Controller Global Clinical Trials

Controller, Global

Clinical Trials

DQD 1679793

COMPANY:

This company provides

customers with a comprehensive menu of routine and specialty laboratory tests

and services. With the consolidated capabilities of our

regional laboratories and are expanding

internationally, they are able to offer unequaled convenience in utilizing

one laboratory for all diagnostic and prognostic clinical testing needs

LOCATION:

Madison, NJ

DESCRIPTION:

The Controller will act as an

effective CFO of a business encompassing large scale operations in the US and UK,

plus supporting operations in China,

Singapore, Australia, India,

Belgium and France. It

supports the Global Clinical Trials business, and will have primary financial

leadership responsibility in executing key business initiatives on an

international basis. He/she will act as a bridge between the Corporate and

the local teams and will be responsible for driving Business Unit financial

results, closely monitoring operational / performance milestones and metrics,

while insuring the accuracy of financial reporting and the integrity of the

control environment. The individual is expected to work at the middle and

senior management level on complex problems, business processes and

organizational issues, and to contribute regularly both at the tactical and

strategic levels.

Individual must be able to

exercise sound judgment with appropriate weight and gravitas given to the

needs of the company and individual functions within the company. This

position will include international travel. Role encompasses full P&L

responsibility, balance sheet management, statutory accounts preparation in

the UK, tax and VAT filings internationally, sales development support,

business case development and capital appraisal/efficiency/control, business

development and turnaround or re-engineering activities, internal controls

responsibility, plus strong people management and development

responsibilities. Reporting directly to the Finance Director, Clinical Trials

& International Operations, the position has 3 direct reports (Assistant

Controllers & Managers) and a total team size of 20.

Expected to be a substantial

change agent, both in terms of Finance and the broader Clinical Trials

business. Visionary, with the character to translate that vision into practice.

Able to influence all levels of the organization, including senior management

decisions, in order to identify and drive best practices and achieve the

Strategic Plan objectives of the business.

Develop appropriate analytical

models/schedules to ensure optimal profitability and efficiency of operations

and contracts. Recommend corrective actions and challenge existing paradigms

where appropriate. Drive the Business Unit and the function to the next

level. Continually raise the bar. Drive improved costing principles in a

highly complex environment.

Prepare/coordinate accurate and

timely operating and capital budgets, quarterly forecasts, analysis and trend

reports, as well as enhancing existing reporting package to provide timelier

decision-making. Low error rates, punctuality and professionalism in all

output is a must.

Insure the integrity and accuracy

of the Business Units monthly financial statements. Coordinate the

preparation, update and analyze monthly trending reports including but not limited

to sales, profitability, productivity and accounts receivable.

Coordinate and review

requisitions for fixed asset acquisitions including analysis/justification,

coordinating approval, routing and tracking capital expenditure vs. approved

budget and forecast.

Ensure tight control environment

is maintained i.e. internal controls are adequate and functioning properly,

and that finance provides real-time support in key business decision-making.

This is not a maintenance area - candidate is expected to re-engineer and

significantly improve the control environment.

Manage local CT finance leaders

and oversight of global billing function. Hire and develop financial leaders

in CT. Develop appropriate pricing policies and standards, and ensure

appropriate processes are in place for bids to meet profitability standards.

Ensure processes are in place for accuracy and timeliness of billing.

Ensure financial books and

records are prepared in accordance with US GAAP and UK GAAP, company policies

and local statutory requirements.

Take a leadership role in

Business Development activities (acquisitions and market development

opportunities); prepare analytical materials / reports, manage diligence

processes, and interact with key relationships regarding contract

negotiations

EXPERIENCE:

Minimum

of 10 years of successful work experience in roles requiring increasingly

diverse and broad management responsibility, with previous experience of at

least 5 years in a Finance leadership role.

Pharmaceutical

experience is helpful, but not required.

Knowledge

of financial modeling techniques required.

Strong

computer skills required, especially in the use of spreadsheet software.

Ability

to meet frequent deadlines.

Ability

to travel internationally on an as-needed basis

Demonstrated

process re-engineering or turnaround experience preferred

EDUCATION:

CPA, or internationally equivalent accounting

qualification required - MBA desirable in addition, but not essential

Please refer to job code DQD 1679793 when responding to this ad.

Category:	Accounting/Banking/Finance/Insurance
	> Controller
Location:	Madison, NJ
County:	Morris County
ZIP Code:	07940
Pay Rate:	competitive
Job Terms:	full time
Company:	Discovery Solutions, Inc.
Phone:	(443)402-1582
Fax:	410-510-1240