Controller

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

• 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
• Monthly Bank Reconciliations
• Weekly Cash Balance Report
• Tie daily cash reports to SF
• Reconcile Petty Cash
• Lead and develop accounting team
• Seamlessly integrate acquisition targets
• Drive automation and ERP improvements
• 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 (NetSuite, 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

• A competitive salary
• 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.

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