Controller

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Controller

Are you a strategic finance leader with a passion for manufacturing, operational excellence, and business partnership? If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy collaborating with cross-functional teams, and are ready to make a meaningful impact on business performance, we encourage you to apply.

Our client is seeking an experienced Controller to lead and oversee all accounting and financial operations. This key leadership role is responsible for ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and compliance of the company's financial reporting while driving operational and financial excellence. The Controller will manage the accounting team, oversee month-end and year-end close processes, prepare financial statements and management reports, monitor inventory and overhead costs, lead budgeting and forecasting initiatives, and ensure compliance with regulatory and accounting standards. 

Best-in-Class Benefits and Culture: 

Our client values their employees’ time and efforts. Their commitment to your success is enhanced by competitive compensation of $130,000 - $150,000 annually, depending on experience, and an extensive benefits package including: 

• Comprehensive health coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance provided 
• Robust retirement planning: 401(k) plan available with employer matching 
• Financial security: Life and disability insurance for added protection 
• Flexible financial options: Health savings and flexible spending accounts offered 
• Well-being and work-life balance: Paid time off, flexible schedule, and remote work choices provided 

Plus, we work to maintain the best environment for our employees, where people can learn and grow with the company. We strive to provide a collaborative, creative environment where everyone feels encouraged to contribute to our processes, decisions, planning, and culture.

To thrive/succeed as the Controller you should have:        

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required; MBA preferred.
• Certified Public Accountant license - Preferred
• Minimum 10 years of progressive finance and accounting experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably within biotech, medical device, pharmaceutical, or other FDA-regulated industries.
• Strong expertise in cost accounting, including standard costing, variance analysis, inventory valuation, and work order accounting. 
• Experience with inventory control, scrap management, and manufacturing financial operations. 
• Knowledge of manufacturing tax regulations and compliance (FDA and ISO). 
• Cross-functional collaboration with Manufacturing, R&D, QA, Supply Chain, and Sales. 
• Proficient in ERP systems (IQMS, SAP, NetSuite) and advanced Microsoft Excel. 
• Able to excel in fast-paced manufacturing environments while managing multiple priorities.

Your responsibilities as the Controller will include:

• Develop and enhance financial processes, internal controls, policies, and procedures to support the company's continued growth and success
• Lead manufacturing finance and cost accounting, including standard costing, inventory valuation, variance analysis, and work order accounting. 
• Oversee inventory accounting, reconciliations, scrap management, and disposition to ensure accurate financial reporting and strong internal controls. 
• Manage month-end close, financial reporting, cost analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and manufacturing performance metrics. 
• Partner with Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, R&D, and Operations to support strategic planning and drive cost improvements. 
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, FDA/ISO requirements, and internal controls while leading process improvements, ERP optimization, and audit support.

A rapidly growing biotechnology company based in Los Angeles, California, is at the forefront of developing premium urinalysis quality control solutions for clinical laboratories and diagnostic manufacturers worldwide. Recognized for its commitment to scientific excellence, product quality, and exceptional customer service, the organization is dedicated to advancing laboratory quality management through innovation, operational efficiency, and continuous improvement. Join us and help shape the financial future of a growing, innovative organization.

We are an equal opportunity employer that welcomes and encourages diversity in the workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. 

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.