Finance Controller, IT
About The Position
The Finance Controller, IT is a finance business partner for the IT organization. This role will report to the Business Division Controller, IT. Corning is one of the world’s leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. From the depths of the ocean to the farthest reaches of space, our technologies push the boundaries of what’s possible. At Corning, there are endless possibilities for making an impact. You can help connect the unconnected, drive the future of automobiles, transform at-home entertainment, and ensure the delivery of lifesaving medicines. Corning’s businesses are ever-evolving to best serve our customers, industries, and consumers. Today, we accelerate and transform life sciences, mobile consumer electronics, optical communications, display, automotive, and solar markets.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science in Finance, Accounting, or Business
- 12+ years total experience
- Proven track record of successfully managing annual planning process and delivering on the operating financial commitments in the plan.
- Experience interpreting financial results to develop and consult on strategic recommendations with business leadership (operating expenses, capital expenditures)
- Demonstrated ability to identify and implement process improvements that streamline financial accounting processes and strengthen internal controls
- Experience providing guidance and delivering presentations to senior management making recommendations on key strategic initiatives
- Strong PC based skills; proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint
- Good problem-solving capability and critical thinking skills
Nice To Haves
- CPA and/or MBA preferred
- Advanced Excel skills
- Experience in Apptio, Khalix, Peoplesoft, SAP, Planview, Power BI
Responsibilities
- Clearly communicate the IT financial results to division, sector and corporate leadership in a manner that enables understanding and drives action where appropriate.
- Provide actionable decision support for strategy development, contract negotiations, cost reduction actions, capacity expansions and other capital spending.
- Serve as a bridge between IT and Division (and corporate) finance functions to ensure IT requirements and financial objectives are met; to reinforce alignment between functional and division goals and strategies.
- Oversees monthly closing activities and reporting
- Prepares month end reporting and analysis of financial performance
- Partner with Service Line Executives and Leaders to deliver on financial commitments (Budget, Target, ROI for key investments)
- Leads monthly forecasting and budgeting
- Drive continuous improvement in financial processes primarily focused on reporting and financial analysis.
Benefits
- Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives
- 100% company-paid pension benefit with fixed contributions
- Matching contributions to your 401(k) savings plan
- Medical, dental, vision
- Paid parental leave
- Family building support
- Fitness
- Company-paid life insurance
- Disability
- Disease management programs
- Paid time off
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Recognition program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
