Finance Controller

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Cazenovia, NY, USA
In-Office
100K-110K Annually
Senior level
Aerospace • Hardware • Defense • Industrial
The Role
Responsible for accounting operations across accounts receivable, accounts payable, cost accounting, fixed assets, general ledger, payroll, cash management, budgeting, forecasting, audits, tax reporting, compliance, working capital, and plant cost control. Partners with operations to improve financial performance, manages finance staff across New Jersey and the Dominican Republic, and oversees internal, external, and government audits.
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Job Summary & Responsibilities

Job Overview:

The Controller is responsible for all accounting functions including Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Cost Accounting, Fixed Assets, General Ledger, Payroll and Cash Management for KCR and KCD.

 

Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Drive timely, accurate and complete submission of all financial data including annual budgeting of income statement and balance sheet, quarterly forecasting and monthly actual financials; understanding and explaining variances in actual performance to budgets and forecast to all levels of Management as well as advising on actions to achieve improved results.
  • Work with Plant Management teams to monitor and control expenses, identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions as required. 
  • Track, validate and report cost savings and value creation projects to drive continuous cost improvements.
  • Business partner with Plant Operations teams to ensure transparency with key business managers in a continuously changing business environment.
  • Work closely with Operations on product costing valuations ensuring they have the necessary information to make the appropriate decision to ensure successful growth.
  • Responsible for monitoring and controlling Working Capital as well as identifying and implementing initiatives for improvement.
  • Maintain a control environment which functions with no surprises.  Ensure timely and accurate completion of account reconciliations.
  • Manage all Financial and Sox audits performed by internal and external auditors as well as Government Agencies.
  • Ensure compliance with all Company, Accounting and Government Standards, Policies and Regulations.
  • Responsible for various Tax reporting.
  • Manage professionals engaged in Financial/Accounting activities at the New Jersey and Dominican Republic locations.
  • Travel required may be required (<20%).
  • Conducts other duties as needed.

 

Qualifications & Skills:

 

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
  • Five to eight years’ experience in a senior accounting or financial analyst capacity and must have a demonstrated history of performing the responsibilities listed below. 
  • Experience working in a manufacturing environment required, electronic components preferred
  • All applicants must be eligible to work in the US without restriction to ITAR documentation and materials. Must be a US citizen, legal permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

 

Preferred:

  • A strong background in Cost Accounting in a manufacturing environment with two years of experience as a Plant Controller.   
  • CPA, CMA and/or MBA as well as Oracle experience.

 

Supervisory Responsibilities:

  • The Finance Manager / Controller manages a small local finance staff.
Pay Range

$100,000 - $110,000 annually

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
  • Five to eight years of experience in a senior accounting or financial analyst capacity
  • Demonstrated experience performing the listed accounting, financial planning, cost control, audit, compliance, and reporting responsibilities
  • Eligibility to work in the United States without restriction to ITAR documentation and materials
  • Strong background in cost accounting in a manufacturing environment
  • Two years of experience as a Plant Controller
  • CPA, CMA, or MBA
  • Oracle experience

Knowles Corporation Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Knowles Corporation and has not been reviewed or approved by Knowles Corporation.

  • Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is often considered strong, with medical, dental, vision, telehealth, and wellness programs commonly highlighted. Feedback suggests these offerings are a notable plus, even if specifics vary by location and role.
  • Retirement Support — A 401(k) with company match and broader financial-wellness support are emphasized and described favorably. These elements contribute to a perception of a solid, competitive benefits package.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid vacation, holidays, sick time, and family leave are frequently called out. Feedback suggests time off policies support reasonable work-life balance for many roles.

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The Company
HQ: Itasca, IL
7,000 Employees
Year Founded: 1946

What We Do

Knowles Corporation is a global leader and provider of advanced audio and precision device solutions. The company specializes in high-performance capacitors, RF and microwave filters, and micro-acoustic components, such as microphones and balanced armature speakers. It serves a wide range of demanding end markets, including consumer electronics, hearing health, medical technology, defense, aerospace, and industrial electrification.

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