Site Financial Controller

LGC is a leading, global life science tools company, providing mission-critical components and solutions into high-growth application areas across the human healthcare and applied market segments. Our high-quality product portfolio is comprised of mission-critical tools for genomic analysis and for quality assurance applications, which are typically embedded and recurring within our customers’ products and workflows and are valued for their performance, quality and range.

Our tools play a key role in customer workflows from discovery applications through to commercial manufacture and enable its customers to: bring new diagnostics and therapies to market; progress research and development; optimize food production; and continuously monitor and enhance the quality of food, the environment and consumer products.

LGC’s 175+ years of scientific heritage, combined with a track record of innovation and value-enhancing acquisitions, has enabled the company to build its product portfolio and expertise, and develop deep relationships with customers, industry partners and the global scientific community.  Join us and help us achieve our mission of Science for a Safer World! 

With manufacturing sites across the US, UK, Germany and Denmark, LGC Biosearch Technologies has plans to continue growing. We deliver mission critical genomics to our diverse customer base in molecular diagnostics, pharma/biotech and agrigenomics. Our integrated portfolio of products, services and expertise supports our purpose of Science for a Safer World and we have embodied our mission by working with customers to enable research into life-altering treatment for disease and illness worldwide. We are currently seeking candidates who are up for the challenge of operating in a high-growth, purpose-driven organization.

The Site Financial Controller serves as a financial leader and business partner to an operational site dedicated to the successful delivery of product and/or service offerings in support of business and customer goals. This individual manages all aspects of site operational finance, including but not limited to accounting, financial reporting, financial planning and analysis (FP&A), direct and indirect taxes, and cash management. In partnership with local operational leaders, this role demands close and regular collaboration to drive top-line growth, gross margin expansion, OpEx discipline, and working capital efficiency.

The Financial Controller plans, directs, manages, and coordinates group personnel and operational resources involved in the designated responsibilities of this function. In partnership with HR, functional leadership, and cross-functional stakeholders, this individual is expected to foster a positive work environment and a culture of ownership, continuous improvement, and accountability.

This is a site-based role. As such, the ideal candidate will be based within commutable distance of the LGC operational site in Traverse City, MI, USA.
 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to capably perform each of the following essential duties: 

• Direct a team of financial professionals within designated site to effectively deliver on business responsibilities and objectives, while also ensuring compliance with applicable accounting regulations and financial standards
• Serve as financial business partner to site operational lead as well as respective cross-functional stakeholders
• Diligently manage the personnel activities of direct and indirect reports, including budgeting, engagement, staffing, training, talent management, employee relations, and mentoring and coaching
• Partner with functional leadership to develop and execute operational plans that will enhance the productivity and profitability of direct team through the delivery of excellent standards of customer satisfaction
• With direction from functional leadership, manage and execute objectives for functional areas under direct remit—including gross margin expansion, OpEx discipline, working capital delivery, delivery of annual budgets, reforecasting and rolling forecast compilation, and SIOP reporting—ensuring alignment with departmental goals and best practices
• Oversee and participate in business-level financial reporting for designated site, which includes month-end activities, balance sheet and cash flow management, internal financial controls, and external and internal audits
• Provide financial leadership on cross-functional projects impacting designated site; may partner on global projects where requested
• Develop and maintain effective relatioships with cross-functional partners, including but not limited to Business Analytics, Group Finance, Commercial, Product Management, Supply Chain, IT, HR
• Provide regular updates and reporting on financial KPI’s, including variances and trends, to functional leadership
• Perform other duties as required, or assigned by management, to meet business needs
• Adhere to company Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) policy

• Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, finance, or a related field—or equivalent combination of relevant education and applicable work experience
• Progressive working experience, ideally 7 years, in a financial capacity within a manufacturing organization
• Demonstrated success leading, managing, and motivating people in a dynamic operational service environment
• Demonstrated experience and success in managing operational finances and providing business partnership to businesses or sites with revenues of $10 million or greater
• Proven expertise of applicable accounting principles and relevant financial regulations
• Proven working knowledge of all operational accounting aspects and their inter-relationship with financial accounting, budgeting/forecasting and operations support
• Ability to travel, as requested, to meet business and commercial demands
• Proven knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including advanced knowledge of Excel, and ERP system applications (IFS and SAP preferred)
• Ability to review data/costs and analyze results, create and present detailed reports, accurately process numerical data

Desirable Qualifications:

• Progressive working experience in a financial and/or cost accounting capacity within a global, matrixed organization in the biotech, medical device, or life sciences industries
• Accounting designation (e.g., CPA, CMA), or an equivalent financial professional certification
• Prior work experience in a biotechnology, medical device, or pharmaceutical organization
• Proven knowledge of IFS or SAP ERP systems

Interpersonal Competencies:

• Resonate and operate in line with LGC’s core value behaviors: Passion, Curiosity, Integrity, Brilliance, and Respect
• A strong commitment to quality and continuous improvement
• Clear strategic thinker with proven critical relationship development skills
• Proven decisive leader, people developer, and team builder
• Demonstrated excellent verbal and written communication skills, with ability to communicate to external partners and all levels of an organization
• Ability to work well in a team environment, possess an ability to adapt to change in the environment, and exhibit a proven ability to exert influence in a directive and positive manner
• Demonstrated autonomy: ability to self-start and drive whilst recognising the appropriate time for stakeholder engagement
• Extensive problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze data and develop dynamic solutions that produce deliverables and meet business objectives
• Adaptable and willing to take on multiple new tasks and responsibilities while managing and prioritizing multiple tasks within a dynamic work environment
• Consistent and fair, demonstrating emotional strength and integrity to manage confidential information
• Results-driven and process-oriented, ensuring targets are met on time and on budget
• Promote cooperation and commitment within a team to achieve goals and deliverables

What we offer (US based-employees):

• Competitive compensation with strong bonus program
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits for employees and dependents
• FSA/HSA Pre-tax savings plans for health care, childcare, and elder care
• Deductible Buffer Insurance and Critical Illness Insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with matching employer contribution
• Company-paid short- and long- term disability, life insurance, and employee assistance program
• Flexible work options
• Pet Insurance for our furry friends
• Enhanced Parental leave of 8 additional weeks
• PTO that begins immediately
• Town Hall monthly meeting onsite/virtual, Cheer program where employees are recognized for outstanding work, Company wide social events, frequent catered lunches and much more!

LGC strongly believes that every job applicant and employee should be valued for their individual talents regardless of age, disability, race, color, ethnic or national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion, or belief. Short listing, interviewing and selection will always be carried out without regard to gender, sexual orientation, marital status, color, race, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, age, or trade union membership.

For more information about LGC, please visit our website www.lgcgroup.com

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