Requisition Number: 67275

Corning is vital to progress – in the industries we help shape and in the world we share.

We invent life-changing technologies using materials science. Our scientific and manufacturing expertise, boundless curiosity, and commitment to purposeful invention place us at the center of the way the world interacts, works, learns, and lives.

Our sustained investment in research, development, and invention means we’re always ready to solve the toughest challenges alongside our customers. 

Our Optical Communications segment has recently evolved from being a manufacturer of optical fiber and cable, hardware and equipment to being a comprehensive provider of industry-leading optical solutions across the broader communications industry.This segment is classified into two main product groupings – carrier network and enterprise network. The carrier network product group consists primarily of products and solutions for optical-based communications infrastructure for services such as video, data and voice communications. The enterprise network product group consists primarily of optical-based communication networks sold to businesses, governments and individuals for their own use.

Corning Inc. is seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking Shared Services Lead.  

Your Role:
•  Develop and implement effective collection, credit, cash application, and payables strategies in collaboration with key business partners
•  Foster an inclusive work environment and promote team development through coaching, mentoring, and professional growth
•  Guide and develop the OTC / RTP streams, setting challenging objectives, coaching, and conducting the annual review process
•  Act as a thought leader in digital transformation both in and out of Corning

Requirements:
•  Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Management
•  3 years of cash and/or payables experience preferred
•  Demonstrated ability to work with multiple groups globally and in a cross-functional team setting
•  Proficiency with Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, and/or Project
•  Process improvement experience

Desirable:
•  PeopleSoft, SAP ECC6 and S4 Hana experience
•  Experience using Salesforce

Your Skills:
•  Ability to grow a team and develop individuals
•  Superior problem-solving abilities, analytical skills, exceptional follow through
•  Excellent written and oral presentation skills
•  Leadership skills to engage business leadership and leverage talent in a matrix organization
•  Flexibility to adapt to a changing environment and ability to help others through change
•  Open-mindedness

Why Corning:
This is your chance to be a part of a company that has a long history of creating life-changing innovations. At Corning, we are continually pushing the boundaries of what's possible, continually asking, "What if?"
If you are ready to champion and support the CSS 2025 Vision, be an employer of choice for top talent, and ready to support Corning’s evolving businesses, apply today!

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To request an accommodation, please contact us at accommodations@corning.com.