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FP&A Manager roles sit at the intersection of financial modeling, strategic planning, and executive communication, making them a strong fit for OPT students with finance or accounting degrees. Most employers require H-1B visa sponsorship intent, so targeting companies with a proven sponsorship track record matters from day one.
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At Alcon, we are driven by the meaningful work we do to help people see brilliantly. We innovate boldly, champion progress, and act with speed as the global leader in eye care. Here, you’ll be recognized for your commitment and contributions and see your career like never before. Together, we go above and beyond to make an impact in the lives of our patients and customers.
We foster an inclusive culture and are looking for diverse, talented people to join Alcon. As a BPA Manager supporting Alcon's US Surgical Function, you will be trusted as a key business partner for the US Surgical Vitreoretinal, Refractive and Tech Service parts of the business. In this role you will provide analytical and operational support for all financial aspects; this will include planning, analysis, reporting and reviewing of consolidated financial data, as well as coordination of compliance improvement/maintenance efforts and related closing activities. In this role, a typical day will include:
- Assisting management in strategic and operational decision making
- Support planning process - Target, OQR-LO, Strategic Plan Setting processes
- Profit & Loss (P&L) ownership - Proactively monitor business performance vs. target; analyzing source of variances, timely identifying and recommending corrective measures and funding.
- Forecast and Report on key drivers of sales performance (B-3) along with working with Marketing to invest in the right projects and programs using ROI analysis.
- Coordinate Monthly and Quarterly closing process and reporting, including monthly closing, controls OQRs, RDs. Ad hoc projects.
- Report on new product launches.
- Work with EFA, sales and marketing on Refractive and Vit equipment deals and commercial programs.
WHAT YOU'LL BRING TO ALCON:
- Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent years of directly related experience (or high school +13 yrs; Assoc.+9 yrs; M.S.+2 yrs; PhD+0 yrs)
- The ability to fluently read, write, understand, and communicate in English.
- 5 Years of Relevant Experience
- Prior experience with Financial Planning & Analysis within Corporate Finance environment.
- Experience operating as a finance business partner.
HOW YOU CAN THRIVE AT ALCON:
- See your career like never before with focused growth and development opportunities.
- Ideal role for someone aspiring to be a future manufacturing plant controller.
- Join Alcon’s mission to provide outstanding, innovative products and solutions to improve sight, improve lives, and grow your career!
- Alcon provides a robust benefits package including health, life, retirement, flexible time off for exempt associates, PTO for hourly associates, and much more!
- Travel Requirements: Up to 5%
ATTENTION: Current Alcon Employee/Contingent Worker
If you are currently an active employee/contingent worker at Alcon, please click the appropriate link below to apply on the Internal Career site.
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ALCON IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND PARTICIPATES IN E-VERIFY
Alcon takes pride in maintaining an inclusive environment that values different perspectives and our policies are non-discriminatory in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. Alcon is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an email to alcon.recruitment@alcon.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
INTRODUCTION
At Alcon, we are driven by the meaningful work we do to help people see brilliantly. We innovate boldly, champion progress, and act with speed as the global leader in eye care. Here, you’ll be recognized for your commitment and contributions and see your career like never before. Together, we go above and beyond to make an impact in the lives of our patients and customers.
We foster an inclusive culture and are looking for diverse, talented people to join Alcon. As a BPA Manager supporting Alcon's US Surgical Function, you will be trusted as a key business partner for the US Surgical Vitreoretinal, Refractive and Tech Service parts of the business. In this role you will provide analytical and operational support for all financial aspects; this will include planning, analysis, reporting and reviewing of consolidated financial data, as well as coordination of compliance improvement/maintenance efforts and related closing activities. In this role, a typical day will include:
- Assisting management in strategic and operational decision making
- Support planning process - Target, OQR-LO, Strategic Plan Setting processes
- Profit & Loss (P&L) ownership - Proactively monitor business performance vs. target; analyzing source of variances, timely identifying and recommending corrective measures and funding.
- Forecast and Report on key drivers of sales performance (B-3) along with working with Marketing to invest in the right projects and programs using ROI analysis.
- Coordinate Monthly and Quarterly closing process and reporting, including monthly closing, controls OQRs, RDs. Ad hoc projects.
- Report on new product launches.
- Work with EFA, sales and marketing on Refractive and Vit equipment deals and commercial programs.
