Automation/ai Lead

The Automation Lead - Finance Transformation will drive the strategy design and implementation of digital automation solutions across GlobalFoundries CFO organization This role will partner closely with IT Shared Services BPO and Finance business process owners to identify automation opportunities develop scalable digital use cases and deliver measurable improvements in efficiency cost-to-serve cycle time and user experience The ideal candidate will be experienced in leading RPA Robotic Process Automation AI ML and workflow optimization initiatives with a strong understanding of finance processes such as Accounts Payable Payroll Record-to-Report and Financial Reporting This role requires a balance of business process knowledge technical fluency and change leadership Automation AI Lead - Finance 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 Summary The Automation Lead - Finance Transformation will drive the strategy design and implementation of digital automation solutions across GlobalFoundries CFO organization This role will partner closely with IT Shared Services BPO and Finance business process owners to identify automation opportunities develop scalable digital use cases and deliver measurable improvements in efficiency cost-to-serve cycle time and user experience The ideal candidate will be experienced in leading RPA Robotic Process Automation AI ML and workflow optimization initiatives with a strong understanding of finance processes such as Accounts Payable Payroll Record-to-Report and Financial Reporting This role requires a balance of business process knowledge technical fluency and change leadership Responsibilities and Key Accountabilities Define and execute the Finance Automation roadmap aligned to CFO strategic priorities and transformation objectives Partner with Finance leadership IT and BPO providers to identify assess and prioritize automation opportunities using data-driven methods Lead the intake assessment and governance process for automation use cases through evaluation development and deployment stages Collaborate with process owners to document business requirements process flows and automation design specifications Oversee development of automation solutions using platforms such as UiPath Power Automate SAP Build Process Automation or equivalent tools Monitor and report automation performance through KPI dashboards including cycle time reduction touchless transaction rates cost savings and error reduction Establish governance frameworks for automation delivery controls and change management Ensure automation solutions comply with SOX IT security and segregation of duties SOD requirements Partner with Continuous Improvement CI and Data Analytics teams to integrate automation into broader process optimization initiatives Support the development of automation playbooks templates and reusable components for global scalability Drive communication training and change adoption activities related to automation initiatives Promote a culture of digital innovation and continuous improvement across Finance Operations Other Responsibilities Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner supporting all Environmental Health Safety Security programs and requirements Maintain accurate documentation knowledge sharing and compliance with GF governance frameworks Required Skills Bachelor s degree in business Finance Information Systems Computer Science or a related field 7 years of experience in process automation digital transformation or intelligent automation RPA AI ML workflow Strong understanding of finance operations processes e g Report-to-Report AP Payroll GL Financial Reporting Hands-on experience with automation tools such as UiPath Power Automate Automation Anywhere or SAP Build Demonstrated ability to manage multiple automation initiatives through an intake-to-value lifecycle Strong communication stakeholder engagement and project management skills Analytical mindset with attention to detail and problem-solving ability Preferred Qualifications Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or equivalent process improvement certification PMP or Agile Project Management certification Experience integrating automation with SAP S 4HANA Ariba Concur or ServiceNow Experience leading automation governance or Centers of Excellence CoE Experience applying AI ML or Intelligent Document Processing IDP technologies e g OCR NLP Collaborative and business-savvy with a proactive approach to identifying digital transformation opportunities Resilient under pressure with a bias for action 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 Information about our benefits you can find here