Financial Controller

ZEISS • Chesterfield, MO

15h • Onsite

About The Position

Katalyst Surgical, a proud member of the ZEISS Group ( www.zeiss.com ) is an industry leader in the design, manufacturing, and quality control of ophthalmic surgical instruments. As we continue to grow, we are seeking a forward-thinking Financial Controller to join our dynamic team. At Katalyst Surgical, we value enthusiasm, a drive to learn, and a desire to make a meaningful impact. We are committed to engaging, empowering, and supporting our employees throughout their careers, providing opportunities for growth and development in a collaborative and innovative environment. If you are passionate about making a difference and looking to build or continue your career with an organization that prioritizes its employees, we would love to hear from you. Sound Interesting? Here’s what you’ll do: This position will work on site in our Chesterfield, Missouri office.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field.
• Experience: 2-5 years of professional experience in Accounting or Finance within an industrial or manufacturing environment
• Technical Skills: Solid understanding of accounting principles, including IFRS. Proficiency in MS Office Suite, especially in Excel for data analysis & modeling. Experience with QuickBooks and reporting systems preferred.
• Personal Attributes: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with an interest in operational processes. Team-oriented mindset with a structured and organized approach to work. Effective communication and interpersonal skills, capable of interacting with various functions.
• LANGUAGE SKILLS Ability to read, analyze, and interpret governmental regulations. Able to present information professionally and respond to inquiries from auditors. Competency in writing reports, business correspondence, protocols, and procedures. Ability to effectively present information to management & operational teams. Appropriate vocabulary and English writing skills. Excellent written and good verbal communication skills.
• MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Ability to work with mathematical concepts relating to fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
• LANGUAGE SKILLS Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
• REASONING ABILITY Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Relies on experience, education, and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
• COMPUTER SKILLS: To perform this job successfully, an individual should have excellent general knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite software, including an expert level in Microsoft Excel. Knowledge in MS Power BI, Quickbooks, Fishbowl and SAP FICO is a plus . Knowledge of Visual Basic and Access is a plus. Ability to conduct thorough Internet research.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge in MS Power BI, Quickbooks, Fishbowl and SAP FICO is a plus .
• Knowledge of Visual Basic and Access is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Financial Records Maintenance: Maintain accurate and complete financial records, ensuring compliance with accounting policies and procedures.
• Month-End and Year-End Closing: Assist with closing processes, including data uploads into the ERP system.
• Financial Reporting: Prepare and analyze financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.
• Variance Analysis: Assist with monthly analysis of actual results versus plan, identifying key drivers and trends.
• Sales, Operations and R&D Controlling: Analyze revenue, costs, and profitability with a focus on production efficiency & operational improvements. Perform transfer price and hourly rate calculations. Provide financial support to drive business growth & enhance operational processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support the financial aspects of developing and launching innovative products.
• Budgeting and Forecasting: Support various aspects of budgeting and forecasting activities.
• Ad-Hoc Analysis and Projects: Contribute to various ad-hoc tasks and special projects as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level