WHAT YOU'LL BRING TO ALCON:
- Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent years of directly related experience (or high school +13 yrs; Assoc.+9 yrs; M.S.+2 yrs; PhD+0 yrs)
- The ability to fluently read, write, understand, and communicate in English.
- 5 Years of Relevant Experience
- Prior experience with Financial Planning & Analysis within Corporate Finance environment.
- Experience operating as a finance business partner.
HOW YOU CAN THRIVE AT ALCON:
- See your career like never before with focused growth and development opportunities.
- Ideal role for someone aspiring to be a future manufacturing plant controller.
- Join Alcon’s mission to provide outstanding, innovative products and solutions to improve sight, improve lives, and grow your career!
- Alcon provides a robust benefits package including health, life, retirement, flexible time off for exempt associates, PTO for hourly associates, and much more!
- Travel Requirements: Up to 5%
ATTENTION: Current Alcon Employee/Contingent Worker
If you are currently an active employee/contingent worker at Alcon, please click the appropriate link below to apply on the Internal Career site.
Find Jobs for Employees
Find Jobs for Contingent Worker
ALCON IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND PARTICIPATES IN E-VERIFY
Alcon takes pride in maintaining an inclusive environment that values different perspectives and our policies are non-discriminatory in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. Alcon is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an email to alcon.recruitment@alcon.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a FP&A Manager
Target companies with active H-1B filing histories
Employers who regularly sponsor H-1B visas are far more likely to support you through OPT and beyond. Focus your search on mid-to-large companies in financial services, technology, and healthcare, where FP&A functions are established and sponsorship is routine.
Lead with your modeling and systems expertise
FP&A Manager roles require advanced Excel, Adaptive Insights, Anaplan, or similar FP&A platforms. Highlighting specific tools and model types you've built signals technical readiness and reduces employer hesitation around OPT work authorization timelines.
Address your OPT timeline early in conversations
OPT gives you up to 12 months of work authorization, extendable to 36 months for STEM-designated finance programs. Being upfront about your timeline and cap-gap eligibility builds trust and helps employers plan around H-1B filing seasons.
Pursue roles that align with your degree field
OPT authorization must relate to your degree. Finance, accounting, economics, and business analytics degrees typically satisfy the field-of-study requirement for FP&A Manager positions. Roles requiring qualifications outside your field may create authorization complications worth avoiding.
Build relationships with CFOs and finance directors directly
FP&A hiring decisions often involve the CFO or VP of Finance, not just HR. Reaching decision-makers directly shortens the process and lets you address sponsorship questions with someone who understands business value, not just compliance risk.
Demonstrate cross-functional impact in your application materials
FP&A Managers partner with sales, operations, and product teams to drive decisions. Showcasing examples where your analysis influenced strategy positions you as a business partner, not just a numbers person, which strengthens your case for employer investment.
FP&A Manager OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as an FP&A Manager on OPT?
Yes, if your degree is in a related field such as finance, accounting, economics, or business analytics. OPT authorizes work that is directly tied to your major area of study, and FP&A Manager roles generally satisfy that requirement for students from those programs. If your degree is in an unrelated field, you may face authorization complications.
Does the FP&A Manager role qualify for STEM OPT extension?
It depends on whether your degree carries a STEM designation and whether your employer is enrolled in E-Verify. Finance and accounting programs are generally not STEM-designated, but degrees in financial engineering, quantitative finance, or business analytics often are. If you qualify, STEM OPT extends your work authorization from 12 to 36 months, giving employers significantly more time to file for H-1B sponsorship.
How do I find FP&A Manager jobs that sponsor OPT and H-1B?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international students and filters jobs by visa sponsorship willingness, so you can browse FP&A Manager openings without sorting through listings that won't support your status. Prioritizing companies with established FP&A functions in financial services, healthcare, and technology tends to yield better sponsorship outcomes than early-stage startups.
What should I know about cap-gap if my OPT expires during H-1B processing?
If your employer files an H-1B petition on your behalf before your OPT expires and the petition is timely filed for the October 1 start date, cap-gap automatically extends your work authorization until October 1 or until USCIS makes a decision, whichever comes first. This is particularly relevant for FP&A Managers hired between January and April, when H-1B registration opens.
Are FP&A Manager roles common at companies that sponsor visas?
FP&A functions are standard at mid-to-large companies across most industries, and those same companies tend to have the legal infrastructure to support visa sponsorship. Financial services firms, publicly traded companies, and large technology companies regularly sponsor FP&A professionals. Smaller companies and startups may have the interest but lack the bandwidth to manage sponsorship processes reliably.