Business Administrator

Avo Photonics; Fort Washington (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Avo Photonics is seeking a diligent Cost Accountant/Business Analyst to support the Business Account Manager by tracking customer commercial requests to closure. The role emphasizes detailed cost modeling, quoting for non-production services, and timely management of purchase orders.

Candidates should have a Bachelor's in accounting or finance, 3 years cost accounting or business analysis with customer-facing experience, and strong proficiency in spreadsheets and ERP systems (SAP).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance.
• 3 years in a cost accounting or business analyst role, with customer-facing experience.
• Expert knowledge of spreadsheet applications, with strong attention to detail.
• Experience in enterprise ERP systems with SAP preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support Business Account Manager through detailed tracking to closure of customer commercial requests.
• Prepare and create detailed cost models and customer quotes for non-production services related to engineering, fixtures, equipment, etc.
• Manage customer purchase orders with timely reconciliation and closure.
• Ensure customer payments are received on time; promptly resolve issues.
• Attend customer commercial meetings as assigned by the Business Account Manager for awareness and to manage non-production services provided by Avo.

Skills

Cost accounting

Customer-facing experience

Attention to detail

Spreadsheet proficiency

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

Tools

SAP

Microsoft 365

Google Workspace

Job description

Avo Photonics is a dynamic contract engineering services company that designs, develops and manufactures custom opto-electronic products for a large customer base. Members of our staff have the opportunity to design, prototype and produce next generation products for a diverse range of markets including environmental, medical, military, industrial, aerospace, and communications.

We seek a diligent, dedicated and meticulous person who will help to further our success and reputation in the industry through world-class customer service. The successful candidate must plan his/her own work schedule, keep multiple records, be self-motivated, maintain a professional presence, and have the desire to take ownership of projects.

Specifically

• Support Business Account Manager through detailed tracking to closure of customer commercial requests
• Prepare and create detailed cost models and customer quotes for non-production services related to engineering, fixtures, equipment, etc.
• Manage customer purchase orders with timely reconciliation and closure
• Ensure customer payments are received on time; promptly resolve issues
• Attend customer commercial meetings as assigned by the Business Account Manager for awareness and to manage non-production services provided by Avo

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance
• 3 years in a cost accounting or business analyst role, with customer-facing experience
• Expert knowledge of spreadsheet applications, with strong attention to detail
• Experience in enterprise ERP systems with SAP preferred
• Strong computer skills including use of Microsoft 365 and Google workspace
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely

Avo Photonics offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Avo Photonics is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee of Avo Photonics by any method without a valid written contract in place with Avo Photonics will be deemed the sole property of Avo Photonics. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Avo Photonics as a result of the referral or through any other means.