Corporate Controller

Vaco; Cambridge (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Vaco is seeking a hands-on Controller to build the accounting infrastructure for a growing biotechnology company. You will own the monthly close, oversee financial reporting, and lead internal controls and policy development while partnering with external service providers and business leaders across the organization.

You will drive GAAP-compliant reporting, evaluate accounting policies, and manage system implementations to support rapid growth in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• CPA certification is required.
• Big 4 or large regional public accounting experience preferred.
• Strong technical accounting and financial reporting foundation.
• Experience with ERP implementations or finance transformation initiatives.
• Ability to operate in a lean, hands-on environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.
• Prepare financial statements, reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
• Develop and maintain internal management reporting packages.
• Support external reporting and coordinate with auditors and advisors.
• Drive implementation and improvement of accounting systems and processes.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities.

Skills

Technical accounting

Financial reporting

Internal controls

GAAP knowledge

ERP implementations

Process improvement

Lean operations

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Overview

Reporting directly to the CFO, the Controller will play a critical role in building the accounting infrastructure of a growing biotechnology company. This individual will lead accounting operations, financial reporting, internal controls, and process development while partnering with external service providers and business leaders across the organization.

The Controller will own the monthly close process, support internal and external reporting requirements, and serve as the organization's primary technical accounting resource. This is an ideal opportunity for a hands-on accounting leader who enjoys building from the ground up and thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting & Financial Reporting

• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process


• Prepare and review financial statements, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules


• Develop and maintain internal management reporting packages


• Support external reporting requirements and coordination with auditors and advisors


• Ensure timely, accurate, and GAAP-compliant financial reporting

Technical Accounting & Compliance

• Serve as the internal resource for technical accounting matters and accounting policy development


• Support annual audits and coordinate with external auditors and advisors


• Develop and strengthen accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls


• Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and evolving business requirements

Systems & Process Improvement

• Lead implementation and enhancement of accounting systems and related business processes


• Drive process improvements to support growth and reporting needs


• Partner across the organization to implement scalable solutions


• Support ongoing modernization of finance and administrative systems

Finance Operations & Growth

• Partner with leadership on strategic and operational initiatives


• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities


• Help build the foundation for a scalable finance organization


• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to support business objectives


• Assist in developing the future accounting function as the organization grows

Candidate Profile

• CPA required


• Big 4, or large regional, public accounting experience strongly preferred


• Strong technical accounting and financial reporting foundation


• Experience improving accounting processes, controls, and reporting structures


• Comfortable operating in a lean, hands-on environment


• Biotechnology, pharmaceutical, life sciences, or healthcare experience preferred but not required


• Self-starter who enjoys creating structure in a growing organization


• Experience with ERP implementations, system enhancements, or finance transformation initiatives is a plus