Business Controller - Eurofins Environment US

Eurofins•Lancaster, PA

7h•$120,000 - $135,000

About The Position

The Business Controller is responsible for delivering accurate financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and in-depth financial analysis for a portfolio of business units within the US Environment Business Line. This role partners closely with business leaders to enhance financial visibility, improve forecasting accuracy, strengthen cost control, evaluate capital investments, and ensure the integrity of month-end financial results, including appropriate accruals and accounting accuracy.

Requirements

BS/BA in Accounting or related field. Minimum 7 years of total experience, among which 5 in a similar position.
Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; experience with accounting and financial reporting systems
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial data
Solid understanding of financial and mathematical concepts
Proven ability to analyze, interpret, and report financial results
Experience conducting trend analysis and identifying performance drivers
Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines
Ability to work independently while effectively partnering with cross-functional teams

Nice To Haves

CPA, CMA or Masters of Business or Accounting/Finance considered a plus.

Responsibilities

Provide business units with timely and accurate financial reports, KPIs, and performance metrics
Partner with operational leaders to prepare budgets, forecasts, and mid-term financial plans
Review and validate month-end preliminary P&Ls; collaborate with the National Service Center (NSC) to ensure necessary adjustments are completed
Prepare, review, and validate key accruals to ensure accounting accuracy
Deliver clear and insightful monthly financial commentary
Analyze financial performance and provide actionable recommendations to improve profitability and cost control
Prepare and analyze annual budgets based on historical performance and future expectations
Review cost data and identify opportunities for operational efficiency and expense optimization
Serve as a trusted financial advisor to business leaders, supporting decision-making with data-driven insights
Review capital expenditure (CapEx) requests and investment opportunities; assess financial metrics and return expectations
Ensure capital spending is effectively controlled and aligned with strategic objectives
Prepare and submit Spending & Contracting Authority (S&CA) deviation forms and related documentation, including financial forecasts
Oversee annual inventory counts and fixed asset physical verifications for assigned business units
Support accounts receivable collections efforts to help achieve cash flow targets
Assist the NSC with cash funding requests to Treasury
Distribute and monitor the monthly Invoiced Not Received (INR) report
Prepare financial projections for M&A activities
Support the financial integration of newly acquired businesses