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Accounting Manager 1 (Finance)



Come join a company where what you do makes a difference. For over 50 years, Zygo Corporation, located in Middlefield, CT has been a global leader in the design and manufacture of advanced optical metrology systems and ultra-precise optical components and assemblies. We are a worldwide supplier of optical metrology instruments, high precision optical components, and complex electro-optical system design and manufacturing services. Recognized as a valued partner by its customers for innovative technology, application expertise, product reliability, and responsiveness, ZYGO has been driven by a passion for innovation, as evidenced by approximately 750 patents awarded since its foundation. Navitar joined Zygo in 2022 bringing its innovative optical solutions. From high-magnification imaging systems to fisheye projection lenses, we design, develop, and manufacture cutting-edge solutions for diverse industries including Life Sciences, Industrial Imaging, Microscopy, and Projection. We are dedicated to helping you grow your career by using all your talents, insights and experiences in a welcoming team environment. Bring your passion, commitment and curiosity and come grow with us as together we work to make our world a better place.

Zygo Navitar is looking for an Accounting Manager to join our team at our Rochester facility. The position will report to the Navitar Finance Lead and will be directly responsible for the daily accounting functions of the business. This includes responsibility for financial close processes, financial reporting, working capital review, and ensuring compliance with accounting procedures and internal controls. This individual must operate with autonomy and meet agreed deadlines.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support monthly financial close process, ensuring accurate financial results and requirements are completed within corporate timelines.
  • Prepare month-end General Ledger journal entries and reconciliations, and proactively investigate and resolve reconciling items.
  • Support daily orders and sales reporting, including reconciliation of revenue, and revenue recognition SOX testing.
  • Analysis of cost of goods sold, work orders and manufacturing variances.
  • Analyze and report variances to budget/forecast to support decision-making.
  • Reconciliation and coordination of intercompany balances.
  • Assist with the preparation of monthly forecasts and the annual budget.
  • Support operations team with the annual standard cost update and physical inventory.
  • Evaluate accounting policies and procedural control systems and work to improve effectiveness and compliance.
  • Support both internal and external audit requests (including SOX), and preparation of state and federal tax packages.
  • Support Finance Lead and BU Controller with other duties/projects as needed.
  • Develop business relationships with and support cross-functional business teams.
  • Lead a small site team
Required Skills
  • Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance preferred.
  • 2+ years of related accounting experience (Manufacturing experience a plus).
  • Strong proficiency in ERP systems, and Microsoft Office applications.
  • Ability to work independently, with strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Proactive and creative, with an action and problem-solving bias with the drive to deliver results.
  • Work requires effective oral and written communication skills as well as a strong analytical acumen.
  • Experience with Hyperion Financial Management (HFM) is a plus.

Due to the nature of Zygo Navitar's programs and products, applicants must have the legal right to work in the US and additionally must be legally authorized to access export-controlled information and source code.

Compensation

Salary Minimum: $110,000

Salary Maximum: $140,000

Incentive: No

Disclaimer: Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market / business considerations, and geographic location.

AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $7.0 billion.

AMETEK is committed to making a safer, sustainable, and more productive world a reality. We use differentiated technology solutions to solve our customers' most complex challenges. We employ 21,000 colleagues, in 35 countries, that are grounded by our core values: Ethics and Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Inclusion, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility. AMETEK (NYSE:AME) is a component of the S&P 500. Visit www.ametek.com for more information.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process should call 1 (866) 263-8359.

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