U.S. Controller

Thorlabs; South Fulton (GA); On-site; USD 186,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision insurance

Life insurance

Generous PTO

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Thorlabs is seeking a senior Controller to lead the U.S. corporate accounting function in Newton, NJ, with periodic travel to other locations. The role manages GL analysis, inventory/COPs, and monthly financial statements, ensuring GAAP compliance and tax filing accuracy.

You will partner with the Global Controller to strengthen internal controls, drive cost reductions, and oversee AP/AR, payroll, and disbursement activities across a multinational organization.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of related experience with consolidations, eliminations, foreign subsidiaries, and management responsibilities.
• US GAAP knowledge is required and manufacturing experience is a plus.
• Experience in a global, multi-location business and strong ledger system expertise.

Responsibilities

• Oversee complete General Ledger analysis and set up new accounts as needed.
• Reconcile inventory accounts and COGS; pursue cost reductions.
• Prepare monthly financial statements and weekly numbers updates.
• Analyze domestic financial statements and ensure GAAP compliance.
• Support accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and tax compliance.
• Assist in corporate income tax compliance and internal control development.

Skills

Consolidations

Eliminations

Foreign subsidiaries

Management experience

Payroll

Banking

Credit lines

Mortgages

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

CPA

MBA

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations (D365 F&O)

Job description

Location: South Fulton At Thorlabs Inc., we're pushing the boundaries of photonics and laser innovation, and we know that our people are at the core of our success. We are seeking a dynamic Controller for the U.S. to assist in the oversight of the corporate accounting department for the accurate and timely dissemination of financial management reports, including, but not limited to, internal and monthly external financial statements, annual audits, and budgets. You will be responsible for developing reports that summarize and forecast the company's business activity and financial position in areas of income, expenses, and earnings, based on past, present, and expected operations. Although the location of the position is in Newton, NJ, from time to time it may be required to undertake duties at other Thorlabs locations. What You'll Do

• Responsible for ensuring a complete and accurate General Ledger Analysis, identifying when new accounts are needed, and setting up new accounts
• Reconciles inventory accounts & COGS, identifies and implements cost reductions
• Completes Accounting Department Checklist, updates numbers weekly
• Independently completes monthly Financial Statements within specified goals
• Analysis of domestic F/S
• Recommends and maintains accounting policies and procedures to ensure compliance with GAAP
• Assists in the oversight of the disbursement function, ensuring the accurate and timely processing of accounts payable, purchase orders, petty cash, core employee expense reports, cash control, core payroll processing, and total corporate payroll tax compliance
• Assists in the oversight of the accounts receivable function to ensure the accurate and timely management of all accounts receivable aging components, including billings, cash receipts application, etc., funding service management, which includes weekly funding reports and customer service; quarter and year-end payroll closing, including federal and state reports; and check statistic management
• Assist the Global Controller in assuring corporate income tax compliance to ensure the accurate and timely completion of all corporate income tax returns, taking full advantage of all favorable tax codes
• Assist in the formulation of internal controls and policies to comply with legislation and establish best practices
• Establish and maintain systems and controls that verify the integrity of all systems, processes, and data, and enhance the company's value

What You Bring

• A minimum of 10 years related experience with Consolidations, Eliminations, Foreign subsidiaries, Management experience, Benefits, Payroll, Banking, including credit lines and mortgages
• A bachelor's degree in accounting, CPA, or MBA is preferred
• Knowledge of US GAAP
• Knowledge of US taxation Manufacturing experience, including inventory costing and accounting
• Experience in a global, multi-location business
• Strong knowledge of the General Ledger System
• Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations (D365 F & O) preferred
• Salary range for this position is $186,000 - $210,000 depending on experience
• Thorlabs values its diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identify or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age or veteran status.
• Job descriptions are not intended as and do not create employment contracts. The organization maintains its status as an at-will employer. Employees can be terminated for any reason not prohibited by law
• Thorlabs offers a complete benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision insurance, company paid life insurance, a generous PTO package, a 401(k) plan, and tuition reimbursement just to name a few.