Global Controller

The Global Controller is a senior finance leader accountable for the integrity, scalability, and effectiveness of the company's global accounting and financial reporting. This role provides leadership across close, consolidation, technical accounting, audit, and internal controls, and serves as a key partner to divisional leadership across manufacturing, distribution, assembly, service, capital equipment, and precious metals to strengthen working capital discipline, cost control, and enterprise decision‐making.Job Details: Type of Employment: Full-time, PermanentLocation: Jefferson Hills, PA (South of Pittsburgh, PA)Division/Department: Corporate/FinanceReports to: Chief Financial OfficerResponsibilities: Partner with the CFO and leadership team on budgeting, forecasting, and acquisition initiatives, including due diligence and post-acquisition integration.Drive working capital improvement and cash conversion cycle performance across inventory, receivables, and payables in partnership with operational and commercial leadersLead global accounting operations, including close, consolidation, financial reporting, and core accounting functions, with strong controls and consistent execution.Establish close discipline and reporting rigor, improving visibility into cash flow and margin performance to support sustained growthProvide technical accounting leadership to ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP (and IFRS where applicable), lead external audits, and own the internal control environmentDrive process standardization, automation, and ERP governance (Microsoft Dynamics 365) to support a scalable finance functionOwn inventory and cost accounting, including valuation and reserves, work in process (WIP), cost of goods sold (COGS), overhead rates, and variance and root cause analysisOversee precious metals and foreign exchange hedging programs, including governance, controls, and accurate accounting and reporting.Lead and develop a high performing accounting team by setting clear expectations, building capability, and reinforcing accountabilityQualifications: Required Bachelor's degree in accounting or financeCPA or MBA/advanced degree12+ years of progressive accounting experience, including recent Controller-level rolesExperience leading global accounting operations, close, and consolidationStrong technical accounting skills and deep knowledge of U.S. GAAPProven people leadership: build, develop, and retain high-performing teamsTrack record of improving processes, systems, and controls in a growing or complex environmentAbility to travel internationally as neededPreferred ERP implementation/optimization experience; Microsoft Dynamics 365 preferredExperience with multi-entity and multi-currency environmentsManufacturing/distribution accounting experience (inventory, costing, overheads)Tax accounting experience (in partnership with external advisors)M&A, integration, or global expansion experienceDomestic and international travel as neededOther duties assignedWhy Kurt J. Lesker Company:Kurt J. Lesker Company is a global leader in vacuum technology and advanced manufacturing, supporting critical industries such as semiconductor, aerospace, medical, and optical. With more than 70 years of innovation, we offer employees the opportunity to contribute to cutting edge technologies in a collaborative, mission driven environment.We offer: Competitive compensationComprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance401(k) with employer matchPaid time off and employee recognition programsOnsite gym, wellness programs, and walking trailsElectric vehicle charging stations and sustainability initiativesA collaborative, people-first culture#LI-OnisteKurt J Lesker Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. KJLC is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities (unless doing so will result in undue hardship). If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to our human resources department at hr@lesker.com or call (412) 387-9200 to provide the nature of your request. Powered by JazzHR