Biotech Finance Controller (Hybrid)

Asahi-Kasei; Fremont (CA); Hybrid; USD 190,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Bionova Scientific LLC is seeking a Controller to serve as a strategic finance leader overseeing accounting, financial reporting, internal controls, and compliance. The role supports the CDMO business model with milestone-based revenue recognition and capex/cost tracking.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in accounting/finance, with biotech, pharma, or CDMO experience, and a strong track record in US GAAP, revenue recognition, and ERP systems. This position is hybrid in Fremont, CA.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field; CPA strongly preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience, with biotech/pharma/CDMO preferred.
• Deep knowledge of US GAAP, revenue recognition, and cost accounting.
• Hands-on experience with milestone accounting, project-based financials, and contract review.
• ERP systems experience (QAD, SAP, NetSuite, or equivalent).

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with US GAAP.
• Oversee preparation of financial statements, variance analysis, and reporting packages for senior leadership and Executives.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and audit requirements.
• Manage revenue recognition for CDMO contracts, including service milestone payments, progress billing, and long-term manufacturing/service agreements.
• Partner with BD and Program Management teams to review client contracts, ensuring financial terms are accurately captured and reported.
• Monitor deferred revenue, WIP (work‑in‑progress), and ensure accurate reporting of client-related costs.

Skills

US GAAP

Revenue recognition

Cost accounting

Milestone accounting

Project-based financials

Contract review

ERP systems

Excel

Financial reporting

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field

CPA preferred

Tools

QAD ERP

SAP ERP

NetSuite

Job description

Bionova Scientific LLC is seeking a Controller to serve as a strategic finance leader overseeing accounting, financial reporting, internal controls, and compliance. The role supports the CDMO business model with milestone-based revenue recognition and capex/cost tracking.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in accounting/finance, with biotech, pharma, or CDMO experience, and a strong track record in US GAAP, revenue recognition, and ERP systems. This position is hybrid in Fremont, CA.