Manager Finance & Control

ASM is a leading global supplier of products, services, and materials for semiconductor processing. For more than half a century, innovation has been at the core of everything we do. Our smart, ambitious people are dedicated to creating cutting-edge solutions for the world's leading semiconductor providers. Every day we push the development of next-generation computer-chip technology, always staying a few steps ahead of what's next.

The talented, enthusiastic people at ASM are just like you: dedicated to improving people's lives and unlocking new potential. With our collaborative approach to R&D, we advance key semiconductor technologies and platforms like ALD, epitaxy, PEALD, PECVD, and vertical furnaces. And we have recently entered the promising high-growth market: silicon carbide epitaxy. Year after year, our innovations help to make chips smaller, faster, and more powerful. In fact, you will find our technology in every aspect of modern life: in AI, medical equipment, 5G, smartphones, autonomous driving, and more.

As the Manager of Finance & Control, you will work on a highly visible, flexible, and collaborative team in a fast-paced semiconductor equipment manufacturing environment. The Manager of Finance & Control will directly partner with a Director of one of ASM's Key Product Units (KPU). In so doing, the Manager of Finance & Control will help to resolve complex business challenges, establish business metrics, and provide insights into future business endeavors. The ideal candidate is a creative, hard-working problem-solver. This individual acts quickly and is comfortable in a hands-on role. This person is not afraid of change and is motivated to develop new approaches and solutions. This position requires a solution-oriented candidate with a combination of confidence, business acumen, knowledge of financial and accounting best practices, and advanced business partnering skills. The candidate must have the ability and flexibility to work globally with diverse stakeholder groups around the globe to solve business problems and provide data-driven solutions that are organized and simple to understand. A strong track record of effective business partnership and communication skills are a must. This position will report to the Director of Business Control.

RESPONSIBILITIES

This position will require the application of business and financial acumen to support the Director Business Control and various levels of operational and financial decision makers with data, analysis, metrics, business process creation/improvement, and operating model alignment.

• Business Partnering within Operations and Finance that builds professional relationships based on trust, respect, and achievement of results.

• Develop financial projections for Profit & Loss supporting the business unit leadership team with forecasted and actual spending through weekly, monthly, & quarterly reporting and reviews.

• Analyze business expenses and understanding R&D spending trends versus forecast/estimates.

• Prepare and analyze monthly financial results and forecasts for the company's financial operations, external reporting, and monthly operations reviews.

• Budgeting/Forecasting/Estimating/Actuals: Quarterly/Annual budget preparation. Monthly financial forecasting and variance analysis to actual results.

• Ad-hoc analysis and designing/executing solutions to automate ongoing activities such as data mining, financial modelling, and OpEx forecasting.

• Communication & Coordination: Ability to communicate effectively with peers and management.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE & SKILLS

• Preparing financial forecasts and budgets on tight timelines.

• Proven ability to partner with and influence senior levels of management.

• Capable of successfully leading teams and projects.

• Collaborating with marketing, manufacturing, & operations to improve financial results.

• Thorough knowledge and experience applying accounting principles and best practices.

• Ability to prepare and deliver effective presentations to management.

• Previous experience with fully integrated SAP, ERP systems.

• Experience working in a global organization.

EDUCATION

• BS/MS Degree in Accounting or Finance. MBA or CPA is a plus.
• 5 - 10 years of related work experience. Experience in semiconductor manufacturing or similar high technology manufacturing environment is desirable.

At ASM we are committed to supporting our people, enabling them to develop their talents and perform at their best. We actively promote an inclusive and diverse culture that fosters trust and transparency. Our people are our power, and we value the differences between everyone because it is what make us better as a team. By embracing a wide range of perspectives, we enable a culture of continuous exploration and adoption of new ideas. At every step, we know that it is our valued people who enable us to deliver excellent products and service to our clients - and to make a meaningful difference in society.

So join us on our journey and unleash the power of an open mind. Discover how you can be part of our exciting future and apply today! To learn more about ASM, find us at asm.com and on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram and YouTube.