Finance Supervisor

Corning; Colorado; On-site; USD 111,000 - 153,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

401(k) with match

Health benefits

Paid parental leave

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Employee Assistance Program

Recognition program

Job summary

Corning is seeking an Assistant Plant Controller in Colorado to support monthly closes, cost accounting, and financial reporting. You will partner with plant operations to analyze data and drive business decisions.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance and 5+ years of manufacturing experience, proficiency in Excel and ERP systems (SAP/PeopleSoft/Longview), and a strong understanding of US GAAP and internal controls.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in Accounting, Business, Finance, or equivalent.
• 5+ years of manufacturing or relevant experience.
• Proficiency in Excel, general ledger systems, forecasting tools.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work proactively and independently in a fast-changing environment.
• SAP, PeopleSoft, Longview knowledge (Six Sigma, lean processes) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Close the financial books monthly, analyze actual results, and support all monthly reporting requirements.
• Support plant controller for timely and accurate completion of accounting activities, including fixed asset management, inventory valuation, product costing, period reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and overall asset and liability control.
• Support annual preparation of budget and business forecasts, including analysis of capital investments with return metrices (ROI, IRR & Payback).
• Work with plant personnel to identify and quantify cost reduction opportunities, maintain plant cost accounting systems.
• Inventory control and management, capital investment management, and manufacturing variance analysis and reporting.
• Maintain internal control systems and ensure compliance to local regulations, Sarbanes Oxley requirements, US GAAP, and Corporate Accounting Policies, and participate as a leader in setting and managing the direction of the plant as well as support tax and insurance filings.
• Prepare and maintain monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, including variance analysis against budgets and forecasts.
• Back up the Controller in day-to-day financial operations.

Skills

Communication

Analytical skills

GAAP knowledge

Process improvement

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent

Tools

Excel

SAP

PeopleSoft

Longview

Forecasting tools

Job description

Requisition Number: 78252

The company built on breakthroughs.
Join us.

Corning is one of the world’s leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. From the depths of the ocean to the farthest reaches of space, our technologies push the boundaries of what’s possible.

How do we do this? With our people. They break through limitations- not once in a career, but every day. They help move our company,and the world, forward.

At Corning, there are endless possibilities for making an impact. You can help connect the unconnected, drive the future of automobiles, transform at-home entertainment, and ensure the delivery of lifesaving medicines. And so much more.

Come break through with us.

Corning’s businesses are ever-evolving to best serve our customers, industries, and consumers. Today, we accelerate and transform life sciences, mobile consumer electronics, optical communications, display, automotive, and solar markets. We are changing the world with:

• Trusted products that accelerate drug discovery, development, and delivery to save lives
• Damage-resistant cover glass to enhance the devices that keep us connected
• Optical fiber, wireless technologies, and connectivity solutions to carry information and ideas at the speed of light
• Precision glass for advanced displays to deliver richer experiences
• Auto glass and ceramics to drive cleaner, safer, and smarter transportation
• Solar polysilicon, wafers, and innovative photovoltaic modules, enabling low-cost solar energy solutions

Our Assistant Plant Controller is responsible for supporting the plant controller in the timely and accurate completion of finance deliverables and partnering with plant operations leadership to analyze and interpret data to inform business outcomes.

As an Assistant Plant Controller, you will:

• Close the financial books monthly, analyze actual results, and support all monthly reporting requirements
• Support plant controller for timely and accurate completion of accounting activities, including fixed asset management, inventory valuation, product costing, period reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and overall asset and liability control
• Support annual preparation of budget and business forecasts, including analysis of capital investments with return metrices (ROI, IRR & Payback)
• Work with plant personnel to identify and quantify cost reduction opportunities, maintain plant cost accounting systems
• Inventory control and management, capital investment management, and manufacturing variance analysis and reporting
• Maintain internal control systems and ensure compliance to local regulations, Sarbanes Oxley requirements, US GAAP, and Corporate Accounting Policies, and participate as a leader in setting and managing the direction of the plant as well as support tax and insurance filings
• Prepare and maintain monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, including variance analysis against budgets and forecasts
• Back up the Controller in day-to-day financial operations

Key capabilities for this role include:

• Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, process-oriented and organized, solid understanding of GAAP
• Ability to monitor, maintain, and improve systems to support continuous improvement to drive efficiency, effectiveness, and compliance

Education and experiences:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, or equivalent technical degree required
• 5+ years of manufacturing or relevant experience
• Proficiency in Excel, general ledger systems, forecasting tools
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work proactively and independently in a fast-changing environment
• SAP, PeopleSoft, Longview, and Performance Excellence knowledge (Six Sigma, lean processes) preferred

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $110,942.00 - $152,546.00 assuming full time status. Starting pay for the successful applicant is dependent on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education.

A job that shapes a life.

Corning offers you the total package.

Your well-being is our priority. Our compensation and benefits package supports your health and wellness, financial aspirations, and career from day one.

• Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives align with key business results and ensure you are rewarded when the company performs well. When Corning wins, we all win.
• As part of our commitment to your financial well-being, we provide a 100% company-paid pension benefit with fixed contributions that grow throughout your career. Combined with matching contributions to your 401(k) savings plan, Corning’s total contributions to your retirement accounts can reach between 7% and 12% of your pay, depending on your age and years of service.
• Our health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, family building support, fitness, company-paid life insurance, disability, disease management programs, paid time off, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support you and your family.
• Getting paid for our work is important, but feeling appreciated and recognized for those contributions motivates us much more. That’s why Corning offers a recognition program to celebrate successes and reward colleagues who make exceptional contributions.

We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected status.

Corning is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and considers requests for reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable laws. Individuals with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs may request reasonable accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, perform essential job functions, or access other benefits and privileges of employment. To submit a request for reasonable accommodation related to disability or religion, please contact us at [e-mail].