Our CDMO, Biotech client is seeking a Corporate Controller who will be directly responsible for direct supervision of all accounting and financial functions. Primary responsibilities include supervision of the monthly close process, monthly, quarterly and annual billings to clients for services provided, billing reimbursements from clients, collection of accounts receivable, supervising accounts payable, payroll, monthly reporting to the parent company, monthly or quarterly preparation of a reforecast, annual preparation of a budget. The Corporate Controller will also be part of a team that creates and implements policies and procedures to identify, resolve and document accounting issues in addition to creating procedures to make the close and reporting processes more efficient and accurate.
- Preparation of annual budget and subsequent year forecast.
- Coordinate the preparation of audits with outside CPA firm.
- Implement a process to record transactions by department and compare costs incurred to budget and performance analysis of profit centers.
- Review journal entries required to reflect the monthly activity.
- Review monthly accounting close process including analytical review of the monthly operating results to ensure accurate accounting records are maintained.
- Preparation of monthly financial statements.
- Preparation of the year-to-date balance sheet and cash flow statements.
- Preparation of monthly reforecast incorporating historical results and future assumptions.
- Supervise the accumulation of permitted reimbursements from clients through the accounts payable process and bill these reimbursements to the clients’ monthly.
- Perform cash projections to effectively manage cash balances and maximize the return on any excess cash balances.
- Leads and directs and supervises the work of other members of the Finance Team.
- Responsible for ensuring compliance with all applicable laws, rules, and regulations.
- Responsible for accurate and timely production of all financial information.
- Proper analytical review of the asset operations from a balance sheet, income statement and cash flow perspective as well as an overall business perspective
- Preparation of annual costing model and monthly customer project profitability reports
- Preparation and presentation of financial materials for the Board of Directors, Global Management Team and internal teams.
REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degree in Business Administration with an emphasis in accounting
- CPA required
- CDMO or Life Sciences industry experience required.
- 5+ years’ experience managing accountants and the accounting and finance process.
- 5+ years’ in a position equivalent to a controller or higher responsibilities.
- 3+ years’ experience working as a controller for a service provider such as a management services, preferably in the real estate industry.
- Knowledge on publicly traded corporate financial regulations a plus.
- Competencies/Candidate Profile.
- Thorough understanding of general accounting principles.
- Knowledge of best practices and internal controls.
- Proficient in accounting software (i.e. NetSuite) and Microsoft Suite or related software.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Outstanding problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Superb verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong leadership skills with a dedication to driving and achieving results.
- Proficient meeting and training facilitation skills.
- Ability to be flexible, adaptive, calm under pressure, and capable of balancing multiple priorities.
- Demonstrated ability to be collaborative, adaptable, accountable, and have a can-do attitude.
- Strong follow-up capabilities.
- Ability to work cross-functionally.
- Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
- Directs assigned tasks and provides guidance on escalated matters as needed.
- Create and maintain staff schedules to ensure timely execution of deliverables in the most effective manner.
- Coach, develop and train staff, set performance goals, lead feedback discussions, performance evaluation, and performance reviews. Will also assist with career mentoring, and disciplinary matters as necessary.
- Interviews prospective employees and chooses the best applicant based on skills, knowledge, and abilities required for the job.
- Directly supervise employees within the Accounts Payable Department
- Directly supervise employee with the Accounts Receivable and Accounting Departments
- Build Quality into all aspects of your work by maintaining compliance to all quality requirements.
- Ensure compliance to all FDA and Worldwide Quality & Compliance regulations (As applicable to the job function).
- Attend all required Quality & Compliance training at the specified interval.
The above information in this description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed. It does not contain nor is it intended to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
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