About Us: How many companies can say they’ve been in business for over 179 years?! Here at ZEISS, we certainly can! As the pioneers of science, ZEISS handles the everchanging environments in a fast-paced world, meeting it with cutting edge of technologies and continuous advancements. ZEISS believes that innovation and technology are the key to a sustainable future and solutions for global change. We have a diverse range of portfolios throughout the ZEISS family in segments like, Industrial Quality & Research, Medical Technology, Consumer Markets and Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology. We are a global company with over 42,000 employees and have over 4,000 in the US and Canada alone! Make a difference, come join the team! What’s the role? Are you energized by bringing clarity into complex financial landscapes and helping teams make better decisions? In this role, you will shape the performance of our operations site – working closely with upper management and external strategic partners and driving change through your insights, ideas, and drive for continuous improvement. We’re looking for a motivated, analytical, and forward‑thinking Financial Analyst who strengthens our operational backbone and accelerates smarter, faster decision‑making across the site. Sound Interesting? Here’s what you’ll do: Lead Financial Reporting & Business Partnering Prepare and present monthly financial statements, forecasts, and reports to Upper Management. Conduct cost and variance analyses and turn insights into clear, actionable recommendations. Ensure financial accuracy through journal entries, reconciliations, and compliance with ZEISS reporting standards. Drive automation to simplify processes and streamline reporting with central Finance and local partners. Partner with our business colleagues to implement cost‑avoidance and productivity measures. Drive Budgeting & Performance Management Prepare and coordinate the annual budgeting process across departments. Support KPI dashboards, scorecards, and data‑driven performance discussions. Leverage analytics tools to identify trends, opportunities, and risks. Implement automation and AI to simplify finance processes Optimize Inventory & Strengthen Operational Excellence Monitor inventory levels, turnover, and stock efficiency. Collaborate with Supply Chain and Operations to improve inventory utilization. Share insights and global best practices across our manufacturing network. Identify workflow inefficiencies and recommend data‑driven improvements. Do you qualify? Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field; MBA/CPA/CFA is a plus. 2 years of finance experience (preferably FP&A) within healthcare, diagnostics, or manufacturing. Affinity for business and production processes and shop‑floor realities. Strong analytical skills with proficiency in modeling, forecasting, budgeting, and MS Office; SAP is a plus. Excellent problem‑solving skills, attention to detail, and strong communication skills – including translating complex data into clear messages and recommendations. Knowledge of IFRS or US GAAP; experience with tax filings or fixed assets is beneficial. A proactive, curious mindset with a drive to simplify processes and support operational improvement. We have amazing benefits to support you as an employee at ZEISS! Medical Vision Dental 401k Matching Employee Assistance Programs Vacation and sick pay The list goes on! The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of requirements, duties, or responsibilities. The Company reserves the right to interpret, amend, or otherwise modify, in whole or in part, any job description at any time, at its sole discretion. Your ZEISS Recruiting Team: Maria Khalil Zeiss provides Equal Employment Opportunity without unlawful regard to an Applicants race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, marital status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military or veteran status, citizen status, sexual orientation, pregnancy (includes childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition), genetic predisposition, carrier status, gender expression or identity, including transgender identity, or any other class or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law of the employee (or the people with whom the employee associates, including relatives and friends). Step out of your comfort zone, excel and redefine the limits of what is possible. That’s just what our employees are doing every single day – in order to set the pace through our innovations and enable outstanding achievements. After all, behind every successful company are many great fascinating people. In a spacious modern setting full of opportunities for further development, ZEISS employees work in a place where expert knowledge and team spirit reign supreme. All of this is supported by a special ownership structure and the long-term goal of the Carl Zeiss Foundation: to bring science and society into the future together. Join us today. Inspire people tomorrow. Diversity is a part of ZEISS. We look forward to receiving your application regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion, philosophy of life, disability, age, sexual orientation or identity. Apply now! It takes less than 10 minutes.

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