Assistant Controller, Finance - Alhambra, CA
This is an exciting time to join EMCORE Corporation as we continue our fast-paced growth to becoming the leading provider of advanced Mixed-Signal Optics and MEMS-based products that provide the foundation for today’s leading-edge aerospace, inertial navigation, & defense systems.
At EMCORE, we welcome forward thinking and continuously challenging existing processes and methodology. We especially want to host a creative culture for all to learn and grow. If you are resilient and enjoy working in a dynamic high growth environment, then you belong with us.
Join our dedicated team of Accounting Professionals and get paid to do what you love!
NOW HIRING: Assistant Controller, Finance
Location: Alhambra, CA (Hybrid)
Schedule: Monday - Friday, this is an Exempt position.
Compensation: $160k - $162k Annual Salary, depending on skill and experience level.
What’s In It For You:
- Health, Dental and Vision Insurance.
- 401(k) Retirement plan w/ a company % match.
- Paid Time off and Holidays.
- Restricted Stock Units (RSUs).
- 7% Bonus Eligibility.
- Tuition Assistance.
- Creative culture to learn and grow.
Job Summary:
The Assistant Controller provides general supervision, guidance, and direction for the accounting staff. The position requires knowledge of the company’s accounting related policies and practices as well as accounting regulations impacting sales and revenue, customer billing, and accounts receivable. This role requires the ability to apply professional judgment, manage and develop employees, communicate effectively, collaborate with other departments, and ensure accurate and timely billing, reporting and regulatory compliance.
Essential Job Duties:
- Responsible for various general accounting functions for Businesses and preparation of consolidated business unit reports at the Corporate Office.
- Supervises accounts payable, payroll and billing functions, credit, and collections.
- Organizes, controls, and monitors monthly closing process. Prepares necessary reports for Corporate and Division offices.
- Lead Month End Calendar & Closing Checklists.
- Maintains various cash accounts and prepares necessary cash forecasts at Corporate. Reconciles all division bank accounts and serves as liaison to the Treasury department in areas relating to cash management.
- Responsible for the coordination, preparation, and issuance of all tax records such as sales tax returns, payroll tax filings, and other related governmental reports.
- Maintains records of all fixed assets and depreciation schedules.
- Responsible for the overall design and maintenance of the division’s general ledger and accompanying system-produced financial schedules and reports.
- Coordinates business unit reporting to ensure compliance with expected Corporate requirements.
- Ensures that all inter-company accounts are in balance and reconciled monthly.
- Trains and instructs employees on job responsibilities, company rules and policies.
- Assists Executive Management Team and Finance Leaders as required in the design and implementation of various reports to improve the efficiency of reporting, forecasting, and budgeting.
- Maintains geographic data for sales and orders and is responsible for reporting to Organization.
- Monthly close and reconciliation of AR & AP.
- Maintains General Ledger.
- SOX Assessments & Certifications.
- Monitors trial balance and makes correcting entries.
- Does monthly load of financial data into Consolidation reporting database.
- Account Reconciliation Team Leader.
Minimum Qualifications/Requirements:
- 10 Years Experience in Manufacturing.
- Manufacturing Accounting experience in a mid-sized to large company required, along with strong Business Partnership skills.
- Demonstrated strong understanding of GAAP and Accounting Standards.
- Experience supporting and leading audits including internal, external, SOX and tax.
- Computer skills to include Word and Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Hyperion Enterprise, and Oracle experience a plus.
- A key requirement is the ability to be hands on with the ability to see the big picture.
- Strong communication, presentation, leadership, and interpersonal skills well developed problem-solving skills.
- Managerial experience leading team members.
- Well organized and self-directed with the ability to relate to all level of an organization.
- Attention to detail, very strong work ethic and high energy.
- Must be a team player and have ability to work in a matrix organizational environment.
- Ability to work well under pressure, multitask, prioritize, and meet deadlines. Strong planning skills.
- High energy great work ethic.
Minimum Education Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and/or Finance.
Preferred Skills Or Characteristics:
- MBA/CPA Preferred.
- Problem Solver, Lead Teams, not afraid of changing processes.
- ASC 606 “Over Time” revenue recognition experience preferred.
- As a federal contractor, we are required to have all candidates offered employment to pass a criminal background check and a multi-panel drug screening, prior to starting employment.
EMCORE Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request an accommodation.
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