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BU Controller

Excelitas Technologies

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Location
Pittsburgh, PA
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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Bachelor's degree

Job overview

The Global Business Unit Controller partners with business leadership to manage financial planning, forecasting, reporting, and performance for a global, multi-site business unit. The role provides visibility into financial performance, drives forecast accuracy, and supports disciplined execution and compliance. It also works across functions and ERP systems to deliver analysis, improve reporting processes, and support operational and strategic decisions.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Financial AcumenP&L ManagementForecastingFinancial PlanningFinancial AnalysisManufacturing FinanceCommunicationERP SystemsSAPExcelFinancial ModelingForecasting ToolsPower BITableauPrioritizationAttention to DetailProblem SolvingIndependent Work

Qualifications

Bachelor's in Accounting, Finance, or Related FieldMBACPA7+ Years Finance ExperiencePhotonics, Semiconductor, Life Sciences, or Industrial ExperienceManufacturing or Industrial Experience15-20% Travel

Full job description

ENABLE your future through light. Excelitas is a global technology leader with more than 7,500 employees, focused on delivering market-driven solutions to fulfill the illumination, optical, detection and imaging needs of OEMs and end-users across the biomedical, semiconductor, industrial, consumer products, scientific, security, defense and aerospace sectors. ENGAGE with us today and make your contribution to the future! Join the team that leading technology companies turn to for cutting-edge photonic innovation. At Excelitas Technologies you are how we EXCEL. The Opportunity The Global Business Unit Controller is a key finance partner responsible for supporting financial planning, forecasting, reporting, and performance management for a global, multi-site business unit. This role provides end-to-end visibility into Business Unit financial performance, including orders, revenue, gross margin, operating expenses, and EBITDA. The Controller drives forecasting accuracy, delivers actionable insights, and supports disciplined financial execution across the business, while ensuring compliance with company policies and accounting standards. Key Responsibilities Business Partnership & Financial Support 1. Partner with Business Unit leadership to support financial performance and operational decision-making 2. Work cross-functionally with Operations, Sales, Engineering, and other functions to gather business insights and formulate accurate and actionable forecasts 3. Provide insights on orders, sales, pricing, gross margin, and cost drivers across regions and product lines 4. Support execution of business strategies through financial analysis and performance tracking P&L Planning & Forecasting 1. Support full Business Unit P&L, including orders, revenue, gross margin, OPEX, and EBITDA 2. Lead development and consolidation of annual operating plans, quarterly forecasts, and monthly outlooks 3. Forecast key financial metrics including bookings, shipments, revenue, cost of goods sold, and operating expenses 4. Monitor performance versus plan and forecast, providing clear variance analysis and identifying key drivers 5. Highlight risks and opportunities and support mitigation planning Financial Reporting & Analysis 1. Deliver timely and accurate monthly and quarterly financial reporting 2. Prepare P&L bridges, variance analysis (actual vs. plan vs. forecast), and KPI reporting 3. Support business reviews with clear financial narratives and insights 4. Continuously improve reporting quality, transparency, and forecast accuracy Operational Finance 1. Partner with Operations and Supply Chain to analyze cost performance and gross margin drivers 2. Support cost control initiatives, productivity improvements, and margin expansion efforts 3. Analyze manufacturing variances and operational performance across global sites 4. Support capital expenditure tracking and ROI analysis Compliance & Financial Controls 1. Ensure compliance with US GAAP, SOX, and corporate financial policies 2. Support monthly and quarterly close processes and ensure accuracy of reported financials 3. Assist with account reconciliations and financial data integrity 4. Support internal and external audits Systems & Process Coordination 1. Work across multiple ERP systems to consolidate financial results and forecasts across global sites 2. Manage and reconcile data across systems to ensure accuracy and consistency 3. Drive standardization and improvement of financial planning and reporting processes 4. Support system enhancements and automation initiatives Requirements and Experience 1. Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required 2. MBA, CPA, or equivalent preferred 3. At least 7 years of progressive finance experience 4. Experience in photonics, semiconductor, life sciences, or industrial sectors preferred

  1. Strong financial acumen with understanding of P&L management and forecasting 6. Experience supporting full P&L (orders, revenue, gross margin, OPEX, EBITDA) 7. Strong forecasting, planning, and analytical capabilities 8. Experience in manufacturing or industrial environments preferred 9. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a global, matrixed organization 10. Strong communication skills with the ability to translate financial results into business insights 11. Experience working with ERP systems (SAP preferred) and multiple data sources 12. High attention to detail with strong problem-solving abilities 13. Ability to work independently in an individual contributor role 14. Willingness to travel (~15-20%) Key Skills 1. SAP or equivalent ERP systems 2. Advanced Excel and financial modeling 3. Experience with forecasting and planning tools 4. BI/reporting tools (Power BI, Tableau) preferred Please note: 1. This position requires the use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) 2. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position #LI-AM1 Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action EmployerMinorities/Females/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation Excelitas is seeking leaders and innovators to join our global team! Visit: https://jobs.excelitas.com/ Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Minorities/Females/Disability/Veteran/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation

How this job compares

Set against the 1,468 open Financial Planning and Analysis jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 27, 2026.

Pay
  • This postingNot listed
  • US median$109–163K/yr1,029 salary ranges
  • US median$39–49/hr28 hourly ranges
Openings
Olive Jobs lists 39 open Financial Planning and Analysis jobs in Pennsylvania and 1,468 across the US. 6% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Pennsylvania
Experience
This posting asks for at least 7 years of experience; Financial Planning and Analysis postings that state a minimum ask for 5 years at the median (1,297 postings).
Education
This posting asks for a bachelor's degree; 932 of the 1,468 open Financial Planning and Analysis jobs (63%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

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