Finance Assistant Plant Controller, Winston Salem

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Date:Jun 10, 2023

Location:Winston-Salem, NC, US, 31520

Company:Corning

Requisition Number:60640

Corning is vital to progress – in the industries we help shape and in the world we share.

We invent life-changing technologies using materials science. Our scientific and manufacturing expertise, boundless curiosity, and commitment to purposeful invention place us at the center of the way the world interacts, works, learns, and lives.

Our sustained investment in research, development, and invention means we’re always ready to solve the toughest challenges alongside our customers.

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, and automotive markets.

We are changing the world with:

• Trusted products that accelerate drug discovery, development, and delivery to save lives
• Damage-resistant cover glass to enhance the devices that keep us connected
• Optical fiber, wireless technologies, and connectivity solutions to carry information and ideas at the speed of life
• Precision glass for advanced displays to deliver richer experiences
• Auto glass and ceramics to drive cleaner, safer, and smarter transportation

Scope of Position:Ensures entity compliance with local regulations, GAAP accounting principles and Corning policies and procedures. Manage the plant closing process and ensures reporting is timely and accurate. Responsible for preparation of reconciliations and the analysis of expenses to ensure financial accuracy. Key resource for plant personnel on operating expenses, supply chain transactions and the capitalization of assets. Responsible for key financial and internal control processes such as SOX documentation updates and inventory and asset physicals

Day to Day Responsibilities:

  • Leads the period closing process; including preparation and posting of journal entries, variance analysis, and accuracy of the general ledger
  • Supports compliance with internal and external controls, Sarbanes Oxley requirements, GAAP accounting principles, and Corning policies and procedures
  • Assists Plant Controller with completion of the month end reporting package
  • Facilitates Appropriation Requests process, monitors capital spend, processes asset capitalizations, and maintains accuracy of fixed asset ledger
  • Maintains and updates plant standard costs, working with Engineering and Operations to ensure accurate usage rates and labor hours
  • Assists Plant Controller with preparation of the annual budget
  • Prepares monthly account reconciliations and quarterly SEC & tax reporting packages
  • Ensures inventory is in compliance with Corning's policies for valuation, slow and obsolescence (SLOB) reserves, write-offs, etc.
  • Monitors spending and works with department managers to control costs. Researches and provides detail on expense variances
  • Supports plant leadership and business partners to drive process improvements
  • Supports financial analysis related to capital projects, cost reductions, and other initiatives as required
  • Provides ad-hoc financial analysis for Plant Controller and Plant Leadership

Travel Requirements:Minimal

Hours of work/work schedule/flex-time:M-F, 40 hour work week with additional hours as needed

Education & Experience:

  • Bachelor's degree (4 years) in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration
  • 2-3 years of relevant experience
  • Manufacturing and/or Cost Accounting experience preferred
  • Proven knowledge of US GAAP

Required Skills:

  • Strong financial and accounting background
  • Deep understanding of financial controls
  • Ability to be comfortable interacting and communicating with all aspects of the business, including plant leadership
  • Proficiency with Excel & PowerPoint
  • 创新能力提供鱼翅ancial solutions to business leaders

Soft Skills:

  • Team player
  • Business partner
  • Ability to act on initiative
  • Customer focused
  • Willingness to embrace change and act under pressure in fast-paced environment
  • Culturally sensitive and savvy

This position does not allow for remote work.

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

Corning Puts YOU First!

We are committed to supporting your health, financial, career development, and life goals as you grow professionally and personally to achieve your highest potential. All benefits begin as soon as you start your career at Corning.

  • Our monetary peer-to-peer recognition program is tied to ourValuesand celebrates you and your colleagues’ contributions.
  • Health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, mental health/substance use, fitness, and disease management programs.
  • Financial benefits include a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and a 100% company-paid pension benefit that grows steadily throughout your career.
  • Companywide bonus and attractive short- and long-term compensation programs are available based on your role and responsibilities.
  • Professional development programs help you grow and achieve your career goals.

We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected status.


Nearest Major Market:Brunswick