Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

For more than 50 years, Photronics has been a global leader in photomask technology — powering the innovation behind smartphones, computers, TVs, and other devices people use every day. Our success is built on quality, collaboration, and the dedication of our people. Join us and be part of a company recognized worldwide for cutting-edge technology, exceptional service, and strong customer partnerships.

Photronics is hiring! We’re looking for an Assistant Controller to join our team in Brookfield, CT. As an Assistant Controller, you’ll play a key role in shaping and supporting Photronics’ global financial operations. Partnering closely with the Corporate Controller, you’ll have hands-on responsibility across accounting, financial reporting, and internal controls for all regions. This is a highly visible role where your expertise will directly impact the accuracy, transparency, and efficiency of our global finance organization.

Location : Photronics’ Corporate Headquarters – Brookfield, CT (US). This is an on-site position, and we are not open to remote candidates at this time.

Responsibilities:

As our Assistant Controller, you’ll play a critical role in shaping our global financial operations. Reporting to the Corporate Controller, you will:

• Lead and support accounting and reporting across corporate and Asia region operations.
• Oversee day-to-day accounting, monthly closings, and ensure timely, accurate financial reporting (AP, AR, cash, fixed assets, revenue, etc.).
• Manage SEC filings, including 10-Qs and 10-Ks, and provide technical accounting guidance on complex transactions.
• Stay current on new accounting standards and advise on their impact.
• Review Asia region financials for compliance with US GAAP and local statutes.
• Support annual budgeting and forecasting, and analyze variances against plan.
• Partner with internal/external auditors and strengthen internal controls.
• Lead and mentor a team of accounting professionals.
• Contribute to special projects such as system upgrades and process improvements.
• Additional responsibilities as required

Qualifications:

• 10+ years of progressive finance experience, including significant time as an Assistant Controller or in a similar leadership role, with a proven track record of driving results.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required; Master’s degree strongly preferred.
• Active CPA license required.
• Deep expertise in US GAAP and its application within complex, global organizations.
• Strong background in core accounting and financial processes, including financial close, reporting, and analysis.
• Demonstrated experience with SEC reporting (10-Q/10-K) requirements.
• Broad, hands-on exposure to key accounting areas such as Revenue Recognition, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Fixed Assets, Consolidation, and SEC Financial Reporting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel); experience with Oracle is a plus.
• Highly organized with sharp attention to detail, exceptional analytical skills, and a solutions-oriented mindset.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and build credibility across all levels of the organization.
• Proven ability to prioritize, manage multiple projects, and deliver under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

T ravel: About 10–15% - Both internationally to Asia and domestic

Why Photronics

• Be part of a global technology leader driving innovation for the world’s biggest tech companies.
• Work in a collaborative, growth-focused environment where your expertise will have a real impact.
• Develop your leadership skills by mentoring and guiding a talented accounting team.
• Enjoy stability, challenge, and opportunity at a company with more than 50 years of proven success
• Competitive salary and annual bonus program.
• Equity compensation eligibility.
• Full suite of health and welfare benefits.
• 401k with company match.

Equal Opportunity Statement: We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodation for team members’ disabilities and religious beliefs or practices.

Agency Notice: Photronics does not accept unsolicited resumes or outreach from search firms or employment agencies. Please, no phone calls or emails to any employee regarding this opening. Resumes submitted outside of our approved agency engagement process will be considered the sole property of Photronics, and no fees will be paid if such candidates are hired. Only agencies with a valid agreement in place with Photronics and assigned to this role may submit candidates.

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