Offer summary

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting with 15+ years of accounting and finance experience, International experience required, Knowledge and proficiency with accounting systems and Excel, Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage a distributed team..

Key responsabilities:

Manage all accounting, tax and audit compliance globally and locally

Responsible for preparing the annual financial plan and quarterly forecast

Oversee all financial reporting including monthly management reports and annual audit reports

Maintain relationships with financial institutions, lenders, auditors, and tax advisors.

Job description

Celerion, a leader in early clinical research, is seeking an accomplished Global Controller to join our team!

Position Overview

This senior financial position is responsible for managing financial accounting functions across the global organization. This position will report to the Chief Financial Officer, and will work closely with Operational Vice Presidents and Company Managers. This role requires masterful management of the general ledger, monthly close processes, annual audit coordination and reporting, state tax filings, and strict adherence to GAAP and internal control requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage all accounting, tax and audit compliance globally and on a local statutory basis

Manages monthly financial close, including analysis and reporting

Responsible for preparing the annual financial plan and quarterly forecast

Responsible for all financial reporting including monthly management report, monthly bank compliance statements, quarterly board presentations and annual audit reports and footnote disclosures

Prepares quarterly estimated tax estimates and annual tax provisions

Responsible for global cash management inclusive of interest rate hedging and foreign currency exposure

Responsible for managing relationships with financial institutions, lenders, auditors and tax advisors

Maintains current knowledge of accounting guidance and reporting requirements to ensure the Company is compliant

Responsible for all accounting and tax compliance for global locations

Able to support M&A activity including diligence and post- acquisition integration

Responsible for ensuring key financial metrics reported for managing to profitability (project profitability, client margin, Lines of Service KPI)

Works collaboratively with Global Project Management and Lines of Business VP

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting with 15+ years of accounting and finance experience

International experience required

Knowledge and proficiency with accounting systems and Excel required

Experience in a service industry required

Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills

Ability to manage a distributed team

Ability to manage multiple priorities required

Able to build relationships with all levels of employees and across borders

Strong leadership skills with the ability to be hands-on

Preferred Qualifications include CPA certification, M&A experience, geographical expansion and integration familiarity and experience in clinical research organizations or the healthcare industry.

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Celerion Values: Integrity Trust Teamwork Respect

Celerion is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, qualified protected veteran status, or disability.

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