Global Controller
Job Details:
- Type of Employment: Full-time, Permanent
- Location: Jefferson Hills, PA (South of Pittsburgh, PA)
- Division/Department: Corporate/Finance
- Reports to: Chief Financial Officer
- Lead global accounting operations (close, consolidation, financial statements) and core processes (AR/AP, credit, sales tax), ensuring strong controls, clear accountability, and consistent, high-quality execution
- Build, mentor, and elevate a high-performing global accounting team, establishing clear standards, developing talent, and fostering a culture of ownership and continuous improvement
- Serve as the company’s technical accounting leader, ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP (and IFRS where applicable), leading external audits, and strengthening the overall internal control environment
- Drive standardization, automation, and scalability across global processes, including strong ERP governance (Microsoft Dynamics 365)
- Improve working capital performance and drive discipline around the cash conversion cycle
- Lead cost accounting and management reporting , providing clear insights into margin drivers across manufacturing and distribution, including inventory governance, overhead rates, WIP/COGS, and variance analysis
- Partner closely with the CFO and leadership team on strategic initiatives, including budgeting and forecasting, acquisition diligence, and post-acquisition integration
- Other duties assigned
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
- CPA, CMA, or Equivalent
- 12+ years of progressive accounting experience, including recent Controller-level leadership
- Experience leading global accounting, close, and consolidation processes
- Deep knowledge of U.S. GAAP and strong technical accounting capabilities
- Proven ability to build, lead, and retain high-performing teams
- Demonstrated success improving processes, systems, and controls in a growing or complex organization
- Ability to travel internationally as needed
- ERP implementation or optimization experience (Microsoft Dynamics 365 preferred)
- Experience in multi-entity, multi-currency environments
- Manufacturing or distribution experience, including inventory and cost accounting
- Tax accounting and coordination with external advisors
- Experience supporting M&A, integrations, or global expansion
Kurt J. Lesker Company is a global leader in vacuum technology and advanced manufacturing, supporting critical industries such as semiconductor, aerospace, medical, and optical. With more than 70 years of innovation, we offer employees the opportunity to contribute to cutting edge technologies in a collaborative, mission driven environment. We offer:
- Competitive compensation
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
- 401(k) with employer match
- Paid time off and employee recognition programs
- Onsite gym, wellness programs, and walking trails
- Electric vehicle charging stations and sustainability initiatives
- A collaborative, people-first culture
Kurt J Lesker Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. KJLC is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities (unless doing so will result in undue hardship). If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to our human resources department at [email protected] or call (412) 387-9200 to provide the nature of your request.
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