Assistant Controller

Zymo Research is looking for a dynamic individual to join our accounting team as an Assistant Controller! In this role, you will play a critical role in maintaining financial integrity, supporting strategic decision-making, and driving operational excellence across our multi subsidiary organization. Your contribution will ensure the delivery of accurate, timely, and reliable financial information to internal teams and key stakeholders, while also serving as a backup to the Controller and supporting the overall integrity and efficiency of the accounting department.

Join us in making a meaningful impact!

This position will be responsible for the accounting functions of several of our smaller entities and backup for our main organization Zymo, in the areas defined below:

• Assist in managing the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes.
• Prepare and review financial statements in accordance with GAAP (or IFRS, as applicable).
• Ensure timely and accurate preparation of account reconciliations and journal entries.
• Analyze financial results and investigate significant variances.
• Maintain the general ledger and oversee accounting transactions.

• Support the development, implementation, and monitoring of internal controls.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, company policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Assist with external audits, tax filings, and financial reviews.
• Coordinate responses to auditor requests and prepare supporting documentation.
• Assist with supervising and developing accounting staff.
• Foster a collaborative and high-performing accounting environment.
• Assist with performance evaluations, training, and professional development initiatives.

• Prepare bank reconciliations and cash management activities.
• Assist in forecasting cash needs and working capital requirements.

• Support annual budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Partner with department leaders to monitor spending and financial performance.
• Provide financial analysis and recommendations to support decision-making.

• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, controls, and reporting efficiency.
• Participate in ERP implementations, system upgrades, and automation initiatives.
• Develop and document accounting policies and procedures.

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field. (preferred)
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting requirements.
• Experience with month-end and year-end close processes.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Familiarity with ERP systems such as Net Suite, SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar platforms.
• Financial reporting expertise
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Leadership and team development
• Business partnership and collaboration
• Project management
• Strong ethical standards and integrity

Since its inception in 1994, Zymo Research has been proudly serving the scientific community by providing innovative, reliable, and high-quality research tools and products. Whether it's DNA, RNA, epigenetics, microbiomics, protein, or yeast-based research, our philosophy remains the same:
To provide the highest quality products in the industry while ensuring they are both simple to use and reliable in their performance.

Recognized as a Top Workplace by the Orange County Register in 2021, 2022, and named a Top Workplace USA in 2023, Zymo Research continues to be a vibrant community where employees thrive, feel connected, and are inspired by their work. If you are passionate about contributing to scientific advancement and want to be part of an exceptional team in a dynamic, growing company, we'd love to hear from you!

The estimated base compensation range for this position is $,000 annually at the time of posting. Actual compensation details will be provided in writing at the time of offer, if applicable, and is based on several…