At EMCORE, we welcome forward thinking and continuously challenging existing processes and methodology. We especially want to host a creative culture for all to learn and grow. If you are resilient and enjoy working in a dynamic high growth environment, then you belong with us._ (_www.emcore.com)
EMCORE is a leading provider of advanced mixed-signal products that serve the aerospace & defense, communications, and sensing markets. Its best-in-class components and systems support a broad array of applications including navigation and inertial sensing, defense optoelectronics, broadband communications, optical sensing, and specialty chips for telecom and data center networking. EMCORE leverages industry-leading Photonic Integrated Chip (PIC), Quartz MEMS, Lithium Niobate, and Indium Phosphide chip-level technology to deliver state-of-the-art component and system-level products across end-market applications. The Company operates a wafer fabrication facility at its headquarters in Alhambra CA where it designs and builds semiconductors, and has vertically-integrated manufacturing capabilities in Alhambra CA, Concord CA, Budd Lake NJ, and Tinley Park IL.
EMCORE operates in two business segments: Aerospace & Defense and Broadband. The A&D business is largely comprised of a suite of inertial navigation products and solutions, while Broadband is the traditional chips business and optical components sold into the cable TV infrastructure market. In 2022, the Company expanded its A&D business with the completion of two carve-out acquisitions – the Space & Navigation operation in Budd Lake from L3Harris and the Inertial Navigation business unit in Tinley Park from KVH Industries. This created the world’s largest independent supplier of inertial navigation solutions to A&D customers, and the Company’s strategy for growth is focused on capitalizing on an increasing number of opportunities in this large market.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Job Posting #1532
• This position has a salary range of $150k to $250k, depending on skill and experience levels.
• This position has the opportunity to be eligible to participate in a bonus target plan of up to 30% of base salary, payable based on achievement of company, and individual goals. It is prorated for the number of days worked during the fiscal year.
• Position Specification – Controller, EMCORE Corporation (Nasdaq: EMKR)

Controller Role – EMCORE seeks a collaborative and operational Controller who is equally adept as a business partner to operational leaders as s/he is in interacting with the accounting and finance community (external auditors, bankers, consultants, etc.). The successful candidate with have an “organization” mentality that makes the business and the people their top priorities.Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, the Controller is responsible for the management of financial processes, systems, and controls; reporting results on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis; meeting regulatory deadlines; safeguarding Company assets; directing and administering budgets and operating plans; designing and measuring key performance indicators; and providing accurate and timely financial information that assists in operational decision-making, resource allocation, and investment decisions.

Reporting & Sox Compliance:

• Oversee and participate in the monthly close process with a focus on integrity of results, timeliness, developing good and effective close processes, documentation requirements, journal entry review, and timely overview of the reconciliation of major accounts
• Develop relationships with key functional personnel to ensure a timely and consistent dialogue of activity and that all significant business issues are raised in a timely fashion and analyzed and recorded correctly in accordance with GAAP
• Oversees the development and change process within the financial management process and provide leadership and direction when necessary
• Lead internal activities associated with quarterly and year-end financial audits and SOX compliance
• Coordinate with IT on implementation and maintenance of accounting and internal control systems

Cost Accounting & Contract Accounting:

• Review monthly cost variances with cost accounting team and operations management
• Review monthly revenue recognition calculations related to % of completion contracts
• Oversee semi-annual inventory standard cost roll and updated overhead rates
• Develop monthly product profitability and publish segment reporting

Forecasting and Reporting:

• Manage the annual operating plan and budgets, target setting, and business planning processes
• Manage the timely development and publication of accurate internal financial statements through analyzing and interpreting financial and operating data for management
• Analyze operational issues impacting functional groups and determines their financial impact
• Monitors progress of business objectives throughout the year

Treasury & Tax Support:

• Manage company cash flow through weekly cash forecasts and report the cash position and related issues to the CFO
• Manages tax accounting activities, programs, and compliance.

SEC Reporting:

• Support SEC reporting with submission of financial reports and supporting documentation
• Input on MD&A portions of the 10-Qs and 10-Ks

Managerial:

• Manage staff and staff development
• Mentor and inspire performance
• Make employment and compensation decisions related to staff
• Advise management on applicable industry trends and legislation
• Read, analyze, and interpret professional technical procedures, government regulations, financial reports, and legal documents.
• Respond to common inquiries from customers and regulatory agencies
• Other activities as assigned

Direct Reports:

• General Accounting
• Accounts Payable
• Payroll
• Cost Accounting
• Contract Accounting
• Capex Management and Fixed Asset Accounting
• Accounts Receivable/Revenue Accounting
• Treasury/Cash Management
• Budgeting, Forecasting, Planning, ad-hoc analysis, and other FP&A type activities
• Financial Systems (reports to IT but works on financial systems)
• Manage outsourced Tax function
• Individuals working remote and/or at other facilities besides Alhambra
• Working closely with SEC reporting personnel during quarter-ends and year-ends
• Manage tax needs and outsourced tax function

Minimum Qualifications:The Controller must be able to perform each essential duty at a high level. Requirements listed below are representative of some, but not all, of the knowledge, skill, and ability needed:

• Extensive GAAP financial reporting in a public company setting, including quarter-end and year-end demands, and working with external auditors.
• Extensive cost accounting knowledge, especially with standard cost methods in complex, multi-site manufacturing environments.
• Extensive systems background, including database and accounting computer application systems to supply the most accurate financial information.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience managing a sizable staff. Excellent leadership skills and management of staff, with direct reports.
• Minimum years of similar type experience: 20 years
• Minimum years in similar role in a manufacturing environment: 10 years
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting (or equivalent education) is required; MBA and CPA are highly desirable
• Based full-time, on-site 100% at Emcore’s headquarters in Alhambra, CA.
• Occasional travel as required.

*As a federal contractor, we are required to have all candidates offered employment to pass a criminal background check and a multi-panel drug screening, prior to starting employment.*ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

Separate from employment eligibility (Form I-9), U.S. export license requirements may apply before the Company can provide certain non-“U.S. persons” with access to specific technology, software and hardware that may be necessary for a position. As such, this position may require ITAR or EAR clearance.
EMCORE Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request an accommodation.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $150,000.00 - $250,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Physical setting:

• Office

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Application Question(s):

• As a federal contractor, we are required to have all candidates offered employment, to pass a criminal background check and a multi-panel drug screening, prior to starting employment. Are you willing to complete these requirements?
• Emcore is an employer that adheres to ITAR US Person requirements. Are you a US Person either by US Citizenship or as a Lawful Permanent Resident and can provide documents to prove this?
• How many years in managing a sizeable group of professional direct reports do you have?
• Are you accustomed to operating in an unstructured environment where self-initiative is key?
• Do you have experience in supporting senior management and Board of Director requests as needed?
• How many years of financial management experience in a manufacturing organization do you have?
• How many years of professional experience in accounting, including strong cost and contract accounting experience do you have?
• Do you consider yourself an out-of-the box thinker?

Work Location: In person

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