Financial Controller

CONMED Corporation; City of Utica, New York, City of Rochester (NY, NY, NY); Remote; USD 91,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Financial Controller to oversee the Utica Site operations. This remote role with travel opportunities involves managing the accounting cycle, ensuring compliance with GAAP, and leading financial reporting. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in finance, with experience in budgeting and team leadership. Join a forward-thinking company that values excellence and offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits. If you're ready to make a significant impact and drive financial performance, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Excellent healthcare coverage

Short & long term disability insurance

401K Retirement Savings Plan

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Tuition assistance

Qualifications

• 5 to 8 years of experience in financial analysis or accounting.
• Strong knowledge of general ledger functions and month-end processes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee finance and accounting activities ensuring GAAP compliance.
• Lead monthly financial closing, analysis, and reporting.
• Develop and maintain internal control policies and procedures.

Skills

Financial Analysis

Budgeting

Cost Methodologies

GAAP Compliance

Team Leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Power BI

Advanced ERP Systems

Excel

Job description

The Financial Controller position will report to the VP Finance. This position is responsible for the Utica Site operations accounting cycle including standard costing, budgeting and forecasting, service functional accounting, cash management, regulatory and financial reporting, and developing and maintaining internal control policies and procedures. Delivering exceptional results by setting standards for excellence through the use of objective performance metrics and demonstrating accountability, determination and resilience.

This is a remote role with up to 60% travel.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:
*Oversee Utica Site finance and accounting activities to ensure GAAP compliance and strong financial position.
*Lead and direct the site monthly financial closing, analysis, consolidation, and reporting.
*Lead and direct the preparation of the budget and financial forecasts and reporting of variances.
*Build, engage and develop a high performing team that is responsive to stake holders, business-focused, and motivated to continuously improve project out comes and customer satisfaction.
*Responsible for analyzing and developing appropriate cost methodologies, including the leading of establishing standard costs and inventory valuation for the site.
*Establish and maintain global accounting procedures and policies.
*Perform financial statement analysis for cost improvement and new capital projects.
*Responsible for general ledger accounting including but not limited to inventory, accruals, and journal entries including all balance sheet reconciliations.
*Offer financial guidance on reporting and technical accounting issues.
*Manage internal controls operating effectiveness design and evaluation.
*Present financial information and accounting and reporting issues status.
*Drive standardization in financial reporting packages.
*Assist with M&A opportunities from an accounting perspective and continue the integration of recent acquisitions.
*Partner closely with site leadership and upper management to analyze and resolve problems with the goal of continuously improving the performance of the site, the finance function and engaging business partners.
*Provide coaching and education to improve the financial acumen of business leaders, resulting in proactive decision making and ownership of results.

Position Requirements:
*Bachelor's Degree with concentration in Accounting or Finance.
*5 to 8 years of progressive experience in a financial analyst, accounting or finance function
*Experience with general ledger functions and the month-end close process

Preferred Experience:
*Previous medical device, manufacturing, or highly regulated industry experience
*Power BI and/or advanced ERP, excel and or data visualization experience

* Prior management experience

This position is not eligible for employer-based visa sponsorship or agency use.

Disclosure as required by applicable law, the annual salary range for this position is $91,910- to $144,430. The actual compensation may vary based on geographic location, work experience, education, and skill level. The salary range is CONMED's good faith belief at the time of this posting.

The deadline to apply to this job posting is May 9, 2025. We may, however, extend this time period, in which case the posting will remain available on careers.conmed.com and an updated deadline will be reflected.

Benefits:

CONMED offers a wide array of benefits to fit your unique needs. Visit our Benefits Page for more information.

• Competitive compensation
• Excellent healthcare including medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage
• Short & long term disability plus life insurance -- cost paid fully by CONMED
• Retirement Savings Plan (401K) -- CONMED matches your contributions dollar for dollar, with the potential for up to 7% per pay period
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan -- allows stock purchases at discounted price
• Tuition assistance for undergraduate and graduate level courses

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CONMED is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected status or characteristic. Protected veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal Poster reaffirms this commitment.

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