Financial Reporting Manager

Thorlabs is pleased to play a role in advancing science through the components, instruments, and systems we design and manufacture. We believe that science and innovation have great potential to improve the world around us and are committed to advancing photonics (i.e., light-based) technologies that positively impact our customers, employees, and communities. Via educational outreach and more sustainable business practices, we continuously invest in a brighter future.

We recognize that each of our employees is a unique individual with the ability to contribute to our success and seek to find great people who will thrive in our fun, fast-paced culture.

Responsible for accurate, timely and complete financial statement preparation and analysis, including general knowledge of transaction flows, measurement and recording. Although the location of the position is in Newton, NJ, from time to time it may be required to undertake duties at other Thorlabs locations.

• Responsible for ensuring a complete and accurate domestic general ledger analysis
• Identifies and implements cost reductions
• Understands computer systems and information flow in a perpetual accounting system
• Responsible for the accounting department closing checklist (monthly and annual)
• Provides guidance on accounting procedures and controls
• Identifies when new general ledger accounts are needed
• Completion and analysis of monthly domestic financial statements
• Compilation of the monthly consolidated financial statements
• Completes annual audited consolidation of domestic and foreign subsidiaries, including all GAAP eliminations, work papers and external financial statements
• Compiles information and work papers for the preparation of income tax returns and reviews completed returns prior to submission
• Compiles domestic and consolidated budgets and work papers
• Preparation of management reports
• Completes special projects as assigned

• 7-10 Years related experience
• Demonstrated experience consolidating multiple domestic and foreign subsidiaries
• Familiar with a variety of accounting concepts, practices, and procedures.
• Operations management background in a manufacturing environment including production and inventory control helpful

• A bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field required
• CPA or master’s degree preferred

• Microsoft D365 ERP system, Microsoft products
• Uses experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
• Performs a variety of complicated tasks
• Advanced Excel skills are required.
• Knowledge of Atlas and Power BI a plus

The estimated pay range for this role is $160,000 - $180,000 annually

Thorlabs values its diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identify or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age or veteran status. Job descriptions are not intended as and do not create employment contracts. The organization maintains its status as an at-will employer.

Employees can be terminated for any reason not prohibited by law.

Thorlabs offers a complete benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision insurance, company paid life insurance, a generous PTO package, a 401(k) plan, and tuition reimbursement just to name a few.