Senior Director, Technical Accounting and Financial Reporting

Onto Innovation is a leader in process control, combining global scale with an expanded portfolio of leading-edge technologies that include: 3D metrology spanning the chip from nanometer-scale transistors to micron-level die-interconnects; macro defect inspection of wafers and packages; metal interconnect composition; factory analytics; and lithography for advanced semiconductor packaging. Our breadth of offerings across the entire semiconductor value chain helps our customers solve their most difficult yield, device performance, quality, and reliability issues. Onto Innovation strives to optimize customers’ critical path of progress by making them smarter, faster and more efficient.

Job Summary & Responsibilities

We are seeking a strategic and detail-oriented Senior Director of Technical Accounting and Financial Reporting to lead our technical accounting, revenue recognition, and financial  reporting functions. This role is responsible for overseeing all aspects of financial reporting, technical accounting, and compliance, with a strong emphasis on technical accounting and SEC reporting. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in U.S. GAAP revenue recognition and technical accounting, internal controls, and SEC reporting, along with proven leadership experience in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

This position directly supervises the Director of SEC Reporting and Senior Manager of Revenue and is responsible for their professional development and the performance of the function.

Key Responsibilities:

• Direct the research and interpretation of new and complex accounting standards, ensuring timely and effective global implementation.
• Provide technical guidance and support to internal teams, including accounting, finance, legal, business development, and tax departments, on technical accounting and non-routine matters, revenue recognition, and complex new or contemplated transactions.
• Lead financial accounting aspect of mergers and acquisition activity including financial due diligence reviews, evaluating and executing purchase accounting, including working with external valuation specialists and partnering with other teams on the financial integrations of acquisitions.
• Oversee the monthly and quarterly close activities for revenue recognition, incentive compensation, and leases.
• Lead the preparation and filing of all SEC reports, including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, Proxy and other required disclosures.
• Manage and develop high-performing financial reporting and revenue teams, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with external auditors, legal counsel, and internal stakeholders to support audit and compliance activities.
• Drive process improvements and automation initiatives to enhance efficiency and scalability.
• Support investor relations and executive leadership with financial analysis and reporting insights.
• Maintain and improve internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA required.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including 5+ years in a leadership role.
• Strong experience with SEC reporting and public company financial disclosures.
• Deep knowledge of U.S. GAAP, SOX compliance, and internal controls.
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, Oracle) and financial reporting tools.
• Exceptional communication, leadership, and project management skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in a publicly traded company.
• Background in Big 4 public accounting.
• Master’s degree in Accounting or Finance.

Onto Innovation Inc. offers competitive salaries and a generous benefits package, including health/dental/vision/life/disability, PTO, 401K plan with employer match, and an Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP) along with health & wellness initiatives. We provide a collaborative working environment along with resources, and state-of-the-art tools & equipment to promote success; and a welcoming, inclusive corporate culture where individuals are recognized for their contributions.

Onto Innovation Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.

For positions requiring access to technical data, Onto Innovation Inc., Inc. may have to obtain export licensing approval from the U.S. Department of Commerce - Bureau of Industry and Security and/or the U.S. Department of State - Directorate of Defense Trade Controls. As such, applicants for this position – except US Citizens, US Permanent Residents, and protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) – may have to go through an export licensing review process.