Financial Controller

August Bioservices; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

August Bioservices, based in Nashville, is seeking a Financial Controller to drive the integrity of financial reporting and planning for a fast-growing biotech CDMO. You will oversee general ledger, close processes, intercompany, and regulatory compliance while partnering with manufacturing and R&D to optimize cost and pricing strategies.

The role leads a finance team, implements ERP systems, ensures internal controls, and provides strategic insights to support scalable growth within a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or CMA preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting/controller experience in biotech/life sciences.
• SOX/compliance familiarity; GAAP expertise; cost accounting and revenue recognition knowledge.
• ERP systems implementation/maintenance experience (NetSuite, SAP, Oracle).
• Advanced Excel and BI tool proficiency; strong analytical and leadership skills.
• Experience in early- or growth-stage companies with cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Manage all accounting operations including general ledger, payables/receivables, fixed assets, and intercompany transactions.
• Lead month-end and year-end close; produce timely financial statements and reports for boards and lenders.
• Support payroll, cost accounting, pricing strategy, and key workstreams for growth.
• Oversee cash flow management, working capital optimization, and treasury controls.
• Ensure GAAP compliance and internal controls; coordinate audits.
• Develop and coach the finance team; drive cross-functional collaboration.
• Support regulatory reporting and strategic FP&A, forecasting, and pricing decisions.
• Lead ERP/financial systems initiatives; maintain chart of accounts and data integrity.
• Document policies and strengthen internal controls for scalable operations.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Strategic thinking

Problem solving

Tools

NetSuite

SAP

Oracle

Excel

BI tools

Job description

Headquartered in Nashville, TN – one of the fastest-growing and most exciting cities in the United States – August Bioservices is a privately-owned, high-growth, and high-impact Contract Development Manufacturing Organization (CDMO). As a US-based outsourcing partner that provides a wide array of expert drug discovery, drug formulation, and drug manufacturing services to pharma and biotech companies of all sizes, we play a vital role in the global pharmaceutical industry. Our work is instrumental in helping to develop molecules today that can become the life-changing therapies of tomorrow. To support our growth plans, August is investing significant capital in a two-phase expansion project – including building a new state-of-the‑art facility adjacent to our current facility. For those seeking dynamic opportunities, rewarding career paths and a chance to make a difference in global health, come grow with August!

The Financial Controller will drive the integrity of financial reporting and the financial planning process for August Bioservices. Additionally, they will lead accounting operations, ensure regulatory compliance, and provide strategic financial insights to enable scalable growth in the biotech sector.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage all accounting operations including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, fixed assets, and intercompany transactions.

• Lead month-end and year-end close processes; oversee the timely, accurate monthly financial statements and management reports, including board, lender and investor reporting.

• Support the development of appropriate accounting activities for key workstreams for August Bio including payroll, manufacturing and cost accounting, as well as customer deposit and pass through activities,

• Oversee cash flow management, working capital optimization, and treasury controls; manage banking relationships.

• Ensure GAAP compliance and internal controls; implement and maintain internal controls; coordinate internal and external audits.

• Manage and develop the finance team; assign responsibilities, set goals, and provide coaching.

• Support regulatory and compliance reporting (tax, statutory filings, grant reporting if applicable).

• Collaborate with manufacturing, R&D, operations, and commercial teams to drive appropriate accounting processes, cost containment, pricing strategy, and profitability optimization.

• Lead ERP/financial systems initiatives; own chart of accounts, cost centers, financial data integrity, and automation opportunities.

• Develop scalable accounting policies and procedures; document processes and maintain robust internal controls.

• Support financial planning and analysis activities including forecasting, providing analysis of results versus forecast, and supporting pricing decisions.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or CMA preferred.

• 10+ years of progressive accounting/controller experience; biotech or life sciences and manufacturing experience (including pass through activities). Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls; experience with SOX/compliance frameworks.

• Proven experience with ERP system implementation and maintenance (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, Oracle) and financial consolidation.

• Advanced Excel skills; experience with BI tools and financial planning software.

• Excellent analytical, communication, and leadership abilities; ability to work cross-functionally in a fast‑paced environment.

• Detail‑oriented with a strategic mindset and problem‑solving skills.

• Experience in early‑stage or growth‑stage companies; familiarity with ERP implementations.

• Knowledge of ASC 606 revenue recognition and cost accounting methodologies.

At August Bioservices, Our Credo is our culture. Everything we do, we do with great care. We believe in the promise of discovery and the power of science to transform lives. We assert that excellence is not a static destination, but a standard, and an every‑day measuring stick of our advancement. We aspire to unlock the potential in every person, every process and every molecule – from start to finish. We are committed to doing the right thing the first time and every time, meeting or exceeding all regulatory requirements. We strive to be exceptional, preferred and indispensable partners for our customers; responsible and engaged citizens within our communities; and active, mindful stewards of our environment.

We are August Bioservices. We are pointing the way forward. If this sounds like your kind of working environment, we want you on our team!

August Bioservices is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. August Bioservices does not discriminate on the basis of any status protected under federal, state, or local law.