Assistant Controller

Axion Biosystems•Atlanta, GA

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About The Position

Axion BioSystems, is a rapidly growing, private equity backed life science tools company located in Atlanta, GA. The Company is a leading manufacturer of microelectrode array (MEA) and impedance systems used to evaluate the biology of networked cells (e.g. neurons, cardiac cells, lung and liver) for applications such as cancer research, vaccine development, modeling neurological disease and drug development. Axion BioSystems, Inc. is seeking an Assitant Controller reporting to the Controller and assisting with managing, coordinating, and improving the company’s operational accounting functions. The ideal candidate will have diverse experience in both accounting and working with cross-functional teams. Excellent problem solving skills are critical to the position to resolve challenges as they arise.

Requirements

Bachelors degree in Accounting, preferably with a CPA
5-10 years of experience.
Excellent problem solving, verbal and written communication skills.
U.S. Citizenship or permanent residency required

Responsibilities

Assist the Controller with planning, directing and coordinating all accounting operational functions
Coordinate month-end closing process
Prepare and review journal entries and account reconciliations
Prepare consolidated financial statements
Provide monthly, quarterly and year-end variance analysis
Supervise accounts receivable, accounts payable and general accounting functions
Reseach accounting issues for compliance with GAAP
Coordinate external audit activities
Provide management with information vital to the decision-making process
Assist in the budget process
Assess current accounting operations, offer recommendations for improvement and implementing new processes
Oversee regulatory reporting, frequently including tax planning and compliance
Hire, train and retain skilled accounting staff