Senior Cost Accountant

Primary Duties & Responsibilities
* Lead cost accounting process of setting labor/overhead rates and item cost updates and answering global cost inquiries. Maintain standard cost modeler including yields and Hours Per Units.
* Manage local inventory reporting, inventory reserve reporting and work with inventory cycle count administrator to improve inventory count accuracy. Coordinate internal and external inventory audits and conduct local audits.
* Assist with the preparation of the 5-Year Plan and recurring forecasts. Analyze and communicate assumptions and variances.
* Complete weekly/monthly financial management reports and review all reports for errors and inconsistencies; analyze variations in forecast and actual performance; determine reasons for variance; develop recommendations for improvement.
* Work with and provide support to department leaders to facilitate the flow of timely and accurate information.
* Effectively forecast and track capital equipment purchases by working with Purchasing, Engineering and Corporate Fixed Assets teams.
* Maintain, analyze and continuously improve accounting/operations processes.
* Assist with month-end and quarter-end close process, reporting and audit requests.
* Complete Ad Hoc projects as determined by Controller/Materials Finance Leadership team/Operations leadership team.
Education & Experience
* 4 Year College Degree (Bachelor or Equivalent)
* 4 years' relevant experience in a manufacturing setting
Skills
* CPA, CMA, MBA or Advanced Degree in Cost Accounting preferred
* Understanding of fully integrated ERP system, Oracle is a plus
* Hyperion experience
* Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and proficiency in PowerPoint
* Exceptional verbal and written communications skills
* Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
* Proactive, punctual and reliable
Working Conditions
* Wear full cleanroom attire (smock, mask, etc.) periodically when conducting audits
* Be available during non-working hours for urgent business requests
Physical Requirements
* Ability to travel if required.
Safety Requirements
* 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, 9001, 14001 and/or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.
Culture Commitment
Ensure adherence to company's 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.