Controller

Role Summary

The Controller will be engaged in planning and directing the accounting operations for Northern Bio. The Controller will produce periodic financial reports, maintain accounting records, oversee proper recording of transactions, and manage daily activities in the accounting department to include special projects. This role will manage sponsor invoicing, accounts receivable, accounts payable, cash disbursements, bank reconciliations, month-end closing and financial report preparation, and biweekly payroll processing. Finally, the Controller will be managing resources, internal control systems, continuous improvement initiatives, compliance with regulations, and preparing for future business growth.

Role Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive financial statements in accordance with GAAP and updates to the CFO by collecting, analyzing, and reporting appropriate data points.
• Establish (in coordination with CFO) financial and operating benchmarks, program monitoring, and reporting standards on periodic basis as required.
• Develop and enforce internal controls to maximize protection of company assets, policies, procedures, and workflows.
• Manage team members involved in accounting process for sponsor invoicing, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and biweekly payroll.
• Oversee and support team in administering processes, workflow of the group, individual development, and growth.
• Maintain and / or implement accounting and recordkeeping systems.
• Coordinate activities of external auditors during year-end financial statement audits.
• Work with external tax preparers in the completion and filing of required tax returns.
• Ensures compliance with local, state, and federal government requirements.
• Continuously evaluates accounting procedures for potential process improvements.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Role Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, economics, or a related field.
• 5 years of overall experience in accounting required; 5-7 years preferred.
• 2-3 years of public accounting experience as an auditor desired.
• 5 years of management experience required; 5-7 years preferred.
• Demonstrated experience complying with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office core applications and the ability to learn and use additional applications as needed.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central or similar software desired.
• Proficiency with ADP Workforce Now payroll platform desired.
• Ability to actively engage and communicate effectively with leadership.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong research and analytical skills.
• Proven leader and team player with the ability to positively influence others.
  
  

Behavioral Expectations

• Detail Oriented
• Strong Numerical Proficiency
• Analytical
• Demonstrates Adaptability / Flexibility
• Strong, pro-active communicator
• Action-oriented – proactively pursuing opportunities to contribute as they become apparent
  
  

Special Requirements

• Ability to work effectively under time constraints.
• Experience working with Private Equity ownership preferred.
• Experience in the life science or biomedical research industry preferred.
• The person filling this position will spend 100% of their time in an office setting. Ability to work in a seated or standing position for chunks of consecutive time.
• Ability to work extended hours beyond normal work schedule to include, but not limited to evenings, weekends, sometimes on short notice