Controller overseeing accounting operations and financial reporting for a public-private partnership. Leading financial strategy and compliance in the domestic bioindustrial manufacturing ecosystem.
Responsibilities
Manage and lead all aspects of the accounting operations, period close activities, and financial reporting functions, including establishment and maintenance of accounting policies, procedures and internal controls.
Ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and specifically with Uniform Guidance (2 CFR 200) for grants, Cost Accounting Standards, and other federal regulations as appropriate.
Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure completeness, accuracy, and sufficient details of financial data are captured systematically to meet the needs of timely management and external reporting, including government fund accounting.
Take lead in system implementation and enhancements that impact the Record to Report cycle across critical business processes including Order to Cash and Procure to Pay.
Mentor and develop professional capabilities within the accounting operations, revenue accounting and general ledger team to ensure adequate and transparent support to internal stakeholders.
Establish open channel of communication and manage relationship with internal stakeholders across different offices
Spearhead coordination with professional service firms for staff augmentation / outsourcing, external audits and tax filing requirements.
Take part in other ad hoc strategic and operational initiatives as required.
Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
Must possess 10+ years of progressive accounting experience in a growing organization
Must possess experience of accounting for federal funding and contracts, including managing and complying with uniform Guidance (2 CFR 200) for grants,
Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required; CPA credential and/or public accounting experience strongly preferred.
Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to distill complex analyses into structured outputs and present to all levels of management and external parties required.
Must possess influencing and strong negotiations skills, and experience leading mid-sized teams.
Energetic, hands-on, resourceful self-starter who can partner with all levels and functions of the organization and takes a consultative and collaborative approach for the purpose of getting to a common goal.
Strong analytical skills, coupled with work ethic and sound judgement, and ability to work independently required.
Must be results and detailed-oriented with a keen interest in process improvements.
Excellent project management skills with the ability to juggle and prioritize multiple work streams while remaining calm and effective under pressure.
Must possess excellent computer skills with a high level of proficiency in Excel.
Experience working with NetSuite or similar ERP system required.
Benefits
Paid Sick Leave - in compliance with the Emeryville Sick Paid Leave Ordinance.
Free/gated parking.
Monthly stipend reimbursement for phone when applicable to the role.
Eligibility to participate in Employee Assistance Plan
Work-from-home equipment provided for duration of assignment.
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