Executive Director, Corporate Controller

BeOne Medicines; United States; On-site; USD 208,000 - 289,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Executive Director, Corporate Controller to lead their Controllership transformation strategy. This pivotal role involves enhancing accounting accuracy, driving process improvements, and managing a global team across multiple regions. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in Controllership, deep knowledge of US GAAP and IFRS, and a proven ability to lead large-scale change initiatives. Join a dynamic team committed to fighting cancer and making a significant impact in the biotech industry, while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Wellness Programs

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Discretionary Equity Awards

Qualifications

• 20 years of experience in Controllership, audit, and technical accounting.
• Big 4 Audit Experience preferred in large multinational biotech companies.
• Proven track record of leading large-scale change initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a Controllership roadmap aligned with corporate objectives.
• Drive redesign of key controlling processes for accurate monthly and annual results.
• Lead organizational change initiatives for new systems and processes.

Skills

Controllership

US GAAP

IFRS

SAP

BlackLine

Record-to-report processes

Leadership

Change management

Communication

Analytical Thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration

CPA

Advanced degree (MBA, Master of Accounting)

Tools

SAP

BlackLine

Job description

Executive Director, Corporate Controller

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Executive Director, Corporate Controller

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BeiGene, Ltd. has proposed to change its name to BeOne Medicines Ltd. The new name is subject to shareholder approval and, once approved, use of the name will be phased in over 2025. There may be instances where “BeiGene” or “BeOne” are used to describe the company during this transition period. BeOne continues to grow at a rapid pace with challenging and exciting opportunities for experienced professionals. When considering candidates, we look for scientific and business professionals who are highly motivated, collaborative, and most importantly, share our passionate interest in fighting cancer.

The Executive Director, Corporate Controller will play a pivotal role in driving BeiGene's Controllership transformation strategy. Reporting to the Chief Accounting Officer (CAO), this role will lead initiatives to enhance the accuracy of accounting results, control related processes, reporting capabilities, and work closely with finance transformation to increase efficiency of those processes. This role will also lead the newly created Global Controllership function, managing teams in the US, China, EU and other areas around the globe and ensure accuracy over our multi-dimensional accounting processes. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in Controllership, US GAAP / IFRS knowledge, period end close processes and enterprise system knowledge.

This leader will work closely with Treasury, Tax, FP&A and IT, along with other functions to ensure amounts recorded in the accounting systems are accurate and timely. Success in this role requires strong communication skills, the ability to navigate complex organizational dynamics, and a passion for continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a Controllership roadmap aligned with BeiGene’s corporate objectives and global vision.
• Drive the redesign of key controlling processes and implement new controls to enhance the accuracy and speed of monthly, quarterly and annual accounting results across all aspects of BeiGene’s global business.
• Lead the development and governance of accounting master data (e.g., Chart of Accounts), ensure proper recognition and measurement of amounts, all controlled through rigorous analysis and validation.
• Lead organizational change initiatives to ensure Controllership readiness and successful adoption of new systems and processes across BeiGene’s global Controllership function.
• Partner with leaders across Finance, IT, and business units to drive alignment, governance, and seamless execution of the Controllership strategy.
• Work closely with other areas in Accounting, including External Reporting and Technical Accounting to ensure timely and upfront vetting of accounting processes are aligned with all stakeholders.
• Work closely with internal and external audit to ensure a seamless and efficient audit of the financial statements across the globe.
• Work closely with FP&A related to internal management reporting, proper validation of results, analysis and provide recommendations for improvement.
• Assist the Chief Accounting Officer in management of Audit Committee communications and other strategic directives within finance.
  
  

Required

Education and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
• CPA required (Inactive is acceptable)
• Big 4 Audit Experience, preferably on large multinational biotech/pharmaceutical companies
• 20 years of experience in Controllership, audit and technical accounting.
• SAP and BlackLine or similar experience
• Proven track record of leading large-scale change initiatives in a global environment.
• Strong expertise in Record-to-report processes and ICFR
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Experience working with global teams to achieve impactful outcomes.
• Proven ability to manage complex projects and programs, ensuring deliverables, budgets, and timeline adherence.
  
  

Preferred

• Advanced degree (e.g., MBA, Master of Accounting).
  
  

Global Competencies

When we exhibit our values of Patients First, Driving Excellence, Bold Ingenuity and Collaborative Spirit, through our twelve global competencies below, we help get more affordable medicines to more patients around the world.

• Fosters Teamwork
• Provides and Solicits Honest and Actionable Feedback
• Self-Awareness
• Acts Inclusively
• Demonstrates Initiative
• Entrepreneurial Mindset
• Continuous Learning
• Embraces Change
• Results-Oriented
• Analytical Thinking/Data Analysis
• Financial Excellence
• Communicates with Clarity
  
  

Salary Range: $208,700.00 - $288,700.00 annually

BeOne is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. Actual compensation packages are determined by several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to job-related skills, depth of experience, certifications, relevant education or training, and specific work location. Packages may vary by location due to differences in the cost of labor. The recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for a preferred location during the hiring process. Please note that the listed range reflects the base salary or hourly range only. Non-Commercial roles are eligible to participate in the annual bonus plan, and Commercial roles are eligible to participate in an incentive compensation plan. All Company employees have the opportunity to own shares of BeiGene, Ltd. stock because all employees are eligible for discretionary equity awards and to voluntarily participate in the Employee Stock Purchase Plan. The Company has a comprehensive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), FSA/HSA, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, and Wellness.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity. BeOne does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Executive

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Business Development and Sales

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