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Lab Controller

Lab Controller

CompanyGeneDx
LocationGaithersburg, MD, USA
Salary$165000 – $180000
TypeFull-Time
DegreesBachelor’s
Experience LevelSenior, Expert or higher

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
  • CPA or CMA certification a plus
  • 10+ years progressive experience in accounting or finance in a production/manufacturing environment
  • Strong analytical abilities with knowledge of standard costing, inventory management, and accounting systems
  • Proven track record of leveraging data analysis tools or other BI software to improve internal performance management and reporting
  • Strategic thinker, with the ability to distill complex data into clear, actionable insights
  • Demonstrated ability to champion change management and influence diverse groups of stakeholders across all levels of the organization
  • Exceptional leadership and proven track record of building and growing high performing, engaged teams
  • Ability to successfully manage multiple priorities and deadlines
  • Proficiency working with ERP systems (i.e., NetSuite)

Responsibilities

  • Oversee monthly cost accounting reporting and inventory management
  • Analyze production costs, material consumption, and inventory levels
  • Identify cost-reduction opportunities and help implement cost-saving measures
  • Implement, monitor and enforce internal controls and ensure compliance with corporate policies and procedures; including assisting in the coordination of internal and external audits
  • Analyze financial performance, identify cost drivers, and provide data-driven insights to aid operational decision-making improvements
  • Develop and manage the lab’s annual budget and forecasts
  • Prepare and present financial reports to lab management and corporate finance that monitor lab performance against budget and forecast
  • Support the analytical and special project needs of the lab management team
  • Provide financial leadership for cost savings initiatives and track the improvements to gauge the effectiveness of management decisions
  • Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team to create a culture of accountability and continuous improvement
  • Promote a collaborative and results-orientated team environment
  • Provide financial leadership and guidance to the lab team
  • Build and expand a successful SOIP process while working closely with lab management to achieve financial and operational goals

Preferred Qualifications

  • CPA or CMA certification a plus