Controller, EIG

Requisition Number: 73496

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

The Business Controller for the Emerging Innovations Group will serve as a strategic financial partner to the division, driving business performance, decision-making, and operational excellence. This role is responsible for overseeing financial processes, and analysis while ensuring alignment with the division’s innovation goals and broader corporate objectives. The Business Controller will collaborate with cross-functional teams to evaluate financial implications of new initiatives, optimize resource allocation, and provide actionable insights to support growth within this fast-paced and forward-thinking division.

Key Responsibilities

• Build strong relationships with operational teams to foster collaboration and alignment between financial goals and innovation objectives.
• Support the development of financial tools and processes to empower teams with actionable data.
• Evaluate feasibility and ROI for new business opportunities, partnerships, and market expansions.
• Collaborate on pricing strategies, product launches, and other innovation-driven initiatives.
• Review and analyze commercial contracts to identify financial risks and opportunities, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
• Develop cost models for new products, applications, and technologies to support decision-making and ensure profitability.
• Oversee cost analysis and management for projects, ensuring alignment with internal and external funding and profitability goals.
• Use financial models to optimize resource allocation across teams and initiatives to maximize financial returns
• Lead the development of financial forecasts, budgets, and long-term planning for the EIG portfolio of projects.
• Conduct financial modeling and scenario analysis to assess the impact of new business initiatives, market opportunities, and investment decisions.

Experiences/Education - Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Accounting, or related field; MBA or CPA preferred.
• 6+ years of experience in financial planning, analysis, or business controlling, preferably within innovative or fast-paced industries.
• Strong ability to analyze and interpret financial data, with advanced skills in financial/cost modeling and forecasting.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey financial insights to non-financial stakeholders.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively across diverse teams and drive alignment between financial and operational objectives.
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to navigate complex challenges and provide actionable solutions.

Experiences/Education - Desired

• Experience in innovation-driven industries such as technology, biotechnology, or renewable energy.
• Familiarity with project-based financial analysis and cost management for R&D or product development.
• Expertise in reviewing commercial contracts and developing cost models for new products and applications.
• Strategic mindset with the ability to balance long-term planning and day-to-day operational demands.

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $158,902.00 - $218,490.00 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 [email protected] .