Primary Duties & Responsibilities

The successful candidate will have demonstrated experience in the preparation of five year and annual operating plans, financial forecasting and reporting, and variance analysis. We're looking for professionals with experience in Earned Value Management and compliance, Estimates at Completion (EACs), proposal support, capital/company funded requests, ROI analysis, audit/policy compliance and ad-hoc financial status review with leadership. A key requirement for this position is the ability to provide strategic financial leadership for the business unit including areas such as affordability, cost management, and profitable growth. A working knowledge of Earned Value Management System (EVMS) concepts including baseline planning, program execution, and reporting maintenance I deployment is a plus.

Interested candidates must have proficiency in Finance reporting systems and processes. The successful candidate will have the ability to work independently, be self-motivated, and comfortable with new challenges and multiple competing priorities. The candidate will also be responsible for managing the sites' financial groups and ensuring the company's controls, policies and procedures are in place. Strong communication skills are also required, along with the ability to effectively interact with multiple layers within the organization and to make recommendations for appropriate solutions.

Education & Experience

10+ overall years of experience in Finance at technology companies Bachelor’s degree or MBA (or equivalent experience) Must be a US Citizen Working knowledge of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) concepts, related systems, and processes Demonstrated ability to be proactive, creative, and innovative and use critical and strategic thinking Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) and experience with ERP accounting system tools Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Products (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project

Skills

Expertise in Hardware business models, build planning, forecasting, analysis, market models, related metrics Exceptional business sense and ability to understand and resolve complex business issues Experience with leading ERP systems, Oracle a plus, and tools, including visualization, with strength in process and system improvements Dynamic interpersonal skills with the ability to interact and influence across all levels within the company Excellent critical thinking, problem solving, and analytical skills developing cost strategy,  supporting cost volume activities,  compiling cost/ schedule/ technical elements in the development of proposals in accordance with request for proposal (RFP) specifications,  coordinating the collection and accumulation of cost from functional departments,  researching and analyzing historical data,  participating in should-cost and pricing reviews with management and customer representatives as a member of the contract negotiating team. 

Working Conditions

Working conditions typical of a climate controlled and professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. Must be able to travel globally up to 10% of the time or more as the job requires. 

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.

Safety Requirements

All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards.

Quality and Environmental Responsibilities

Depending on location, this position may be responsible for the execution and maintenance of the ISO 9000, 9001, 14001 and/or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.

Culture Commitment

Ensure adherence to company’s values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.:

Integrity – Create an Environment of Trust

Collaboration – Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas

Accountability – Own the Process and the Outcome

Respect – Recognize the Value in Everyone

Enthusiasm – Find a Sense of Purpose in Work

 

Coherent Corp. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

 

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations (ITAR), applicant must be a U.S. person, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8. U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State."

 

If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at talentacquisition@coherent.com.