Assistant Controller

Vishay Intertechnology, Inc.; Columbus (NE); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401k with company match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Vishay Dale Electronics – Columbus, NE is seeking an Assistant Controller responsible for managing all financial activities within the plant, ensuring accurate reporting, cost control, and compliance with corporate policies. This role partners with operations leadership to drive profitability and support strategic decision-making.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years in manufacturing finance or cost accounting, a Bachelor’s degree in a related field, and CPA/CMA prep preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or CMA preferred).
• 5+ years in manufacturing finance or cost accounting; prior plant Assistant Controller experience strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of cost accounting and ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.).
• Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for the plants.
• Ensure GAAP and corporate accounting standards compliance.
• Maintain accurate general ledger and cost accounting records.
• Monitor manufacturing costs, variances, and margins.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis processes.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Financial modeling

Analytical thinking

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

CPA or CMA preferred

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Vishay manufactures one of the world’s largest portfolios of discrete semiconductors and passive electronic components that are essential to innovative designs in the automotive, industrial, computing, consumer, telecommunications, military, aerospace, and medical markets. We help the world’s most in-demand technologies come to life. Every day our products touch your life and the lives of people across the world, though you likely do not know it. Come join us and help us build The DNA of tech.™

We are seeking great talent to help us build The DNA of tech.®

Vishay manufactures one of the world’s largest portfolios of discrete semiconductors and passive electronic components that are essential to innovative designs in the automotive, industrial, computing, consumer, telecommunications, military, aerospace, and medical markets. We help the world’s most in-demand technologies come to life. Every day our products touch your life and the lives of people across the world, though you likely do not know it.

Come join us and help build The DNA of tech.™

Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. is a Fortune 1,000 Company listed on the NYSE (VSH). Learn more at www.Vishay.com.

Vishay Dale Electronics – Columbus, NE is currently seeking applicants for an Assistant Controller. The Assistant Controller is responsible for managing all financial activities within the plants, ensuring accurate reporting, cost control, and compliance with corporate policies. This role partners closely with operations leadership to drive profitability, optimize manufacturing costs, and support strategic decision-making.

Job Location:

Vishay Dale Electronics, Columbus, NE is one of the world’s largest manufacturers of resistors and e-beam technology. With roughly 600 employees currently working in Columbus, NE, Vishay Dale Electronics is one of the largest employers in the Columbus Area.

What you will be doing:

Financial Management & Reporting

• Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for the plants.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and corporate accounting standards.
• Maintain accurate general ledger and cost accounting records.

Cost Control & Analysis

• Monitor and analyze manufacturing costs, variances, and margins.
• Develop and implement cost-saving initiatives in collaboration with operations.
• Perform standard cost updates and ensure accurate product costing.

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Lead annual budgeting process for the plants.
• Provide rolling forecasts and variance analysis to management.
• Support strategic planning with financial insights and scenario modeling.

Internal Controls & Compliance

• Ensure adherence to internal control policies and SOX compliance.
• Coordinate audits and implement corrective actions as needed.

Business Partnership

• Act as a financial advisor to plants leadership, providing insights to improve operational efficiency.
• Support capital expenditure projects with ROI analysis and financial justification.

What you will bring along:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or CMA preferred).
• Experience: 5+ years in manufacturing finance or cost accounting; prior plant Assistant Controller experience strongly preferred.

Skills:

• Strong knowledge of cost accounting and ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.).
• Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and leadership abilities.

Key Competencies:

• Business acumen and strategic thinking.
• Ability to influence and collaborate across functions.
• Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving skills.

What can we offer you for your talent:

Vishay offers a comprehensive suite of benefit programs including health care coverage, financial support programs and other resources designed to help you achieve your personal and professional goals. With us, you’ll experience unique career paths, an open and collaborative culture, a stable business that will be there for you, and opportunities to work globally and locally. Benefits include medical, vision and dental insurance, 401k with company match, paid time off, employee assistance program, and tuition reimbursement.

• medical insurance
• vision insurance
• dental insurance
• 401k with company match
• paid time off
• employee assistance program
• tuition reimbursement

Vishay is committed to a workplace free of harassment and unlawful discrimination. We do not engage in discrimination or harassment based on race, color, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, ethnicity or national origin, disability, pregnancy, religion, political affiliation, union membership, covered veteran status, protected genetic information or marital status in hiring and employment practices.

This position requires access to information subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations and/or the Export Administration Regulations. As such, this position is open only to applicants who qualify as “U.S. Persons” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

It is the policy of Vishay to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all colleagues and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, gender, pregnancy/childbirth, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability or perceived disability, genetic information, citizenship, veteran or military status or a person’s relationship or association with a protected veteran, including spouses and other family members, marital or domestic partner status, or any other category protected by federal, state and/or local laws.

As an equal opportunity employer, Vishay is committed to a diverse workforce. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veterans’ Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact [e-mail] assistance.

This position requires access to information subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations and/or the Export Administration Regulations. As such, this position is open only to applicants who qualify as “U.S. Persons” according to U.S. federal law.

Vishay offers a comprehensive suite of benefit programs including health care coverage, financial support programs and other resources designed to help you achieve your personal and professional goals. With us, you’ll experience unique career paths, an open and collaborative culture, a stable business that will be there for you, and opportunities to work globally and locally. Do you have the skills we need? Are you ready to power your career as you power the world?

Vishay is an AAP and Equal Opportunity Employer