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. For more information, visit www.gf.com.

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 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. 

Additional Information 

• 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. We believe having a multicultural workplace enhances productivity, efficiency and innovation whilst our employees feel truly respected, valued and heard.

As an affirmative employer, all qualified applicants are considered for employment regardless of age, ethnicity, marital status, citizenship, race, religion, political affiliation, gender, sexual orientation and medical and/or physical abilities.

All offers of employment with GlobalFoundries are conditioned upon the successful completion of background checks, medical screenings as applicable and subject to the respective local laws and regulations.