Operations Finance Manager

About Veeco
You probably don’t realize it, but what we do at Veeco touches the lives of every person, every day. It’s a bold statement, but it’s true. From the smartphones in our pockets that access the world’s collective knowledge, to the cloud-based services where all that information lives, to high-speed wireless communication and computing power needed to drive artificial intelligence, augmented and virtual reality, gaming and so much more, our technology is all around us. 
 

We design, develop, manufacture, and service highly complex, cutting-edge machines used by our customers to create the essential devices that drive the digital age, connect the world, and improve the human experience. Along with the world’s leading technology companies, many of which are household names, we help solve their most difficult material science challenges, enabling technologies for a more connected, sustainable, and convenient world.
 

We’re looking for material difference-makers to join our growing team. Interested? Learn more at www.veeco.com/careers.

Overview:

The Operations Finance Manager, reporting to the Sr. Director of Finance, is responsible for delivering financial analysis and insights to enable informed decision-making and drive operational and financial performance. This person will partner with the Business Unit Operations Leaders, focusing on gross margin, product costing, overhead, bill of materials, and inventory across the manufacturing footprint.

Responsibilities:

Gross Margin Analysis

• Analyze cost of goods sold versus budget, forecast, and prior year; identify risks and mitigation actions that include detailed gross margin analysis by product line, with visibility into systems, installation, warranty, manufacturing cost, freight, rework, and other direct costs.
• Track material cost reductions and operational margin improvements against targets.
• Communicate effectively with leadership key drivers and recommend actions to improve profitability.

Product Costing & Forecasting

• Support implementation and governance of product line costing structures in a high-growth environment.
• Maintain forecasting models supporting production growth, including in-house and outsourced scenarios.
• Align cost assumptions with operational plans, capacity, and supply chain strategies.

Overhead & Cost Management

• Ensure appropriate application of manufacturing overhead across product lines and sites.
• Monitor absorption, direct and indirect cost, fixed and variable cost, production variances; provide actionable insights.

BOM & Cost Structure

• Provide oversight to validate cost accuracy and identify cost reduction opportunities for the BOM’s.
• Partner with Engineering and Supply Chain to align cost structures with sourcing and design changes.

Inventory & Forecast Alignment

• Align inventory forecasts across product lines and regions.
• Monitor inventory performance versus targets.
• Identify risks and drive actions to achieve inventory and margin objectives.

Metrics, Performance & Process Improvement

• Deliver KPI’s on cost efficiency, manufacturing performance, inventory health, and margin.
• Partner with finance and operations teams to improve forecast accuracy.
• Drive improvements in costing, forecasting, and reporting processes.
• Enhance profitability visibility through standardized reporting and analytics.
• Support system and process improvements leveraging ERP tools (SAP preferred).

• Perform ad hoc analysis supporting strategic and operational priorities.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting is required; MBA a plus. 10 years of experience in manufacturing finance or cost accounting is also required. Advanced analytical and financial modeling capabilities (Excel required)

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• ERP experience required; SAP experience a plus
• Strong understanding of US GAAP and manufacturing cost structures
• Deep expertise in complex product costing and proven experience working in a global operations and supply chain environment
• Technology systems manufacturing within the semiconductor industry, or related industry experience preferred
• Strong business partnering and communication skills
• Proven ability to drive process improvements and operational change
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Salary and Benefits
The expected salary range for this position is $124,000-$160,000, plus a bonus opportunity. We will consider your location, experience, and other job-related factors when determining your pay. If your salary requirements exceed the advertised range and you remain interested in Veeco, we encourage you to apply or email your resume to recruiting@veeco.com.

Other benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Holiday, Vacation, and Sick Time
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Commuter Benefits
• Life and Accident Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Identity Theft Remediation
• Emergency Travel Assistance

Veeco is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected characteristics. Veeco is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.

Notice to Applicants:
All communication about open positions and hiring will come from someone with a @veeco.com email address. You will always have multiple interviews and meet several team members (in-person or virtually) before we present an offer. We may also check references or conduct a background investigation as part of the offer process. We will never ask you for money for any reason, especially to send equipment or for pre-employment training. If you have any questions or concerns, or if someone has reached out to you and you think it might be a scam, please get in touch with us at recruiting@veeco.com.