Controller, Accounting, Financial Compliance

Tobin Scientific is a leading provider of cold chain, ambient storage, and transport & logistics services for the biopharma industry, and is one of the fastest growing companies in Massachusetts. Serving a diverse array of clients in life sciences, university, government, and more, we're recognized for our expertise in ensuring the safety and security of temperature-sensitive products during transport and storage.

Our cGMP storage solutions are custom-built for the pharmaceutical and biotech industries, managing mission-critical consumables, equipment, raw materials, and finished goods with precision. Nationally acclaimed for laboratory relocation, principal investigator support, and other logistics services, Tobin Scientific's holistic approach and commitment to excellence make us an integral player in life science services.

Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, the Controller will lead the company's accounting operations, financial reporting, and treasury functions while playing an integral role in technical accounting research and analysis. This is a highly hands‑on leadership role requiring direct involvement in the month‑end close, preparation and review of journal entries, account reconciliations, and daily cash management.

The Controller will play a key role in researching and documenting complex accounting matters, managing the annual financial statement audit, and supporting tax compliance in close collaboration with the CFO and external advisors. The ideal candidate combines strong technical accounting expertise with a hands‑on leadership style, demonstrating the ability to independently solve problems, mentor and develop accounting staff, and drive continuous improvement in a fast‑paced growing organization.

• Lead and actively participate in daily accounting operations, including the preparation and posting of journal entries, account reconciliations, general ledger maintenance, payroll processing, and oversight of accounts receivable and accounts payable.

• Own and oversee the company's treasury function, including daily cash management, bank account administration, and cash positioning across multiple entities.
• Own and execute the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting while maintaining direct involvement in key accounting activities.
• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with US GAAP.
• Perform and review the consolidation of multiple entities, ensuring intercompany transactions and eliminations are properly recorded.

• Research technical accounting issues and prepare formal accounting position papers and memoranda documenting relevant guidance, conclusions, and supporting analysis.
• Lead and manage the annual financial statement audit, including preparation of supporting schedules, technical accounting documentation, financial statement disclosures, and resolution of audit findings in collaboration with the CFO.
• Serve as key point of contact for external auditors, proactively addressing technical accounting questions, audit findings, and documentation requirements.
• Coordinate the annual federal and state tax filing process, working closely with the CFO and external tax advisors to ensure timely and accurate completion.

• Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team while maintaining a hands‑on approach to daily operations and month‑end close.
• Establish clear performance expectations, provide ongoing coaching and feedback, and ensure accountability for timely and…