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Communications & Power Industries (CPI), headquartered in Palo Alto, California, is a global manufacturer of electronic components and subsystems focused primarily on communications and defense markets.  With a heritage of technological excellence that spans decades, CPI develops, manufactures and globally distributes innovative and reliable technology solutions used in the generation, amplification, transmission and reception of microwave signals for commercial and military applications. CPI serves customers in the communications, defense, medical, industrial and scientific markets. The company has manufacturing locations in the United States, Canada, Europe and Asia, and sales, service and engineering offices around the world. 

Primary Responsibilities: Controllership Duties Reconcile and report on a monthly basis sale, orders, backlog, inventories, and trends. Prepare financial information and report to management, including designing new reports or implementing information gathering in new areas. Complete month end reconciliations and entries under tight deadlines. Independently collects, audits, reconciles, and compiles accounting data as required including liaison with both outside and internal auditors. Coordinate shared service resources to effectively manage accounts receivable, accounts payable and general accounting functions. Financial Planning and Budgeting Collaborate with stakeholders to develop comprehensive financial plan and budget for major project spanning multiple phases or years. Conduct detailed financial analysis to support budget development, considering factors such as resource allocation, capital expenditures, and operational costs. Establish financial milestones and benchmarks to track progress, costs over/under runs and ensure alignment with project objectives. Financial Monitoring and Reporting Implement robust financial tracking mechanisms to monitor expenditures, forecasts, and variances throughout the project lifecycle. Lead month-end close processes, including financial reconciliations, accruals, and variance analysis, to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting. Generate regular financial reports and dashboards to provide stakeholders with timely insights into project financial performance. Forecasting and Financial Analysis Develop and maintain project financial forecasts based on evolving project scope, schedule, and resource requirements. Conduct variance analysis and trend analysis to identify potential risks and opportunities and provide actionable insights to project teams and senior management. Collaborate with project teams to develop mitigation strategies for addressing forecasted variances and achieving financial targets.

Position Requirements University Graduate with bachelor's degree in accounting or related field with proven experience (5+ years). MBA or CPA preferred. Demonstrated expertise with controllership responsibilities and financial program management roles preferred. Experience leading month-end close processes and financial reporting activities. Solid understanding of project management principles, methodologies, and tools. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage and influence stakeholders. Excellent analytical skills with attention to detail. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate financial information effectively. Strong MS Excel skills and knowledge of JDE ERP systems. CPI is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally pro ected characteristics.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

CPI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we welcome and encourage diversity in our workforce.