Financial Controller

Purpose

The Controller is responsible for the overall accounting function at Genesee BioMedical, including month-end close, financial reporting, cost and inventory accounting, internal controls, audit, tax coordination, budgeting and cash management, in compliance with U.S. GAAP and medical device industry expectations.

Reporting to the CEO, this role serves as the company’s senior finance resource and partners closely with operations, supply chain, quality and leadership to support margin, cost and cash decisions within a regulated manufacturing environment.

This position is ideal for a hands-on accounting leader with experience owning the close and financial statements in manufacturing and inventory-driven businesses, preferably within medical device, life sciences, or other regulated industries.

Duties and responsibilities

Financial Accounting, Close & Reporting

• Own the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close calendar and process
• Review and approve journal entries, accruals, and balance sheet reconciliations
• Prepare and issue monthly financial statements and a management reporting package with commentary for leadership
• Maintain the chart of accounts and ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP, including revenue recognition (ASC 606), leases (ASC 842), and inventory (ASC 330)

Cost Accounting & Inventory

• Own inventory and cost accounting, including:
• Standard costing methodology and the annual standard-cost roll
• Variance analysis (material, labor, overhead, PPV) and gross margin by product line
• WIP and finished goods valuation, inventory reserves, and excess & obsolete (E&O) policy
• Partner with Operations and Supply Chain to ensure:
• Accurate BOM costing and support for make-vs-buy and pricing decisions
• Cycle count and year-end physical inventory reconciliation
• Proper capitalization of manufacturing costs

Internal Controls, Audit & Compliance

• Design, document, and own internal controls, accounting policies, and the delegation-of-authority matrix
• Lead the annual external audit or review and serve as primary contact for the outside CPA firm
• Oversee federal, state, and local tax compliance (income, sales/use, property) with outside advisors
• Support financial aspects of regulatory, customer, and partner audits and maintain documentation supporting financial transactions

Budgeting, Forecasting, Analysis & Treasury

• Build and manage the annual operating budget and rolling forecast; report performance versus budget and prior periods
• Maintain a 52-week cash forecast and manage cash, banking relationships, and any debt covenants
• Approve Accounts Payable payment runs and oversee Accounts Receivable, credit, and collections
• Provide insights into gross margin, operating expenses, product-line profitability, and key cost drivers
• Develop and maintain financial models, dashboards, and ad-hoc analyses for leadership
• Assist with mergers and acquisitions (M&A) work, including financial due diligence, valuation and deal modeling, data room preparation, and post-close accounting integration

Systems, Process & Leadership

• Own ERP finance configuration, the finance systems roadmap, and process automation
• Oversee day-to-day transaction processing, including HR Onboarding, AP, AR, payroll interface, and general ledger
• Hire, train, and lead finance staff as the company grows
• Work closely with Manufacturing, Operations, Supply Chain, and Quality teams and serve as financial advisor to the CEO

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Experience

• 8+ years of progressive accounting experience, including 2+ years at the Assistant Controller, Accounting Manager, or Controller level
• Expert knowledge of U.S. GAAP, including ASC 606, 842, and 330
• Hands-on experience owning the close and producing financial statements
• Cost accounting and standard costing experience in a manufacturing or inventory-based environment
• Experience leading external audits and designing internal controls
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP systems (NetSuite, Oracle, SAP, or similar)

Preferred Experience:

• Active CPA license (strongly preferred)
• Medical device, life sciences, or other FDA-regulated manufacturing experience
• Public accounting or audit background
• Experience as the senior finance leader in a small or growing company
• Experience implementing or upgrading an ERP or FP&A system
• Experience supporting M&A transactions, due diligence, or post-acquisition integration

Other Skills

• Sound judgment and ownership; comfortable serving as final reviewer
• Ability to explain financial results clearly to non-finance leaders
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• High integrity with confidential information and commitment to data integrity
• Hands-on, proactive mindset suited to a lean team

Pay: $115,000.00 - $145,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Unlimited paid time off
• Vision insurance

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Work Location: In person