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Greenfield Global · 2 weeks ago

Business Unit Controller, Life Sciences

Brookfield, CT

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

10+ years exp

Greenfield Global is a leading producer and supplier of high-value raw materials vital to businesses. They are seeking a Business Unit Controller to oversee financial performance and operations for the Specialty Chemicals & Ingredients business unit, ensuring the integrity of financial information and supporting strategic decision-making.

ConsumerOnline PortalsPublic Relations

Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

Manage the monthly and year-end accounting close procedures, reviewing journal entries, accruals and other adjusting entries, account balance reconciliations and report preparation

Provide leadership and support for the US, Ireland and UK accounting teams

Planning, directing and coordinating all accounting operational functions ensuring compliance with corporate policies, procedures and internal controls

Continuous improvement mindset, assessing current accounting operations and provide recommendations for improvement

Oversee preparation and review of tax returns including sales and other statutory filings and regulatory reporting

Key contact for external auditors related to the US, Ireland and UK entities in performance of interim and annual audit of financial statements

Cash flow management and forecasting

Ad hoc reporting and other duties as assigned

Qualification

Accounting DegreeFinancial ReportingLeadership SkillsAnalytical SkillsERP Systems KnowledgeExcel ProficiencyTeam DevelopmentIndependenceCommunication SkillsCollaboration Skills

Required

Accounting Degree (CPA preferred)

Possesses a strong systems background and excellent analytical skills

Excellent communication and collaborative skills

Proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Office products

Knowledge of ERP systems and ability to work well with others

Ability to work independently under minimal supervision and with competing priorities

Excellent leadership and team development skills

Ability to develop, implement and adhere to accounting policies and financial controls

10 or more years of related general accounting experience in a complex environment (preferably manufacturing)

Proven success in hiring, training and motivating an accounting team

Experience working with multiple entities in a multi-currency environment

Preferred

CPA preferred

Knowledge of MS D365 preferred but not required

Benefits

Comprehensive health and dental benefits

Income protection: short- and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, paid personal sick time

Vacation time exceeding industry standards

Company funded retirement savings program with individual contribution opportunities

Company

Greenfield Global

Since 1989, Greenfield Global has been the leading supplier of high-purity alcohols, specialty solvents, custom blended solutions and fuel ethanol to businesses worldwide, ranging from Fortune 500 companies to sole proprietorships.

Founded in 1994

Wilton, Connecticut, USA

501-1000 employees