Sr. Manager, Accounting

ABOUT ADVANCED ENERGY

Advanced Energy (Nasdaq: AEIS) is a global leader in the design and manufacturing of highly engineered, precision power conversion, measurement and control solutions for mission-critical applications and processes. AE’s power solutions enable customer innovation in complex applications for a wide range of industries including semiconductor equipment, industrial, manufacturing, telecommunications, data center computing and healthcare. Advanced Energy has devoted four decades to perfecting power for its global customers and is headquartered in Denver, Colorado.

WHY BE A PART OF ADVANCED ENERGY?

Some people say it’s like working in the best of two worlds. We operate like an agile, growing, small company – you can see your work make a difference to the company every day. Things move quickly and you can see and feel it. At the same time, we’re a global company founded in 1981 and have been publicly traded for more than 28 years. We have a strong cash position, deep trust and partnership with leading customers, a global best-in-class operations capability, and a proven leadership team. We have a track record and resources to make things happen both organically and inorganically. Being part of a nimble company with a solid foundation attracts team members that are capable, driven and like a challenge. Our employees collaborate and know how to have fun inventing, working, building and winning together. At our core, we are Advanced Energy – powering the future, together.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Advanced Energy is seeking a dynamic accounting leader to drive key accounting and finance initiatives including ERP implementation, mergers and acquisitions, finance transformation and strategic projects. Reporting to the Assistant Corporate Controller, this role will be a key business partner across Finance, Accounting, IT, Operations to drive scalable processes, strengthen controls and support the company’s growth strategy.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Understand the impact of data sources, enterprise systems to enable external reporting, management reporting and digital transformation
• Partner cross-functionally (e.g., Tax, Treasury, Legal) to support financial initiatives and process improvements, including ERP implementation and future system enhancements
• Manage accounting activities for acquisitions including coordinating purchase accounting activities
• Drive finance transformation and automation projects.
• Business partner to CFO organization to implement short, medium and long-term digital strategy and roadmap
• Support business integration, organizational redesign, and special projects
• Build relationships with executive leadership and global business partners
• Champion change management and serve as a strong positive leader, mentor and advisor to the accounting team

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Location: Denver, CO
• In-office first (Corporate headquarters)
• Travel: Occasional domestic/international travel maybe be required

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong technical knowledge of U.S. GAAP
• Proven organizational, time management, project management, conflict resolution, and interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to adapt, communicate, and connect with teams in a diverse global environment
• Ability to identify and implement process improvement opportunities
• Ability to work with large amounts of data
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Hands-on, positive attitude; professional, results-driven problem solver

EXPERIENCE:

• 8+ years of progressive experience in corporate accounting, consolidations, and reporting
• 6+ years of experience working within large ERP environments (SAP, Oracle, BlackLine)
• Experience working for a multinational company
• Public company experience
• Experience in a manufacturing environment
• Public global company experience
• Hands-on experience with SAP and/or Oracle ERPs
• Experience with BlackLine or similar tools

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• CPA

COMPENSATION:

As required by multiple state pay transparency laws, Advanced Energy provides a reasonable range of compensation for each job posting.  Actual compensation is influenced by an array of factors including, but not limited to, skill set, level of experience, and specific office location.  The range of starting pay for this role is $150,000 to $200,000 per year.   

BENEFITS:

As part of our total rewards philosophy, we believe in offering and maintaining competitive compensation and benefits programs for our employees to attract and retain a talented, highly engaged workforce. Our compensation programs are focused on equitable, fair pay practices including market-based base pay, an annual pay-for-performance incentive plan, and discounted Employee Stock Purchase Plan. 

In addition to our competitive compensation practices, we offer a strong benefits package in each of the countries in which we operate. In the U.S., we offer a rich benefits package that includes:

• Medical - multiple medical plans are available to choose from
• Short and long-term disability and life insurance
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts
• Generous time off policy starting with 3 weeks of paid vacation, 7 days of paid sick time, and 12 paid holidays
• 8 hours of paid volunteer time off
• 8 weeks of paid parental leave for both parents
• Company matched 401(k)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Expanded mental health coverage and employee assistance programs  
• Other voluntary benefits include critical illness, accident and hospital indemnity, pet insurance, identify theft, and legal assistance

Advanced Energy is committed to diversity in its workforce including Equal Employment Opportunity for Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities. 

Advanced Energy is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our job application process/procedures for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance in completing an Advanced Energy application, please reach out to HumanResources@aei.com.

CO ONLY:

Applications will be accepted through 09/04/2026, the company reserves the right to review applications at any point after they are submitted.