Controller - Manufacturing

Job Description Johnson Service Group, has an immediate opportunity for a Controller for a biotech manufacturing company in Carlsbad.

Direct Hire | Onsite | $180 - $200K depending on qualifications.

We are seeking an experienced Controller to lead accounting and financial reporting for a growing life sciences manufacturing organization. Reporting to the CFO, this position will oversee day-to-day accounting operations while partnering closely with leadership and Operations on financial planning, manufacturing costs, profitability, and business decisions.

This is a hands-on leadership role ideal for someone with strong technical accounting experience who is comfortable working in a growing, fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close and financial reporting

Oversee general ledger, payroll, cost accounting, inventory accounting, and revenue recognition

Maintain and optimize Net Suite, including accounting processes, reporting, workflows, and controls

Support budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial analysis

Partner with Operations on manufacturing costs, pricing, customer profitability, and capital expenditures

Develop and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls

Coordinate external audits, tax filings, and financial compliance requirements

Provide financial reporting and analysis to the CFO, leadership team, and investors

Lead and develop a small accounting and finance team Identify opportunities to improve processes, systems, reporting, and financial controls

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field5–10+ years of progressive accounting experience

Previous Controller, Assistant Controller, or Accounting Manager experience

Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, budgeting, cost accounting, and internal controls

Manufacturing accounting experience strongly preferred

Biopharma, life sciences, CDMO, or other regulated manufacturing experience preferred

Hands-on Net Suite experience highly preferred

Strong Microsoft Office skills

Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills

Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and partner effectively with senior leadership

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* Our client offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance; company-paid life insurance equal to one times annual salary; voluntary life insurance; short- and long-term disability; FSA and HSA options; a 401(k) with company match; 10 days of paid vacation; and 11 paid holidays annually.

** Johnson Service Group (JSG) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. JSG provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.