Controller - ASPEX Mfg

At Alcon, we are driven by the meaningful work we do to help people see brilliantly. We innovate boldly, champion progress, and act with speed as the global leader in eye care. Here, you’ll be recognized for your commitment and contributions and see your career like never before. Together, we go above and beyond to make an impact in the lives of our patients and customers.

We foster an inclusive culture and are looking for diverse, talented people to join Alcon. As a Controller - ASPEX Mfg, you will lead the Finance function for the Alcon Manufacturing Plant. You will oversee financial reporting; planning and analysis; capital appropriation request preparation; and internal control for the plant. Ensure compliance to all company policies and advise plant management on financial strategies. As a member of the Site Leadership Team, contribute to establishing and accomplishing facility and divisional goals.

In this role, a typical day will include:

Direction Setting/Strategy:

• Represent the financial function in strategy setting; provide direction for growth of the organization.
• Contribute to development of annual site strategic plan to meet short term and long term business objectives.
• Monitor costs, identify variances, and facilitate initiation of corrective actions to meet business goals.
• Conduct business in accordance with what we valueand in complia nce with applicable laws, regulations, and company policies.

Finance Technical responsibilities:

• Provide financial leadership for the manufacturing site to achieve business goals.
• Work with the GM and site management team to develop and achieve long term financial objectives; support business decisions requiring a financial/business assessment.
• Actively manage risks and opportunities to ensure financial objectives are met.
• Develop, implement and oversee annual budget process for Manufacturing & Quality.
• Formulate capital expenditure plan to support the plant’s strategic and operational capital investment requirements.
• Ensure the accuracy, integrity and analysis of financial reporting is maintained in accordance with IAS and Alcon Accounting Manual.
• Establish accurate standard costs and inventory valuation for Manufacturing.
• Ensure uncompromising integrity, clear and timely internal controls and financial compliance process.
• Legal Entity Compliance & External relationships.
• Ensure tax & statutory compliance for the legal entity.
• Contract reviews, leases, etc.
• Position finance as an effective and valued business partner within the organization.
• Responsible for External Supply Organization Financials, as determined by the organization.

Team:

• Develop and implement succession plans to develop a talent pipeline for the site, and for the company.
• Ensure associates receive training and development to acquire knowledge, skills and experiences required for the current and future success of the business.

Interfaces:

• Coordinate pro-actively with other facilities and division functions to ensure appropriate levels of involvement, guidance, and direction.
• Partner with operations to drive continuous productivity improvement focusing both on cost reduction and inventory optimization.
• Coordinate with Manufacturing, Corporate Engineering, QA, and MS&T to successfully implement engineering projects.
• Coordinate with MS&T to validate equipment, systems, and processes.
• Coordinate with Research and Development to transfer technologies required for new and improved products.

Safety:

• Ensure that facilities align with HSE standards at all levels of the organization and remain audit-ready.
• Ensure associates have tools and equipment needed to perform their jobs safely and effectively.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING TO ALCON:

• Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent years of directly related experience (or high school +18 yrs; Assoc.+14 yrs; M.S.+7 yrs; PhD+6 yrs)
• The ability to fluently read, write, understand, and communicate in English
• 10 Years of Relevant Experience
• 6 Years of Demonstrated Leadership

Preferred Qualifications:

• Hands-on experience in a manufacturing plant (preferred)
• Ability to work well in and manage a team, ability to develop and empower staff of different skill levels directly & indirectly.
• Flexibility to respond to a constantly evolving business environment.
• Ability to remain impartial and handle critical / confidential information.
• Proficiency in spreadsheet, word processing, and accounting software, SAP experience a +.
• Good knowledge of Manufacturing/Engineering and other departmental proces