Vice President, Operations Finance

Vice President Operations Finance

Reports to:EVP Global Manufacturing
Location:Remote (with travel to global manufacturing sites)

About CONMED

CONMED Corporation (Nasdaq: CNMD) is a global medical technology company specializing in surgical devices and equipment for minimally invasive procedures. With over 4000 employees worldwide and major manufacturing facilities in Utica NY; Largo FL; and Chihuahua Mexico our mission is to empower healthcare professionals to deliver exceptional patient outcomes through innovative solutions and a people-first culture.

Position Purpose

The Vice President Operations Finance provides enterprise-level financial leadership for global manufacturing operationsensuringaccuratereporting robust controls and strategic partnership to drive cost cash productivity and sustainable growth. This role serves as the primary strategic finance advisor tothe EVPManufacturing and senior leadership for footprint strategy capital allocation and risk management.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Leadership & Consolidation

• Own monthly quarterly and annual close for global manufacturing entities.

• Deliver clear reporting on actualsforecast andbudget; translate results into actionable insights.

• Standardize financial playbooks across sites for consistency in policy and controls.

• Provide strategic advisory on long-term manufacturing strategy and productivity roadmaps.

• Lead scenario modeling for macroeconomic shifts volume changes and supply chain disruptions.

Inventory Cost Accounting & Variance Management

• Govern standard costing and absorption practices; ensure BOM/routing accuracy.

• Lead variance analysis and root-cause countermeasures.

• Oversee inventory accounting and valuation compliance with US GAAP/IFRS.

Working Capital & Cash Conversion

• Drive CCC levers (DIO/DPO/DSO) with clear targets for inventory turns and supplier terms.

• Partner with Procurement and Supply Chain on payment terms and material cash strategies.

Forecasting Planning & Performance Management

• Lead plant/region forecasts and annual operating plan (AOP).

• Introduce driver-based planning and rolling forecasts; apply scenario analysis to guide decisions.

Capital Investment Governance

• ChairCapExgovernance: ROI/NPV analysis prioritization and benefits tracking.

• IncorporateESGimpactsintoCapExbusiness cases.

Controls Compliance & Risk Management

• Maintain SOX/internalcontrols;coordinate audits and continuous improvement.

• Identifyand mitigate operational finance risks including FX exposure and supply chain disruptions.

Business Partnership & Cost/Productivity

• Partner with Operations Engineering and Procurement to drive cost-out roadmaps.

• Support footprint decisions with robust financial models and total cost analyses.

Team Leadership & Organizational Development

• Lead and develop a high-performing global operations finance team; build capability and succession plans.

• Foster a culture of fact-based problem solving and continuous improvement.

Data Systems & Digital Transformation

• Sponsor ERP/FP&A/BIworkstreams;ensure master-data hygiene.

• Drive adoption of automation advanced analytics and predictive modeling.

Treasury Tax & Global FX

• Coordinate global cash management and liquidity planning.

• Advise onFX exposure and support hedging strategies.

ESG & Sustainability Finance

• Quantify and track financial outcomes of sustainability initiatives.

• Support ESG reporting andcompliancereadiness.

External & Enterprise Stakeholder Management

• Manage relationships with external auditors and regulatory bodies.

• Interface with Corporate Controllership FP&A Investor Relations and Legal.

Qualifications & Experience

• 10-15 years of progressive finance experience with significant leadership in manufacturing/operations finance; medical device/regulated industry experience preferred.

• Bachelors in Finance/Accounting; MBA/CPA/CMA preferred.

• Deepexpertisein standard costing inventory accountingCapExgovernance and SOX.

• Proventrack recordin working capital improvement and productivity programs (Lean/Six Sigma a plus).

• Experience with ERP (SAP/Oracle) and modern FP&A/BI tools; comfort with automation and analytics.

• Exposure to FX risk transfer pricing and partnership with Tax/Treasury.

• Demonstrated ability to lead globally dispersed teams and influence senior stakeholders.

Skills Required

• Advanced financialexpertisein cost accounting forecasting and strategic planning.

• Strong leadership and talent development capabilities.

• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to influence and communicate effectively with senior executives and boards.

• Proficiencyin ERP systems FP&A tools and BI platforms.

• Skilledinchangemanagement and driving process improvements.

Why Join Us

At CONMEDyoullbe part of a global medical technology company committed to improving patient outcomes through innovation and collaboration.

• Impactful Work:Your leadership will directly influence operational efficiency and financial performance across global manufacturing sites.

• Global Reach:Work with diverse teams across the U.S. and Mexico shaping strategies that drive worldwide success.

• Culture of Excellence:We foster a high-performance environment built on continuous improvement integrity and teamwork.

• Career Growth:We invest in leadership development and succession planning to help you advance your career.

• Innovation-Driven:Join a company that embraces technology and transformation to stay ahead in the medical device industry.

Travel:to global manufacturing sites and corporate headquarters as needed.