Controller
Our client is an organization in the Dane County area that’s looking for a Controller. This company is looking for someone with 5+ years of experience, motivated, and an excellent leader. This company provides a collaborative culture, flexibility, and a strong, tenured team. This position is onsite.
The salary for this job is $100K – $150K.
The Controller will be responsible for, but not limited to, the following:
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Own monthly, quarterly, and annual close; prepare GAAP-compliant financial statements.
- Design and maintain allocation methodologies, ensuring consistency, audit support, and scalability.
- Monitor cash, manage disbursements, and maintain short-term forecasts.
- Manage AR cycle (invoicing, cash application, collections); ensure accurate billing and ASC 606 compliance.
- Manage AP cycle, vendor records, and W-9/1099 compliance with strong internal controls.
- Maintain internal controls, ensure compliance, and lead audit coordination with external partners.
- Enhance systems and workflows; support budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and due diligence.
The Controller will possess the following:
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, CPA license (active or inactive) strongly preferred.
- 5+ years of relevant experience.
- Biotech, life sciences, or technical services industry experience strongly preferred.
- Strong knowledge of GAAP, particularly ASC 606, and hands-on accounting operations.
- Proficiency with ERP systems (NetSuite).
- Ability to work well independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The compensation philosophy reflects the Company’s reasonable expectation at the time of posting. Actual compensation is influenced by a variety of factors including, but not limited to skills, experience level, and overall qualifications. This role may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary incentive program, subject to the rule governing the program.