Financial Controller

Diagnostica Stago•Parsippany, NJ

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Financial Controller will be responsible for building and developing a high-performing team, cultivating a culture of accountability and continuous improvement, and positioning Finance as a trusted business partner. This role requires a blend of strong technical accounting expertise, operational finance acumen, leadership capability, business partnership skills, and advanced data analytics. The position involves overseeing financial reporting, accounting excellence, tax and audit compliance, working capital management, financial operations, FP&A, business insights, executive storytelling, systems automation, process transformation, and talent development. The role also includes direct supervision of employees, leading cross-functional projects, and participating in acquisition due diligence and integration activities.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
7-10 years progressive accounting experience.
5+ years finance leadership experience managing accounting teams and developing leaders required.
Experience managing full-cycle accounting functions required.
Strong understanding of US GAAP.
Strong understanding of IFRS.
Strong understanding of Tax compliance.
Strong understanding of Revenue recognition.
Strong understanding of Inventory accounting.
Strong understanding of Internal controls.
Strong understanding of Audit management.
High level of proficiency in ERP systems and use of reporting tools to analyze large amount of data required.
High level of proficiency in Excel, Power Point, Word, financial modeling.
Expertise in Power BI or similar application.

Nice To Haves

MBA or advanced degree a plus.
Experience in manufacturing, medical devices, diagnostics, life sciences, or other regulated industries strongly preferred.
ERP implementation and process transformation experience preferred.
CPA strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Own monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close process, ensuring timely, accurate GAAP-compliant financial statements.
Maintain integrity of general ledger, revenue recognition, lease accounting, inventory accounting, and fixed asset accounting.
Oversee consolidation reporting to global headquarters.
Drive continuous improvement in close efficiency and reporting accuracy.
Perform balance sheet reconciliations, account analysis, and identify financial statement risks.
Lead federal, state, provincial, local, sales/use, customs, and income tax compliance activities.
Partner with Global Headquarters & external tax advisors to identify tax planning opportunities and risk mitigation strategies.
Own all external financial audits and statutory audits.
Lead internal audit readiness and remediation efforts.
Maintain a strong internal control environment and compliance with corporate policies.
Monitor emerging accounting and tax regulations and ensure organizational readiness.
Drive DSO improvement initiatives.
Partner with Supply Chain to optimize inventory turns and cash utilization.
Oversee treasury activities, banking relationships, and cash forecasting.
Manage Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, fixed assets, and procurement controls.
Develop actionable working capital strategies that strengthen financial flexibility.
Partner with Director of Finance and Departmental Business Leaders on the annual budget, forecasts, and long-range planning.
Develop executive-level financial presentations for senior leadership, Board meetings, and corporate reporting.
Analyze financial and operational data to identify trends, risks, opportunities, and performance drivers, communicating findings through clear, actionable recommendations.
Transform complex financial data into concise and clear business insights and recommendations.
Build financial narratives that explain performance drivers, risks, opportunities, and required actions.
Serve as a trusted advisor to department leaders by helping them understand financial impacts of business decisions.
Lead finance process modernization initiatives.
Drive ERP optimization and automation efforts.
Simplify workflows while maintaining appropriate controls.
Improve reporting tools, dashboards, and financial visibility.
Eliminate friction and reduce manual effort throughout finance operations.
Directly supervise employees in their area of responsibility.
Develop a culture of accountability, ownership, and continuous improvement.
Coach, mentor, and develop finance professionals.
Build succession plans and elevate organizational capability.
Establish clear expectations, performance standards, and development plans.
Promote collaboration and partnership across departments.
Lead cross-functional team projects.
Responsible for adherence to quality management system and maintaining up-to-date work instructions and training materials for area of responsibility.
Participate in acquisition due diligence and integration activities.