Associate Director, Finance Legal Entity US + Canada

Associate Director, Finance Legal Entity Responsible US + Canada

Location:

Morristown, New Jersey, USA.

Lead the financial governance and compliance of key US and Canadian legal entities, playing a critical role in ensuring accurate reporting, strong controls, and business performance across a global life sciences organization.

Full‑time base annual salary expected between $132,000 and $186,900.

Benefits include:

• Performance‑related bonus
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) matching plan
• Life insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability insurance
• Employee assistance programs
• Paid time off (PTO): 3 weeks
• Retirement option plans

• Oversee accurate and timely financial close processes, including Balance Sheet and P&L reviews, in collaboration with Regional Controlling and Shared Service teams
• Ensure compliance with US and Canadian GAAP standards, managing complex and non‑routine accounting transactions
• Act as the primary contact for internal and external auditors and take ownership of statutory and regulatory filings across entities
• Partner with Group Tax and Treasury teams to ensure tax, transfer pricing, liquidity, and capital management compliance
• Lead and enhance the Internal Control System (ICS), ensuring strong governance and achievement of corporate compliance KPIs
• Drive process improvements, including automation, standardization, and Shared Service Center development
• Support strategic finance initiatives and, where applicable, mentor and develop team members

• 10+ years of experience in finance within an international, global operating environment
• Strong expertise in financial reporting, US GAAP, and regulatory compliance
• Proven experience managing audits, statutory reporting, and tax coordination
• Advanced SAP or equivalent ERP system experience
• Excellent stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence across functions and seniority levels
• Strong communication and leadership capabilities, with experience coaching or mentoring others
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Economics (CPA required; Master’s degree preferred)
• Requires onsite presence at our Morristown, NJ office three days per week
• Includes required domestic travel (minimum level)

We offer equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.