Manager, US Controllership, Accounting Team

About the Company

BioMarin is a leading rare disease biotechnology company focused on genetically defined conditions. Guided by our purpose to develop medicines that make a profound impact on people’s lives, our global teams have delivered a portfolio of therapies since our founding in 1997. Our revolutionary treatments for conditions like achondroplasia (the most common form of dwarfism), PKU (phenylketonuria), CLN2 (a form of Batten disease), and multiple forms of MPS (mucopolysaccharidosis) offer new possibilities for patients and families who previously had few, if any, available options. With the recent acquisition of Amicus, our portfolio now includes therapies for Fabry disease and Pompe disease, expanding our ability to reach more people living with rare genetic conditions.

Our success stems from an unwavering commitment to excellence, deep understanding of patient needs, scientific expertise, and world-class manufacturing capabilities. At BioMarin, a dedicated team of industry-leading professionals collaborates to deliver innovative therapies globally.

About the Role

This role within U.S. Controllership will lead the successful implementation of accounting changes arising from business initiatives, strategic transactions, integration activities, and other transformation efforts. The position will partner cross-functionally to ensure accounting processes, controls, and reporting requirements remain effective during periods of organizational change. The role will also bridge technical accounting and accounting operations by operationalizing complex accounting requirements within the general ledger and close process. Additionally, the position will support broader U.S. Controllership objectives through process improvement initiatives and strategic projects that enhance the effectiveness and scalability of the accounting function.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a key liaison between U.S. Controllership, Technical Accounting, FP&A, Tax, Treasury, IT, and other stakeholders to support complex accounting matters, strategic financial accounting initiatives, and integration activities.
• Translate technical accounting conclusions into practical accounting processes, controls, reporting requirements, and operational guidance for complex or non-routine accounting matters.
• Create and maintain operational procedures, documentation, and metrics to improve consistency, efficiency, scalability, and control compliance across U.S. Controllership.
• Drive process improvement initiatives that enhance efficiency, scalability, and operational effectiveness, including the use of metrics, root cause analysis, and issue remediation.
• Lead integration activities supporting accounting and general ledger integration, including close readiness, account mapping, accounting data flows, and related processes.
• Support accounting integration and system implementation activities, including process design, testing, system readiness, data validation, and post-implementation stabilization.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes through existing technologies, AI-enabled tools, automation capabilities, and emerging solutions.

Requirements

• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, combining operational and technical accounting.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, SOX requirements, and the financial reporting implications of accounting transactions.
• Experience supporting complex accounting matters, including technical accounting, strategic transactions, or other non-routine activities.
• Experience supporting accounting integration, process transformations, or other organizational change initiatives.
• Experience working with financial systems and ERP platforms; SAP, Ariba, and Hyperion preferred.
• Results-driven, adaptable, and creative in developing process improvements and practical solutions.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to build effective partnerships across functions and organizational levels.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field (required).
• CPA or equivalent experience (preferred).

Schedule

This role is hybrid, requiring an onsite presence in San Rafael twice per week. The role may not be performed remotely.

Environmental, Health, and Safety Responsibility

Support the organization’s commitment to environmental protection, injury prevention, and continual improvement of EHS management systems. Actively contribute to a safe and environmentally responsible workplace by identifying hazards, reporting incidents, and participating in EHS initiatives and training.