Michael Kochel
About Michael Kochel
Michael Kochel serves as the Director of Finance for Precious Metals at Materion Corporation, a position he has held since 2022. He has extensive experience in finance, having worked in various roles at Materion and previously at KPMG LLP and First Niagara Bank.
Current Role at Materion
Michael Kochel serves as the Director of Finance for Precious Metals at Materion Corporation. He has held this position since 2022 and is based in the Buffalo-Niagara Falls Area. In this role, he oversees financial operations related to precious metals, contributing to strategic financial planning and management within the organization.
Previous Experience at Materion
Prior to his current role, Michael Kochel worked at Materion Corporation in various finance-related positions. He served as Senior Manager of Finance - Precious Metals for eight months in 2021 and as Finance Manager from 2014 to 2019. Additionally, he held the position of Senior Manager - Integrated Business Plans, Global Supply Chain from 2020 to 2021, and Senior Finance Manager from 2019 to 2020, all within the Buffalo, New York area.
Professional Background
Michael Kochel's professional background includes experience at KPMG LLP as a Senior Audit Associate from 2009 to 2013. He also worked at First Niagara Bank as Assistant Vice President and Senior Financial Analyst in Treasury Operations for one year from 2013 to 2014. His diverse experience in finance and auditing has contributed to his expertise in financial management.
Education and Qualifications
Michael Kochel earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting and Finance from Saint John Fisher College, where he studied from 2005 to 2009. He also completed his secondary education at John F. Kennedy High School, achieving Advanced New York State Regents from 2001 to 2005. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his career in finance.