Operations Controller – Pawtucket Position Available In Providence, Rhode Island

Acute Care Technology Job Summary:

Provide direct financial and analytical support to the Site Leader and management team and support corporate finance with analysis and closing requirements In this role, the person will work as a business partner with the Site Lead in order to help drive productivity and operational performance to improve profitability and cash flow. ZOLL Medical is a growing, innovation-driven company on the forefront of delivering medical devices to save lives, and software solutions to improve efficiency. With customers in more than 140 countries, we continue to expand our reach, as well as our product offerings. Hospitals, emergency medical services (EMS), and others trust us to provide high-quality products and exceptional customer service. ZOLL products are used every day across the globe to save the lives of people who suffer sudden cardiac arrest. From Real CPR Help® technology—an industry first—to the world’s only wearable defibrillator, our capabilities and features set us apart. But none of this would be possible without the motivation and dedication of ZOLL employees, and we’re invested in their success. We offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package. Join our team. It’s a great time to be a part of ZOLL!

Job Summary:

Provide direct financial and analytical support to the Site Leader and management team and support corporate finance with analysis and closing requirements In this role, the person will work as a business partner with the Site Lead in order to help drive productivity and operational performance to improve profitability and cash flow.

Essential Functions:

Establish, maintain, analyze and report on Operational financials and metrics of the site. Provide financial guidance and reporting of the site. Manage close process and prepare and approve entries of employees. Provide financial and strategic guidance to operations leadership to support internal and external customers. Analyze and report on cost elements and make suggestions to manage costs. (Make/Buy, etc.) Be an active, engaged business partner with site leadership team. Establish processes to gather and monitor critical financial and manufacturing information necessary for the Site Leader to make informed decisions Develop, and oversee the monthly forecasts for the site manufacturing departments Management of site forecasting process Coordinate with the Site Cost accountant and corporate cost team the development, and oversight of the site standard costs including the establishment and accuracy of standard cost system for the site. Develop and manage the annual budget process for the site. Provide accurate and timely financial analysis of potential business transactions related to manufacturing expenditures. Purchasing related (site level): Perform D&B and financial analysis on potential new suppliers Review/Approve expense and capital requisitions Act as liaison between suppliers, purchasing and accounts payable to resolve issues. Assist with quotes and perform “full cost of ownership” (landed cost) analysis where requested. Assist with terms and discounting negotiations if needed. Be a key contributor in the developing, monitoring and maintenance of financial control procedures within Operations at the site. Be a business partner with Corporate Finance as well as Corporate Governance and operations. Engage proactively. Share best practices with other ZOLL factories. Travel to and partner with other manufacturing leaders in ZOLL to help drive all ZOLL (i.e., One ZOLL) operating performance. Cash Flow analysis on capital expenditures Inventory metrics and reporting (site level): Inventory levels Material variance analysis (PPV) Excess and obsolete process management Reserve analysis and preparation Used equipment status, levels and reserve Provide monthly, quarterly, annual comparative financial reports for site including: Expense actuals to budget and prior year Material costs by product Labor costs and efficiency (absorption analysis) Overhead costs and trends Other Costs of Goods Sold analysis and forecasting Provide ROI analysis and recommendations for large capital investments. Special projects as requested.

Skills:

Strong Communication skills. Excellent Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint skills Oracle Experience desired Must be a self-starter with a strong pro-active work ethics Sarbanes Oxley 404 experience

Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s Degree in (or with a concentration in) Finance or Accounting 5 years minimum of progressive financial analysis, reporting, and business support experience within a manufacturing environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. ZOLL Medical Corporation, an Asahi Kasei Group Company, develops and markets medical devices and software solutions that help advance emergency care and save lives, while increasing clinical and operational efficiencies. With products for defibrillation and monitoring, circulation and CPR feedback, data management, therapeutic temperature management, and ventilation, ZOLL provides a comprehensive set of technologies that help clinicians, EMS and fire professionals, and lay rescuers treat victims needing resuscitation and acute critical care. For more information, visit www.zoll.com. The Asahi Kasei Group is a diversified group of companies led by holding company Asahi Kasei Corp., with operations in the material, homes, and health care business sectors. Its health care operations include devices and systems for acute critical care, dialysis, therapeutic apheresis, transfusion, and manufacture of biotherapeutics, as well as pharmaceuticals and diagnostic reagents. With more than 30,000 employees around the world, the Asahi Kasei Group serves customers in more than 100 countries. For more information, visit www.asahi-kasei.co.jp/asahi/en/.