What are the responsibilities and job description for the Finance Controller position at CORDEN PHARMA BOULDER INC?
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Corden Pharma provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Corden Pharma embraces fair hiring practices.
Corden Pharma is a leading full-service contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), excipients, and pharmaceuticals Drug Products (DP) and packaging capabilities with > 2,600 employees across the world. Our services enable pharmaceutical and biotech companies to manufacture medicines with the ultimate goal of improving people’s lives.
Our network in Europe and the U.S. offers flexible and specialized solutions across five technology platforms: Peptides, Lipids, & Carbohydrates; Injectables; Highly Potent & Oncology; and Small Molecules. We strive for excellence in supporting this network and are committed to providing the highest quality products for the well-being of patients.
SUMMARY
This Division Controller plays a pivotal role in driving financial performance, supporting strategic business decisions, and overseeing financial operations across a key division within Corden Pharma. The Division Controller will oversee all financial management and reporting functions within a specific business division of Corden Pharma. This role is critical for ensuring accurate financial reporting, compliance with corporate policies and accounting standards, and strategic financial decision support for Corden Pharma’s Leadership Team.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Financial Reporting & Analysis
- Lead the preparation and presentation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for the division, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with corporate policies and accounting standards (GAAP/IFRS)
- Oversee the consolidation of financial data and provide detailed variance analysis of actual versus budgeted performance, identifying key drivers of financial performance
- Analyze financial results, including P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow; and provide insights to site Leadership on operational performance, cost structures, and profitability
- Use SAP to extract financial data and create customized reports for Sr. Management, ensuring real-time visibility of financial performance
- Prepare financial forecasts and conduct monthly reviews to track performance against financial goals, making adjustments as necessary based on changing market conditions, operational shifts, or other business factors
Cost Management & Profitability Analysis
- Partner with the Cost Accounting team, supporting accurate reporting of manufacturing costs, including direct materials, labor, overheads, and fixed costs
- Support detailed margin analysis and profitability reviews for various product lines and customer segments
- Partner with Operations to analyze variances, identifying inefficiencies and opportunities for cost reduction or process improvement
- Optimize working capital and cash flow
SAP Financial Systems & Reporting
- Use SAP financial modules (FI, CO, MM, etc.) for financial reporting, cost management, and data extraction, ensuring financial data is accurate, timely, and aligned with global accounting standards
- Develop and implement SAP-based reports, dashboards, and data visualizations to enhance decision-making capabilities for Corden leadership
- Collaborate with IT and SAP teams to continuously improve financial reporting processes, enhance system functionality, and troubleshoot issues related to SAP data integration or reporting discrepancies
- Ensure seamless integration of financial systems across global operations, leveraging SAP’s capabilities to streamline reporting and enhance financial transparency
Internal Controls & Compliance
- Ensure compliance with corporate financial policies, accounting principles, and regulatory requirements (e.g., SOX and local country regulations)
- Develop, implement, and maintain effective internal controls for financial processes to mitigate risks and prevent inaccuracies or fraud
- Work closely with internal and external auditors to support the annual audit process, ensuring timely completion and resolution of any audit issues
- Oversee the preparation of audit schedules and the provision of relevant documentation to external auditors
Business Partnering & Decision Support:
- Act as a financial advisor to Corden’s Leadership Team, offering strategic financial guidance and support for key business decisions
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Operations, Sales, Supply Chain, and Program Management to identify financial implications of business decisions and ensure financial goals are met
- Provide financial modeling and analysis for capital expenditures, product launches, process improvements, and cost-saving initiatives
- Support business leaders by identifying financial opportunities, risks, and areas for improvement, driving alignment between financial performance and business objectives
LEADERSHIP & BUDGET RESPONSIBILITIES
- Manage and mentor a team of Finance professionals, ensuring their professional development and fostering a collaborative, high-performance culture within Corden
- Direct Reports: Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, General Accounting, and Payroll
- Provide training and guidance on financial reporting, SAP Systems, and best practices in cost management and financial analysis
- Develop a strong working relationship with other Corden sites, finance teams, and corporate leadership to ensure alignment of financial goals and strategies across the company
SAFETY & ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Every individual is personally responsible for the safety and environmental aspects of their activities in the workplace. Each employee is expected to perform their job duties in a safe manner utilizing all their knowledge, training, ability, and experience.
QUALITY RESPONSIBILITIES
Corden Pharma Colorado (CPC) is a manufacturer of a variety of pharmaceutical products. In following Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), Corden Pharma Colorado manufactures in accordance with the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA), International Council for Harmonisation Q7 (ICH), and other global regulations as applicable. This is critical as it is our mission to not place patients at risk due to inadequate safety, quality, or efficacy. CPC’s Quality Management System, which incorporates cGMP, is designed to deliver this quality objective. Attainment is produced through the requisite participation and commitment of all staff across departments and at all levels within the company.
cGMP is the part of Quality Management System ensuring products are consistently produced to accurate quality standards. Adherence to clearly defined procedures, in compliance with the principles of cGMP, is required when performing operations across Corden Pharma Colorado.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field required. CPA, CMA, CFA, or MBA preferred.
- Ten years of experience in Finance or Accounting roles, with a strong background in financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and cost management in a manufacturing or industrial environment
- Significant experience using SAP ERP, particularly in financial modules (FI, CO, MM), with a proven track record of leveraging SAP for financial reporting and analysis
- Experience in managing a Finance team and working with cross-functional teams in a global manufacturing setting
- In-depth knowledge of cost accounting, inventory management, and financial controls within a manufacturing context
- Strong understanding of global financial regulations and compliance standards
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret financial reports, and legal contractual documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
REASONING ABILITY
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
CPA preferred but not required.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; work with hands; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; reach above shoulder height; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include the ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles and noise typical of an office environment.
CORE COMPETENCIES
These are the specific areas of knowledge, skill and ability that are important for successful job performance. They must be job related and consistent with business necessity.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, with strong skills in financial modeling, data analysis, and reporting
- Deep experience with SAP financial modules (FI, CO, MM) and proficiency in generating and customizing reports and dashboards
- Experience with financial systems and BI tools (e.g., SAP BusinessObjects, Power BI, Tableau) is a plus
- Strong leadership, interpersonal skills, and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across functions and levels of the organization
- High attention to detail, with a focus on accuracy and completeness in financial reporting and analysis
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to drive insights from complex financial data
- Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to influence and drive change within a matrix organization, aligning financial goals with operational objectives
- Flexibility and adaptability to work in a dynamic, fast-changing business environment
- Extensive experience with SAP ERP Systems and a background in financial management within a manufacturing or industrial environment
SALARY
Actual pay will be based on your skills and experience.
BENEFITS
- 401(k) matching - Corden Pharma will contribute 100% of the first 6% - 100% vested after 2 years of service
- Accident Plan
- Critical Illness Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending Account
- Health Insurance PPO/HSA
- Hospital Indemnity Plan
- ID Theft Protection
- Life Insurance
- Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Wellness Program
- Vacation – Three Weeks 1st Year
- Vision Insurance
This post will expire on 5/3/2025
