Assistant Controller

Job Summary:

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!

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

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:

Financial Reporting & Accounting

• 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.

Internal Controls & Compliance

• 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.

Team Leadership

• Assist with supervising and developing accounting staff.
• Foster a collaborative and high-performing accounting environment.
• Assist with performance evaluations training and professional development initiatives.

Cash Management & Treasury

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

Budgeting & Analysis

• 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.

Process Improvement

• 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.

Education and Experience

• Bachelors 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 NetSuite SAP Oracle Microsoft Dynamics or similar platforms.

Key Competencies

• Financial reporting expertise
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Leadership and team development
• Process improvement mindset
• Business partnership and collaboration
• Project management
• Strong ethical standards and integrity

About Us:

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 its 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 inand 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 wed love to hear from you!

Compensation Benefits and Perks:

The estimated base compensation range for this position is $00 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 factors we believe fairly and accurately impact compensation including geographic location experience knowledge skills abilities and other job permitted factors.

Zymo Research also offers competitive benefits and perks including:

• Medical Dental Vision and Life Insurance Coverages
• EAP Sessions
• Vacation Time plus Company Holidays
• Paid Sick Leave
• Generous 401(K) with matching
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Complimentary fruit snacks and beverages
• Complimentary catered lunches on Thursdays
• Complimentary EV Charging

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer:

Zymo Research welcomes candidates of all backgrounds. These include sex age color race religion marital status national origin ancestry sexual orientation gender gender identity gender expression physical & mental disability medical condition genetic information military and veteran status or any other protected status as defined by federal state or local law.

Location:

Onsite Zymo Research Operations 2911 Dow Ave Tustin CA 92780

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