Finance Supervisor

Bluefors

  • Syracuse, NY
  • $85,000-95,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 day ago
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Finance SupervisorPay range: $85,000 - 95,000 DOE**This position is located in Syracuse, NY.Bluefors and Cryomech have recently joined innovative forces to become a world leader in cryogenic technology and manufacturing. Now, as the new Bluefors, a company of 600 professionals from 50+ different nationalities and growing, we are proud to continue serving quantum technology, scientific and other select industries throughout the world.Bluefors is a Finnish-based company formed in 2008 and quickly became a market-leader in ultra-low temperature systems. We design, customize and manufacture measurement systems that can provide a clean and quiet environment for scientific research. Cryomech, a world leader in cryocoolers and cryogenic systems, has been a Syracuse-based high-tech manufacturer since 1963, and will continue to be the brand of product lines from Syracuse.Together we have a strong focus on the quantum computing and information community, and we are here to support scientists and industries go further in their endeavors. For this we have brought together the best minds from a variety of fields. Here we are curious to the core, have wide-range expertise, and have one mission: progress. Together we deliver systems all around the world and the markets for our products are constantly growing.SummaryThe Finance Supervisor oversees financial tracking, reporting, and analysis to support business decisions. This role researches and interprets accounting data, prepares reports for management, and ensures strict confidentiality when handling sensitive financial information. The Finance Supervisor also supervises accounting staff, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant financial operations.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Leadership & Supervision
  • Supervise and mentor staff, including training on Global Shop, Excel, and GAAP principles.
  • Ensure compliance with financial guidelines, company policies and relevant legal regulations.
  • Manage departmental workload and ensure timely completion of deliverables.
  • Conduct regular check-ins with staff to provide feedback, reinforce performance, and address issues.
  • Meet weekly with the Plant Controller to provide departmental updates.
Financial Reporting & Analysis
  • Prepare and review financial statements, balance sheet, income statement, and cash flow.
  • Analyze and validate financial results, including gross margins by product line.
  • Review financial variances (month-over-month, year-to-date, budget vs. actual).
  • Perform financial modeling, forecasting, ROI analysis, and project reporting.
  • Develop operating and capital budgets; support long-range planning through 3-year financial forecasts.
Compliance & Controls
  • Ensure adherence to financial guidelines, company policies, and legal/regulatory requirements.
  • Review and approve journal entries, bank reconciliations, and G/L account reconciliations.
  • Oversee audit readiness, tax compliance, cost control, and budgeting processes.
  • Serve as final reviewer for financial reporting prior to submission to the Plant Controller or Chief Business Officer.
Process Improvement
  • Develop dashboards and reports within Global Shop to enhance financial reporting.
  • Conduct process constraint analysis and recommend improvements for efficiency, accuracy, and timeliness.
  • Identify and implement best practices to strengthen the finance function.
Collaboration & Strategy
  • Partner with cost accounting and department heads to monitor project progress and financial impacts.
  • Provide input to guide overall financial strategy and decision-making.
  • Participate in project and cross-functions meetings to support business initiatives.
  • Assist the Plant Controller and Chief Business Officer as needed.
Other
  • Perform additional duties as assigned.
QualificationsThe requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.Job Competencies:
  • Ability to work independently, follow directions that are given and manage multiple priorities.
  • Ability to troubleshoot departmental issues.
  • Must have excellent analytical skills with a sound understanding of accounting principles.
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to work successfully with cross-functional teams to develop and implement appropriate accounting procedures.
  • Strong communication skills; able to present financial concepts to a non-financial audience.
  • High ethical standards and commitment to confidentiality.
  • Ability to lead, mentor, and collaborate across functions.
Computer Skills:
  • Knowledge and excellent experience with ERP systems, QuickBooks Online, Excel and other database, payroll, and word processing software.
Education and/or Experience:
  • Bachelor's degree in accounting from an accredited College or University required (CPA or CMA preferred).
  • Minimum 5 years of financial statement analysis required
  • 3 years' accounting experience in a manufacturing environment or equivalent is preferred
Employee BenefitsBluefors offers a generous benefits package including health, dental, vision, 401K, long and short-term disability, life, training, tuition reimbursement, and Paid Time Off (PTO).This role does not offer sponsorship for work authorization.Bluefors Cryocooler Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of disability status, veteran status, or any other New York State or federally protected characteristic.You will receive a confirmation email after you submit the first part of the application. If you do not receive an email, please check your spam folder.Job Posted by ApplicantPro

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