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Finance Plant Controller, S&T

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Date: Feb 16, 2026

Location: Corning, NY, US, 14831

Company: Corning

Requisition Number: 73280

 

The company built on breakthroughs. ​  
Join us.​                    

                                                          

Corning is one of the world’s leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. From the depths of the ocean to the farthest reaches of space, our technologies push the boundaries of what’s possible.  ​  

 

How do we do this? With our people. They break through limitations and expectations – not once in a career, but every day. They help move our company, and the world, forward. ​  

 

​At Corning, there are endless possibilities for making an impact. You can help connect the unconnected, drive the future of automobiles, transform at-home entertainment, and ensure the delivery of lifesaving medicines. And so much more.​   

 

Come break through with us.  

 

Corning’s businesses are ever evolving to best serve our customers, industries, and consumers. Today, we accelerate and transform life sciences, mobile consumer electronics, optical communications, display, and automotive markets. We are changing the world with: 

  • Trusted products that accelerate drug discovery, development, and delivery to save lives
  • Damage-resistant cover glass to enhance the devices that keep us connected
  • Optical fiber, wireless technologies, and connectivity solutions to carry information and ideas at the speed of light
  • Precision glass for advanced displays to deliver richer experiences 
  •  Auto glass and ceramics to drive cleaner, safer, and smarter transportation 

Role Purpose

Plant Controller for the Corning R&D US campus responsible for closing, budget, forecast, and overall financial health of the business unit.  Guiding senior managers in making sound business decisions in the long and short term.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage all accounting processes for Research & Development at Sullivan Park
  • Responsible for the closing and audit/SOX compliance for the three S&T operating units (Research, Development, EIG)
  • Responsible for the accuracy of the general ledger
  • Responsible for budget and analytical support for S&T Operations, Research and Development
  • Responsible for the direct charge processes including calculation, management review, and Service Level Agreement generation and signature process
  • Supervise the S&T accounting staff and asset management (physical assets & precious metal)
  • Meet regularly with department heads to review actual financial results and discuss upcoming events that impact forecast
  • Responsible for answering policy and accounting questions from the entire S&T employee base
  • Participate on the S&T Plant Manager’s staff and provide analytical support, period reporting, and financial communications for that group.
  • Partner with Shared Services and other organizations to effectively serve the Sullivan Park community

Experiences/Education - Required

  • Bachelor’s Degree - Accounting Required Skills
  • Strong accounting, control, analysis and problem solving skills
  • Corning Incorporate Accounting Policies and GAAP accounting knowledge
  • Open minded, creative at establishing new processes
  • Project and process management focus
  • Effective in cross-functional teamwork, including staff and business on a global basis
  • Change agent – understands change management processes
  • Demonstrates leadership skills
  • Focus on business partnership
  • High level Excel skills
  • Ability to prioritize and meet commitments

Experiences/Education - Desired

  • PeopleSoft
  • Khalix
  • System familiarity and comfort with new systems / processes (Metrax, eTads, LIMS, MSDW) Soft Skills
  • Builds relationships and networks
  • Customer focus
  • Communication skills with non-finance customers Job Selling Points
  • Corning business experience

 

 

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

 

The range for this position is $132,649.00 - $182,393.00 assuming full time status. Starting pay for the successful applicant is dependent on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. 

 

A job that shapes a life.  

Corning offers you the total package.  

 

Your well-being is our priority. Our compensation and benefits package supports your health and wellness, financial aspirations, and career from day one.

  • Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives align with key business results and ensure you are rewarded when the company performs well. When Corning wins, we all win.
  • As part of our commitment to your financial well-being, we provide a 100% company-paid pension benefit with fixed contributions that grow throughout your career. Combined with matching contributions to your 401(k) savings plan, Corning’s total contributions to your retirement accounts can reach between 7% and 12% of your pay, depending on your age and years of service.
  • Our health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, family building support, fitness, company-paid life insurance, disability, disease management programs, paid time off, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support you and your family.  
  • Getting paid for our work is important, but feeling appreciated and recognized for those contributions motivates us much more. That’s why Corning offers a recognition program to celebrate successes and reward colleagues who make exceptional contributions. 

 

We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected status.

 

Corning is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and considers requests for reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable laws. Individuals with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs may request reasonable accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, perform essential job functions, or access other benefits and privileges of employment. To submit a request for reasonable accommodation related to disability or religion, please contact us at accommodations@corning.com.


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