Biotech Controller: Build Scalable Finance & Reporting

Vaco by Highspring; Morrisville (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Highspring LLC (d/b/a Vaco by Highspring) seeks a hands-on Controller to build and lead the accounting infrastructure for a growing biotechnology company in Morrisville, NC. You will own the close process, financial reporting, internal controls, and processes while partnering with external providers and business leaders.

You will strengthen the finance function, oversee technical accounting, and drive scalable systems and policies to support future growth and potential capital markets activity.

Qualifications

• CPA required.
• Big 4 or large regional public accounting experience preferred.
• Strong technical accounting and financial reporting foundation.
• Experience improving accounting processes, controls, and reporting structures.
• Experience with ERP implementations, finance transformation, IPO or transaction readiness.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.
• Prepare and review financial statements, reconciliations, and schedules.
• Develop and maintain internal management reporting packages.
• Support external reporting and coordination with auditors and advisors.
• Ensure GAAP-compliant, timely financial reporting.

Skills

CPA

Big 4 experience

Technical accounting

Financial reporting

Process improvement

Biotech/Life sciences

ERP implementations

IPO readiness

Job description

Highspring LLC (d/b/a Vaco by Highspring) seeks a hands-on Controller to build and lead the accounting infrastructure for a growing biotechnology company in Morrisville, NC. You will own the close process, financial reporting, internal controls, and processes while partnering with external providers and business leaders.

You will strengthen the finance function, oversee technical accounting, and drive scalable systems and policies to support future growth and potential capital markets activity.