Director of Financial Shared Services

Danaher • Coralville, IA

22h • Onsite

About The Position

Bring more to life. Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics and biotechnology? At Aldevron, one of Danaher’s 15+ operating companies, our work saves lives—and we’re all united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact. You’ll thrive in a culture of belonging where you and your unique viewpoint matter. And by harnessing Danaher’s system of continuous improvement, you help turn ideas into impact – innovating at the speed of life. At Aldevron, we deliver world-class CDMO services that accelerate the development of groundbreaking therapies. Our mission is to be the engine of innovation for genomic medicine pioneers. As a member of our team, you’ll help bring life-changing innovations to life—impacting millions around the world. We bring together deep scientific expertise, an unwavering commitment to quality, and a collaborative spirit to drive progress. Whether you're launching your career or bringing years of experience, we value the unique perspective you bring. Join us and become part of a mission-driven team advancing science and unlocking human potential—one discovery at a time. Learn about the Danaher Business System which makes everything possible. The Director of Financial Shared Services is responsible for overseeing the working capital performance leading the accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing and credit teams at IDT. This position reports to the Controller and is part of the Controllership Function located in Coralville, IA and Fargo, ND. There is a preference for candidates who can work on-site. While this requisition is posted in Coralville, IA, and Fargo, ND, applications from qualified candidates in other locations will be considered.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in field with 14+ years experience OR Master's degree in field with 12+ years experience AND related experience includes 4+ years managing people
• Proven ability to lead and develop teams across Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Billing, and Credit within a shared services model.
• Expertise in ERP systems (e.g., D365, SAP) and related tools for billing, credit management, and vendor/customer master data maintenance.
• Background in US GAAP and corporate accounting policies, ensuring compliance in all shared services activities
• Strong knowledge of SOX requirements and ability to implement and maintain robust control frameworks for transaction processing and reconciliations.
• Experience implementing credit policies, collection strategies, and vendor payment terms to balance liquidity and risk

Responsibilities

• Ability to optimize working capital through DPO, DSO management and strategies to maximize working capital efficiency.
• Standardization across IDT processes to implement robust control frameworks for transaction processing and reconciliations.
• Standardize key policies across IDT and communicate broadly to the organization the changes to minimize disruption and drive improved controls.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Operations, FP&A, and corporate finance to align working capital strategies.

Benefits

• Aldervron, a Danaher operating company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. Whether it’s a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job. Check out our benefits at Danaher Benefits Info.
• We offer comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees