Controller, Finance & Banking, Financial Controller

Controller Position

Headquartered in Pittsburgh, PA, Life Science Connect ("LSC") is a leading B2B media, information, and marketing services company serving the global life sciences ecosystem. Through trusted brands, data-driven insights, and integrated marketing solutions, the company connects suppliers, innovators, and decision-makers across pharmaceutical, biotech, medical device, water, and food markets. They use their expertise in content marketing and sales enablement, in addition to their suite of capabilities and over two dozen proprietary websites to empower their clients to effectively connect their thought leadership, products, and solutions with actively engaged readers.

Position Overview:

We are seeking an experienced and hands-on Controller to lead our accounting function and ensure the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of financial reporting while improving processes and supporting strategic decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Reporting & Compliance
• Own GAAP financial statements and reporting
• Lead month-end and year-end close process
• Oversee accounting operations (GL, AP/AR, payroll, revenue recognition)
• Manage audits and ensure compliance
• Cash Management
• Monthly Bank Reconciliations
• Weekly Cash Balance Report
• Tie daily cash reports to SF
• Reconcile Petty Cash
• Leadership & Team Management
• Lead and develop accounting team
• Seamlessly integrate acquisition targets
• Process Improvement & Systems
• Drive automation and ERP improvements
• Business Partnership
• Support leadership with insights, budgeting, and forecasting

Required skills/experience

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
• CPA preferred
• 10–15 years' experience; 5+ years as Controller
• Strong GAAP knowledge and team leadership experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Public accounting experience (Big 4 or regional firm)
• Experience in private equity-backed or high-growth environment
• ERP implementation or optimization experience (Net Suite, SAP, Oracle)
• Industry experience aligned with life sciences, media, or B2B services preferred

Why Work for Life Science Connect?

• Serve as a member of a very talented ELT committed to LSC's long-term success
• Highly visible role in a high-end and mission-driven services business that values its people
• Strong industry tailwinds and growing TAM. LSC is a fast-growing leader in a fragmented B2B digital media industry
• Healthy capital investment by prominent private equity investors with deep industry experience

Compensation & Benefits

Life Science Connect offers a generous compensation package. In addition to a competitive salary, you'll enjoy:

• Medical / vision / prescription / dental coverage for you and your family
• 100% company‑paid short‑ and long‑term disability insurance
• 100% company‑paid life insurance
• 401(k) with dollar‑for‑dollar company match up to 6%
• 15 vacation days and 6 personal days on day 1
• 13 company‑paid holidays

We do not offer visa sponsorship for this role.