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Leica Biosystems · 3 hours ago

Chief Financial Officer

Vista, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

$217K/yr - $325K/yr

20+ years exp

Leica Biosystems is a global leader in cancer diagnostics, committed to advancing diagnostic confidence and improving lives. The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) will provide strategic direction and lead the global Finance and IT functions, ensuring alignment with long-term growth and operational goals. This role includes responsibilities for financial planning, accounting, compliance, and overseeing IT resources while fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.

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Responsibilities

Partner with the President and L1 team to define and execute the company’s strategic direction

Lead the development of annual operating plans, budgets, and financial targets aligned with long-term business goals

Influence key business decisions through financial insights and scenario planning

Oversee global financial planning, reporting, compliance, and statutory requirements

Ensure accuracy, timeliness, and relevance of financial reporting to internal and external stakeholders

Maintain and enhance internal controls and capital governance across the organization

Drive process improvements and margin expansion using DBS tools and methodologies

Lead initiatives in cost management, pricing strategy, product costing, and manufacturing productivity

Evaluate and implement best-in-class financial systems and IT tools to support business agility

Build and develop a high-performing global Finance & IT organization

Foster a culture of integrity, accountability, and continuous learning

Coach and mentor leaders across finance and IT functions to ensure succession readiness

Support M&A activities including financial diligence, integration planning, and ROI analysis

Collaborate with Danaher and platform leadership to evaluate strategic investments and partnerships

Qualification

Financial leadershipUS GAAPERP systemsStrategic planningMBACPALife Sciences experienceExecutive communicationAnalytical capabilitiesTeam developmentInterpersonal skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; MBA and/or CPA preferred

20+ years of progressive financial leadership experience in global, complex organizations

Proven success in leading finance across commercial, manufacturing, R&D, and corporate functions

Experience managing large, geographically dispersed teams

Deep understanding of US GAAP, ERP systems, and financial controls

Demonstrated ability to drive profitable growth and operational transformation

Strong interpersonal and executive communication skills

Preferred

Life Sciences, Diagnostics, or Healthcare industry experience highly desirable

Benefits

Paid time off

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401(k)

Company

Leica Biosystems

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Leica Biosystems develops laboratory workflow solutions for anatomic pathology involved in the advancement of cancer diagnostics. It is a sub-organization of Danaher.

Founded in 1989

Nußloch, Baden-Wurttemberg, DEU

1001-5000 employees