U.S. Controller

About the role

Thorlabs Inc. is seeking a dynamic Controller to oversee the corporate accounting department for the accurate and timely dissemination of financial management reports, including internal and external financial statements, annual audits, and budgets.

Responsibilities

• Ensures a complete and accurate General Ledger Analysis, identifies new accounts, and sets them up
• Reconciles inventory accounts and COGS, identifies and implements cost reductions
• Completes Accounting Department Checklist, updates numbers weekly
• Independently completes monthly Financial Statements within specified goals
• Analyzes domestic F/S
• Recommends and maintains accounting policies and procedures to ensure compliance with GAAP
• Aids in the oversight of the disbursement function, ensuring 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
• Aids in the oversight of the accounts receivable function to ensure 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
• Aid the Global Controller in assuring corporate income tax compliance to ensure accurate and timely completion of all corporate income tax returns, taking full advantage of all favorable tax codes
• Establish and maintain systems and controls that verify the integrity of all systems, processes, and data, and enhance the company's value

Requirements

• 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
• Experience in manufacturing, including inventory costing and accounting
• Strong knowledge of the General Ledger System
• Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations (D365 F & O) preferred

Salary and Benefits

The salary range for this position is $186,000 - $210,000 depending on experience. Thorlabs offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, company-paid life insurance, a generous PTO package, a 401(k) plan, and tuition reimbursement.