Temporary ACC Controller

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

Lead and execute the monthly close process ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.
Ensure books and records comply with GAAP and Corporate accounting policies.
Review revenue recognition including RMA deductions and quarter-end shipment cutoffs.
Prepare and record journal entries for accruals reserves deferrals amortization and non-routine transactions.
Reconcile all balance sheet accounts including cash inventory WIP accrued liabilities reserves fixed assets/CIP deferred revenue prepaid expenses payroll and intercompany accounts.
Resolve inventory variances and out-of-balance conditions prior to closing.
Review inventory transactions calculate WIP and finished goods adjustments record in-transit inventory and evaluate slow-moving and obsolete inventory.
Calculate R&D engineering and material costs.
Review fixed asset activity disposals and depreciation.
Calculate and record bonus accruals (BIP/EIP) based on corporate guidance.
Maintain and manage the monthly close checklist.
Import trial balance data from Dynamics into Hyperion.
Ensure site-level accounting practices align with corporate accounting policies.
Implement and maintain record retention policies.
Support budgeting forecasting and long-range planning related to financials headcount and capital expenditures.
Manage fixed assets including purchases depreciation amortization and disposals.
Manage California sales and use tax compliance including accruals and monthly prepayments.
Manage Sonoma County property tax filings audits accruals and payments.
Oversee all accounts payable transactions.
Manage accounts receivable activities including collections payments and credit/debit memos.
Manage payroll-related accruals for bi-annual extra payroll.
Manage service contract amortization and terminations.
Oversee site bank account activity including approved wire transfers deposits vendor debits and corporate card activity.
Prepare for and support internal audits and SOX compliance.
Prepare monthly departmental financial reports and conduct variance analysis.
Partner with department managers to review results and track AOP performance.

Education & Experience

10+ years of accounting experience in a manufacturing environment
Full ownership of monthly quarterly and annual close processes
Strong experience with balance sheet reconciliations accruals reserves and journal entries
Budgeting (AOP) forecasting margin analysis and KPI development
Financial statement preparation and variance analysis
GAAP compliance and audit coordination
ERP experience (Microsoft Dynamics GP Oracle SAGE)
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Skills

Strong understanding of GAAP and financial statements
Advanced analytical and critical thinking skills
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Strong cross-functional communication and collaboration skills
High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a demanding environment.
Demonstrated leadership professionalism and ethical standards.

All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards.

Quality and Environmental Responsibilities

Depending on location this position may be responsible for the execution and maintenance of the ISO 9000 and/or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.

CultureCommitment

Ensure adherence to companys values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.:

Integrity Create an Environment of Trust

Collaboration Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas

Accountability Own the Process and the Outcome

Respect Recognize the Value in Everyone

Enthusiasm Find a Sense of Purpose in Work

Coherent Corp. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex gender identity sexual orientation race color religion national origin disability protected Veteran status age or any other characteristic protected by law.