Controller

Job Description

Job Description

Founded in 2016, Serán provides our clients with integrated drug product development and manufacturing solutions.  Seràn takes a science-first approach, using early process optimization and cutting-edge technologies right from the start to overcome challenges for the most complex projects and ensure the efficient advancement of drugs to the clinic. Due to our clients’ success, Serán has grown to over 200 team members passionate about continuing our mission of pioneering innovation. A major expansion to the manufacturing campus is underway with over 100,000 sq/ft of commercial manufacturing to be complete in 2027.   

Serán is seeking a Controller to add to their Finance team to support business growth. The Controller is primarily responsible for the accurate tracking and communication of Serán’s financial position, to inside and outside constituents. The controller will ensure that the Company’s financial outputs are (1) in line with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and (2) informative to partners and stakeholders. Previous experience with cost accounting in a manufacturing environment will be prioritized.

On-site preferred; however, will consider hybrid or remote work locations for candidates with proven ability to perform at the highest level of expectations and proficiency.    

• Oversees daily workflow of the department
• Mentors team to ensure redundancy of capabilities and development of talent
• Works with colleagues across the firm to educate partner departments on accounting/finance needs and directives
• Oversees accounting training program and identifies training needs
• Recruits, interviews, hires and trains new staff
• Provides constructive and timely performance evaluations
• Handles discipline and termination of employees in accordance with company policy

• Planning, directing, and coordinating all accounting operational functions
• Maintaining and improving internal controls
  • Ensures accurate internal and external financial statements and presentations, reflecting the firm’s operations
  • Ensures processes that substantiate financials are performed at a level to mitigate risk and satisfy an audit by an independent accounting firm
• Structuring and maintaining managerial accounting practices and KPIs
  • Manages the accumulation and consolidation of all financial data
  • Develops, monitors and summarizes business performance metrics in critical areas essential to the ongoing growth of the enterprise
• Partnering with Stakeholders
  • Joins internal and external business partners in contributing to the success of company-wide and cross-functional initiatives
  • Educates partners on downstream financial impacts of decisions under consideration and track results post implementation
• Process Improvement
  • Seeks to drive continuous improvement through designing and reinforcing good and efficient accounting processes
  • Understands the initiatives of business partners and seeks ways to contribute to their efforts
• Coordinates activities of external accounting auditors
• Oversees regulatory reporting, frequently including tax planning and compliance

• Solid working knowledge of all aspects of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
• Ability to close a monthly period’s financial results and presentation without difficulty
• Strong facility with usage, design, and improvement of accounting software and enterprise systems.  SAP experience a strong advantage
• Accepts feedback from a variety of sources and constructively manages conflict
• Exceptional mentoring skills
• Highest integrity and ability to keep company confidences
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Multitasks and adjusts priorities in a fast-paced environment, while maintaining focus and managing disruption and/or unexpected needs
• Exceptional Excel skills and facility with software related to all accounting functions: payroll, AP, AR, time keeping, banking, project management, etc.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in accounting. Active CPA licensure required
• Ten + years of proven accounting experience in a medium-large firm
• Experience in manufacturing and/or project-based accounting
• Has supervised audits conducted by a top 10 audit firm
• Firm understanding of financial and managerial accounting principles
• Experience architecting and implementing an ERP transformation a strong plus
• SAP fluency a strong advantage

• Prolonged periods of sitting or standing at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times
• Adheres to consistent and predicable work schedule

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Benefits Summary:

Serán employees accrue over four weeks of paid time off annually. Employer contributions to a retirement account begin after 90 days and do not require an employee match or vesting period. Various health plans allow employees to find the best coverage for their individual or family needs with minimal employee contributions. Serán covers each employee with basic life and long-term disability, giving access to increase or add coverage. An Employee Assistance Program provides support for all things related to our employees’ wellbeing, along with access to pet insurance.

The Corporate Headquarters of Serán BioScience are located at 63047 Layton Ave, Bend, OR 97701

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.