Assistant Controller

Job Location:

Vishay Dale Electronics, Columbus, NE is one of the world’s largest manufacturers of resistors and e‑beam technology. With roughly 600 employees currently working in Columbus, NE, Vishay Dale Electronics is one of the largest employers in the Columbus Area.

The Assistant Controller is responsible for managing all financial activities within the plants, ensuring accurate reporting, cost control, and compliance with corporate policies. This role partners closely with operations leadership to drive profitability, optimize manufacturing costs, and support strategic decision‑making.

Financial Management & Reporting

• Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for the plants.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and corporate accounting standards.
• Maintain accurate general ledger and cost accounting records.

Cost Control & Analysis

• Monitor and analyze manufacturing costs, variances, and margins.
• Develop and implement cost‑saving initiatives in collaboration with operations.
• Perform standard cost updates and ensure accurate product costing.

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Lead annual budgeting process for the plants.
• Provide rolling forecasts and variance analysis to management.
• Support strategic planning with financial insights and scenario modeling.

Internal Controls & Compliance

• Ensure adherence to internal control policies and SOX compliance.
• Coordinate audits and implement corrective actions as needed.

Business Partnership

• Act as a financial advisor to plants leadership, providing insights to improve operational efficiency.
• Support capital expenditure projects with ROI analysis and financial justification.

• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or CMA preferred).
• Experience:
  
  5+ years in manufacturing finance or cost accounting; prior plant Assistant Controller experience strongly preferred.

Skills:

• Strong knowledge of cost accounting and ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.).
• Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and leadership abilities.

Key

Competencies:

• Business acumen and strategic thinking.
• Ability to influence and collaborate across functions.
• Detail‑oriented with strong problem‑solving skills.

Vishay offers a comprehensive suite of benefit programs including health care coverage, financial support programs and other resources designed to help you achieve your personal and professional goals. With us, you’ll experience unique career paths, an open and collaborative culture, a stable business that will be there for you, and opportunities to work globally and locally. Benefits include medical, vision and dental insurance, 401k with company match, paid time off, employee assistance program, and tuition reimbursement.

Vishay is committed to a workplace free of harassment and unlawful discrimination. We do not engage in discrimination or harassment based on race, color, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, ethnicity or national origin, disability, pregnancy, religion, political affiliation, union membership, covered veteran status, protected genetic information or marital status in hiring and employment practices.

This position requires access to information subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations and/or the Export Administration Regulations. As such, this position is open only to applicants who qualify as “U.S. Persons” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.