Director, Finance-Operations

Werfen

Werfen is a growing family-owned innovative company founded in 1966 in Barcelona Spain. We are a worldwide leader in specialized diagnostics in the areas of Hemostasis Acute Care Diagnostics Transfusion Autoimmunity and Transplant. Through our Original Equipment Manufacturing (OEM) business line we research develop and manufacture customized assays and biomaterials. We operate directly in 30 countries and in more than 100 territories through distributors. Our Headquarters and Technology Centers are located in the US and Europe and our workforce is more than 7000 strong.

Our success comes from a specific focus in these rapidly evolving diagnostic areas our commitment to customers and our dedication to innovation and quality. Were passionate about providing healthcare professionals the most valuable and complete solutions to improve hospital efficiency and enhance patient care.

Position Summary:

Director Finance-Operations (Immucor Inc. a Werfen Company Norcross Georgia): On behalf of a worldwide developer manufacturer and distributor of specialized diagnostic instruments for transfusion and transplant products and services responsible for planning directing and controlling financial policies procedures controls and reporting functions for one or more technology centers. Will serve as the main contact for the technology center (TC) Leadership team for finance related topics and serve as the financial leader on the management team. Responsible for the recruitment performance management and development of teams. Will provide support and guidance to managers to achieve operational goals.

Specific responsibilities will include:

• Oversee financial operations and direct the financial planning and structure.
• Coordinate analyze and report financial performance projections and other special projects as required to Executive Management.
• Prepare short and long-term financial forecasts of financial performance for use with internal management and external parties.
• Oversee audit and tax functions coordinate activities with outside audit firms and review companys performance.
• Apply proficiency in all aspects of corporate accounting and all pertinent IRFS and GAAP.
• Ensure compliance with federal state local and corporate legal requirements. Stay current on new and changing regulations and legislation.
• Advise Executive Team of financial options and potential risks.
• Responsible for teams compliance in terms of training and fulfilment of their tasks and objectives as well as onboarding of new employees and development of the existing team. Manage performance issues and conflict proactively. Use judgement in consulting with department leadership and Human Resources.
• Ensure that the internal and/or external customers perspective is a driving force behind strategic priorities business decisions organizational processes and individual activities.
• Identify and understand problems and opportunities by gathering analyzing and interpreting quantitative and qualitative information. Select the best course of action by establishing clear decision criteria generating and evaluating alternatives and making timely decisions. Take action that is consistent with available facts and constraints and that optimizes probable consequences.
• Coordinate the integration of shared service activities into the North America headquarters based in Bedford Massachusetts and obtain synergies within Werfens operations by optimizing the team structure.
• Integrate the financial operations of new acquisitions.
• Lead the integration into Werfens ERP (SAP) of Immucors financial operations.
• Harmonize the financial reporting of the Transfusion and Transplant Business Units to Werfens standards.

This is a hybrid position working mostly at the office in Norcross GA and maximum 1 day per week from a home office within commuting distance to Norcross GA. Position requires approximately 15% of time to be spent on domestic and international travel.

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Minimum Requirements: Bachelors degree in Accounting Economics or a related quantitative field and 7 years of experience in a financial consulting and/or auditing role at a Big 4 professional service firm.

Must also have: (I) Background applying global accounting policies including International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and Spanish Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (Spanish GAAP); (II) Background performing financial analysis for a regulated industry with intensive R&D operations; (III) Thorough knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP); (IV) Advanced level expertise in Microsoft Excel PowerPoint BI Tools and email suites; (V) Background using ERP systems including SAP; (VI) Knowledge of Salesforce as a reporting tool; (VII) Strong written and oral communication problem solving and analytical skills required; (VIII) Successful track record developing and leading high performing teams; and (IX) Demonstrated knowledge of corporate finance in the context of mergers and acquisitions.

The annual salary range Werfen reasonable expects to pay for the position is $235352-$240352. Compensation is reasonably based upon multiple factors including education relevant experience skillset knowledge and specific needs of the business.

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If you are interested in constantly learning and being challenged on a daily basis we encourage you to submit your resume or CV.

Werfen is an Equal Opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workplace. Werfen strictly prohibits unlawful discrimination harassment or retaliation based upon an individuals race color religion gender sexual orientation gender identity/expression national origin/ancestry age mental/physical disability medical condition marital status veteran status or any other protected characteristic as defined by applicable state or federal law. If you have a disability and need an accommodation in relation to the online application process please contact for assistance.

We operate directly in over 30 countries and in more than 100 territories through distributors. Annual revenue is approximately $2 billion and more than 7000 employees around the world comprise our Werfen team.