Legal Entity Controller

Job Title

Associate Director, Finance Legal Entity Responsible US + Canada

Location

The actual location of this job is in Morristown, New Jersey, USA.

Lead the financial governance and compliance of key US and Canadian legal entities, playing a critical role in ensuring accurate reporting, strong controls, and business performance across a global life sciences organization.

The full-time base annual salary for this position is expected to range between [$132,000-$186,900]. In addition, below you will find a comprehensive summary of the benefits package we offer:

• Performance-related bonus.
• Medical, dental and vision insurance.
• 401(k) matching plan.
• Life insurance, as well as short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Employee assistance programs.
• Paid time off (PTO): 3 weeks.
• Retirement option plans.

Compensation for this role will be determined by the candidate’s qualifications, skills, experience, and relevant knowledge .

What you will do:

• Oversee accurate and timely financial close processes, including Balance Sheet and P&L reviews, in collaboration with Regional Controlling and Shared Service teams
• Ensure compliance with US and Canadian GAAP standards, managing complex and non-routine accounting transactions
• Act as the primary contact for internal and external auditors and take ownership of statutory and regulatory filings across entities
• Partner with Group Tax and Treasury teams to ensure tax, transfer pricing, liquidity, and capital management compliance
• Lead and enhance the Internal Control System (ICS), ensuring strong governance and achievement of corporate compliance KPIs
• Drive process improvements, including automation, standardization, and Shared Service Center development
• Support strategic finance initiatives and, where applicable, mentor and develop team members

What we are looking for:

• 10+ years of experience in finance within an international, global operating environment
• Strong expertise in financial reporting, US GAAP, and regulatory compliance
• Proven experience managing audits, statutory reporting, and tax coordination
• Advanced SAP or equivalent ERP system experience
• Excellent stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence across functions and seniority levels
• Strong communication and leadership capabilities, with experience coaching or mentoring others
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Economics (CPA required; Master’s degree preferred)
• Requires onsite presence at our Morristown, NJ office three days per week
• Includes required domestic travel (minimum level)

About Lonza

At Lonza, our people are our greatest strength. With 30+ sites across five continents, our globally connected teams work together every day to manufacture the medicines of tomorrow. Our core values of Collaboration, Accountability, Excellence, Passion and Integrity reflect who we are and how we work together. Everyone’s ideas, big or small, have the potential to improve millions of lives, and that’s the kind of work we want you to be part of.

Innovation thrives when people from all backgrounds bring their unique perspectives to the table. At Lonza, we offer equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you’re ready to help turn our customers’ breakthrough ideas into viable therapies, we look forward to welcoming you on board.

Ready to shape the future of life sciences? Apply now.