Technology / Financial Analyst

Technology / Financial Analyst

About V-Glass

V-Glass, Inc. is a Waukesha, Wisconsin–based technology company developing vacuum insulated glass (VIG) for ultra-high-efficiency windows. Our next-generation glazing delivers superior thermal performance and an extended service life, helping the building sector significantly reduce energy consumption and carbon emissions. Backed by substantial funding and strategic industry partnerships, V-Glass is positioned to lead the transition to a new standard in window technology.

Position Summary

V-Glass is seeking a versatile, detail-oriented Technology / Financial Support professional to strengthen the business and operational foundation of a fast-growing technology company. This position combines technical, analytical, financial, and administrative responsibilities and offers broad exposure to research and development, manufacturing, and company leadership.

The successful candidate will analyze the cost structure of our VIG manufacturing process, manage the company’s purchasing function, and support day-to-day bookkeeping and financial accounting. The successful candidate will initially support the CTO in his role as Principal Investigator (PI) on government-funded research grants, with the opportunity to move into the PI role in the future. This role is well suited to an organized, self-motivated individual who is comfortable moving between technical and business topics, enjoys working with data, and thrives in a dynamic start-up environment.

Key Responsibilities

Government Grants

• Support current Principal Investigator on government grants, with the expectation to serve as PI on future government grants, providing overall leadership for proposal development, project execution, and reporting.
• Identify and evaluate relevant federal, state, and other funding opportunities.
• Prepare grant proposals, including technical narratives, work plans, budgets, and supporting documentation, in collaboration with the technical and financial team.
• Track project milestones, deliverables, and expenditures, and prepare required progress, technical, and financial reports.
• Ensure compliance with award terms, cost principles, and recordkeeping requirements.

Manufacturing Cost Analysis

• Develop and maintain cost models for the VIG manufacturing process, including materials, labor, equipment, overhead, and yield.
• Analyze cost drivers and identify opportunities to reduce cost as the process scales from development to production.
• Support pricing, budgeting, capital planning, and make-versus-buy decisions with clear, data-driven analysis.
• Prepare reports and presentations summarizing findings for company leadership.

Purchasing

• Manage the purchasing function, including requisitions, purchase orders, supplier quotes, and order tracking.
• Identify, evaluate, and maintain relationships with suppliers and vendors; negotiate pricing and terms where appropriate.
• Coordinate deliveries and receiving with the lab and production teams and maintain accurate purchasing records.

Bookkeeping and Accounting Support

• Perform light bookkeeping, including recording transactions, processing invoices, and supporting accounts payable and receivable.
• Assist with account reconciliations, expense tracking, and month-end activities.
• Support budgeting, audits, and coordination with the company’s outside accountants.

Administrative Support

• Provide general administrative support to company leadership and staff, including documentation, scheduling, and recordkeeping.
• Develop and improve business processes, templates, and tools that help the organization operate efficiently as it grows.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, accounting, engineering, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in an analytical, financial, purchasing, or administrative role.

Preferred Experience

• Experience preparing or managing government grants (e.g., SBIR/STTR, DOE, or state programs).
• Experience with manufacturing cost analysis, cost accounting, or operations in a manufacturing or technical environment.
• Familiarity with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks) and purchasing systems.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to write clear, persuasive proposals and reports.
• Ability to understand technical processes well enough to translate them into cost models and grant narratives.
• Exceptional organization and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• High degree of integrity and discretion in handling financial and confidential information.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a small, collaborative team.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word and PowerPoint.

Work Schedule and Travel

• Standard hours are 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• Additional hours may be required to meet grant and reporting deadlines.
• Occasional travel may be required for program reviews, supplier visits, and industry events.

Physical Requirements

• Work is performed primarily in an office setting, with periodic time in the lab and manufacturing areas.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally.

Employment Eligibility

• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a post-offer background check and drug screening.
• Some government grant programs require the Principal Investigator to be primarily employed by the company and to meet citizenship or permanent residency requirements.

Reporting Relationships

• This position has no direct reports.

Additional Information

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed and is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.

‍

To apply, click Contact in the menu at the top of any page and include the position title in your message.