Manager, Finance & Control (KPU Controller)

As Manager of Finance & Control, you will be a key member of a dynamic, collaborative, and high-impact team operating in a fast-paced semiconductor equipment manufacturing environment. In this role, you will partner directly with the Director of one of ASM’s Key Product Units (KPU), helping to address complex business challenges, define performance metrics, and deliver actionable insights to guide strategic decision-making.

We’re looking for a creative and driven problem-solver—someone who thrives in a hands-on role, embraces change, and is motivated to develop innovative solutions. The ideal candidate combines strong business acumen with deep financial expertise and excels at building partnerships across global, cross-functional teams. This role requires a confident, solution-oriented professional with a proven ability to simplify complexity and communicate clearly with diverse stakeholders.

This position reports to the Director of Business Control.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a strategic business partner to the KPU Head, fostering a relationship built on trust, collaboration, and results.
• Lead financial planning and analysis for the KPU (full P&L), including forecasting, budgeting, and variance analysis across weekly, monthly, and quarterly cycles.
• Analyze R&D and operational spending trends, providing insights and recommendations to optimize resource allocation.
• Prepare and present monthly financial results and forecasts for internal reviews and external reporting.
• Drive budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning processes, ensuring alignment with business objectives and timely delivery.
• Conduct ad-hoc analyses and develop automated solutions for recurring financial activities such as data mining, modeling, and OpEx forecasting.
• Communicate effectively across all levels of the organization, translating financial data into clear, actionable insights.

Required Experience & Skills

• Demonstrated success in preparing financial forecasts and budgets under tight timelines.
• Proven ability to influence and collaborate with senior leadership.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and managing complex projects.
• Strong partnership skills with Marketing, Manufacturing, and Operations to drive financial performance.
• Deep understanding of accounting principles and financial best practices.
• Skilled in developing and delivering impactful presentations to executive audiences.
• Proficiency with SAP or other fully integrated ERP systems.
• Experience working in a global, matrixed organization.

Education & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting or Finance; MBA or CPA preferred.
• 5–10 years of relevant experience, ideally in semiconductor or high-tech manufacturing.