Corporate Controller
Apply NowCompany: WuXi AppTec
Location: Philadelphia, PA 19120
Description:
Overview
The Corporate Controller is 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.
Responsibilities
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.
Competencies
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
Supervisory Responsibility
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 department
Directly supervise employee within the Accounting department
Qualifications
Bachelors and/or Master's Degree in Business Administration with an emphasis in accounting
10+ years' experience managing accountants and the accounting and finance process
10+ years in a position equivalent to a controller or higher responsibilities
7+ years of 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
Experience in Life Science pharmaceuticals preferred
Experience building and developing the accounting and controlling function
Experience in ERP implementation
Quality Requirements
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.
Minimum Required Training
CPA Required
An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability
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.
The Corporate Controller is 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.
Responsibilities
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.
Competencies
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
Supervisory Responsibility
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 department
Directly supervise employee within the Accounting department
Qualifications
Bachelors and/or Master's Degree in Business Administration with an emphasis in accounting
10+ years' experience managing accountants and the accounting and finance process
10+ years in a position equivalent to a controller or higher responsibilities
7+ years of 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
Experience in Life Science pharmaceuticals preferred
Experience building and developing the accounting and controlling function
Experience in ERP implementation
Quality Requirements
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.
Minimum Required Training
CPA Required
An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability
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.