Business Unit Controller, Life Sciences

Job Title: Business Unit Controller, Life Sciences
Department: Finance
Reporting to: Corporate Controller
Location: Danbury, CT

Greenfield is looking for a Business Unit Controller to join our growing team.
Reporting directly to the Corporate Controller, the Business Unit Controller is a strategic finance leader responsible for overseeing the financial performance and operations for the Specialty Chemicals & Ingredients business unit. This role is responsible for managing financial reporting, analysis and compliance. This role ensures the integrity of financial information and supports strategic decision making by providing key insights into business performance. This role is responsible for leadership, development and oversight for the US, Ireland and UK accounting teams.

Who We Are:
Greenfield Global is a leading producer and supplier of high-value, mission-critical raw materials, ingredients, and additives that are vital to businesses and integral to a lower-carbon economy. From start-ups to the largest brands in the world, customers trust Greenfield’s extensive portfolio of premium products, regulatory expertise, and industry-leading service to improve people’s lives and the health of the planet.

Why Join Greenfield?
We innovate, collaborate, and work with purpose. By unlocking the potential of people, partnerships, and nature to accelerate sustainable solutions for the health of the planet, our work has a positive impact on the environment around the world. We are always looking for people who can bring new talents and experience to our team.

Who You Are:

• Accounting Degree (CPA preferred)
• Possesses a strong systems background and excellent analytical skills
• Excellent communication and collaborative skills
• Proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Office products
• Knowledge of ERP systems and ability to work well with others
• Ability to work independently under minimal supervision and with competing priorities
• Excellent leadership and team development skills
• Ability to develop, implement and adhere to accounting policies and financial controls

Your Experience Should Include:

• 10 or more years of related general accounting experience in a complex environment (preferably manufacturing)
• Proven success in hiring, training and motivating an accounting team
• Experience working with multiple entities in a multi-currency environment
• Knowledge of MS D365 preferred but not required

Job Responsibilities:

• Manage the monthly and year-end accounting close procedures, reviewing journal entries, accruals and other adjusting entries, account balance reconciliations and report preparation
• Provide leadership and support for the US, Ireland and UK accounting teams
• Planning, directing and coordinating all accounting operational functions ensuring compliance with corporate policies, procedures and internal controls
• Continuous improvement mindset, assessing current accounting operations and provide recommendations for improvement
• Oversee preparation and review of tax returns including sales and other statutory filings and regulatory reporting
• Key contact for external auditors related to the US, Ireland and UK entities in performance of interim and annual audit of financial statements
• Cash flow management and forecasting
• Ad hoc reporting and other duties as assigned

Total Compensation & Care:

• Base salary dependent on experience and demonstrated performance
• Formal and informal training opportunities
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits
• Income protection: short- and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, paid personal sick time
• Vacation time exceeding industry standards
• Company funded retirement savings program with individual contribution opportunities
• Meaningful and challenging work
• Curated intentional culture focused on growth and development, engagement, and communication

About Us:
We own and operate five distilleries, four specialty chemical manufacturing and packaging plants, and three next-generation biofuel and renewable energy R&D centers. This integrated model enhances supply chain transparency, quality control, custom formulation development, and ultimately customer satisfaction.

Core Values:

• Honesty
• Integrity
• Respect
• Commitment
• Openness to Change

Core Principles:

• Innovation: We are constantly seizing opportunities to develop new products, processes and methods to meet the diverse and demanding requirements of our customers.
• Collaboration: We are part catalyst, part collaborator. We collaborate with partners to get the most out of our existing products, and to develop custom solutions for our customer requirements.
• Responsibility: Our commitment to give back to local communities in the US and Canada goes beyond the bottom line. We give back to the planet by processing renewable resources into low carbon fuels and chemicals.
• Agility: Our team is not only fast, but we also have the flexibility and creativity to pivot with customer needs to develop custom-made, on-time solutions.
• Discipline: At every plant, and for every customer, for every shipment, we put quality first. We operate a tight, transparent supply chain while meeting the highest regulatory standards.

Greenfield Global USA, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital or domestic partner status, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, ancestry, disability status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.