Job Description

Are you a senior finance team member at a large healthcare company looking to take the next step in your career? Visionix USA is looking for a Controller to take an active role in establishing process today and shaping our financial future in the coming years.

VISIONIX

Visionix USA is a growing member of the Visionix Global family, based in France. We are a high-tech ophthalmic device manufacturer dedicated to working with eye care professionals around the world to extend and improve patient care through sustained technological innovation.

CONTROLLER

As a key member of our Finance team, the Controller will lead financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, cash management, and order processing for a distribution center in Chicago and a California-based R&D hub. Successful candidates will have thrived in fast-paced environments utilizing advanced ERP and CRM systems (SAP & Salesforce.com) and understand the power of leveraging these systems as the company scales. This position is part of a global finance team and will report directly to the CFO of Visionix USA.

RESPONSIBILITIES: Most responsibilities are relevant to both Chicago-based distribution hub as well as the California-based R&D hub, unless otherwise noted.

• Oversee the optimization of financial accounting and reporting. Revise and expand current standard operating procedures/work instructions to ensure proper alignment with global finance policy and company goals.
• Establish internal controls that ensure accurate financial reporting, control over assets, liabilities, and company security.
• Work with business unit heads to promote financial transparency and align spending with budget goals.
• Ensure that ERP performance and reporting meets the goals of the company in the most efficient and cost-effective way.
• Manage budgeting and forecasting of financial results, business metrics and cash flow forecasting.
• Lead stakeholders in development of a robust S&OP process to ensure predictable manufacturing, maximum warehouse efficiency and customer satisfaction.
• Manage AR & AP staff as well as the Order Management team, report to local CFO.
• Perform and communicate analysis of:
  • Historical operating and financial results/performance metrics
  • Prospective projects and investments
• Identify and communicate opportunities for revenue expansion, cost reduction, improved profit margins, and asset management.
• Ensure that the company is compliant with all tax authorities while minimizing tax liabilities.
• Inspire a team approach and a positive work environment.
• Stay abreast of trends and regulations to ensure effectiveness and compliance and anticipate potential changes required in the Accounting and Finance functions.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration or related field required. Master’s degree/MBA/CPA preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in finance and accounting with d increasing levels of responsibility.
• Strong technical and practical understanding of GAAP, accounting information systems and tax planning/compliance.
• Strong customer service orientation.
• Regular financial reporting to global headquarters requires the ability to work across multiple time zones and cultures, in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in a capital equipment environment, electromechanical system product development, manufacturing, global distribution, and customer service is preferred.
• Regulated medical environment experience is a plus.
• Experience in:
  • Managing and optimizing high-end ERP information systems (SAP preferred), other accounting/finance applications, and CRMs (Salesforce.com preferred).
  • Strategic planning
  • Financial planning and analysis
  • Leading budgeting and forecast processes
  • Financial reporting
  • Tax compliance
  • Overseeing cash management processes
• Demonstrated leadership ability, including the formation and development of high performing teams.
• Strong analytical skills with demonstrated commercial acumen and business judgment.
• Proven ability to adapt and excel in a fast paced, global environment where change is a constant.

COMPENSATION:

This is a full-time salaried position. Salary is commensurate with experience.

BENEFITS:

Health, Dental, Life, Disability insurance coverage are made available per company policy. Eligibility for other benefits including 401K and Profit Sharing is made available according to company policy and vesting policies.

Company Description

Visionix is an ophthalmic device company dedicated to working with eye care professionals around the world to improve patient care through sustained technological innovation. As a trusted partner to eye care professionals, Visionix delivers innovative solutions that have been revolutionizing the field of ophthalmology.