

• Develop and execute effective internal controls in relation to the SEC reporting process, play key role in disclosure committee processes, including meetings, certifications and resolution of matters identified

• Proactively research, analyze and benchmark the disclosures of peer companies, competitors and industry trends

• Develop and manage strong, collaborative relationships with peers in finance and business partners across the organization to understand the business and apply that knowledge to the financial statements and reporting

• Work closely with external auditors, business leaders and senior management to ensure communication of critical issues in a timely manner

• Support the Corporate Accounting team with technical assessments of non-standard transactions and lead or participate in special projects as needed.

• Assist with ERP implementation
  

Other Responsibilities:

• Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements and programs

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's and/or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field of study

• CPA certification

• 8+ years of experience, preferably with combination of experience with a Big 4 public accounting firm and relevant financial reporting experience at a public company • Strong technical accounting background with a thorough knowledge of US GAAP, IFRS, SOX and SEC reporting standards, as well as experience with technical research and preparation of accounting position papers.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with great attention to details

• Experience with SEC reporting tools.

• ERP implementation a plus
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to explain complex concepts to executives in easy-to-understand terms but without missing the intricacy of the issues.

• Excellent verbal, written, and listening skills as well as ability to effectively use accounting knowledge to collaborate, guide, and interact professionally with a wide range of personnel at various levels within the organization to drive sound business decisions.

• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment, across different time zones.

• Demonstrated integrity and professionalism

• Passionate and enthusiastic about remaining up to date on current trends and practice

Expected Salary Range

The exact Salary will be determined based on qualifications, experience and location.