What are the responsibilities and job description for the Corporate Controller position at LIFE SCIENCE OUTSOURCING INC?
About Life Science Outsourcing (LSO)
Life Science Outsourcing, Inc. (“LSO”) (www.lso-inc.com) is a contract manufacturing organization focused on assembly, packaging, sterilization, and distribution with over 25 years of experience. The Company serves orthopedic, cardiovascular, diagnostic, dental, and a variety of other medical specialties.
Our unique model is centered on in house, end to end portfolio processes and service offerings supported by deep regulatory expertise. This enables the agility and flexibility our customers need to accelerate go to market timelines while standardizing supply chains and mitigating risk. Clients rely on LSO to perform all activities required to bring products to market, from procurement to final packaging and shipping.
LSO is headquartered in Brea, CA (North Orange County), with an additional east coast facility in Somersworth, New Hampshire.
The Opportunity
We are seeking a strategic and hands on Corporate Controller to lead all accounting operations and financial reporting across our growing, multi site organization. This role is based on site in Somersworth, New Hampshire and requires periodic travel to our Brea, California headquarters to support alignment across locations.
This position will be instrumental in ensuring financial integrity, supporting executive decision making, and driving process improvements in a fast paced, regulated manufacturing environment.
Qualifications:What You Will Do
Financial Leadership and Reporting
- Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes with accuracy and timeliness
- Oversee preparation of financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP
- Support executive leadership with board reporting, financial presentations, and investor or lender reporting
- Drive meaningful variance analysis and financial insights
Accounting Operations and Controls
- Oversee general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll accounting, and fixed assets
- Strengthen internal controls, policies, and audit readiness
- Identify and implement process improvements for scalability and efficiency
- Ensure compliance with all regulatory, statutory, and tax requirements
Cost Accounting and Manufacturing Finance
- Lead cost accounting including standard costing, job costing, and variance analysis
- Partner with Operations and Supply Chain to monitor labor, materials, and overhead
- Ensure accurate inventory valuation and reporting
- Support pricing, margin analysis, and operational performance improvements
Audit, Tax and Compliance
- Lead external audits and coordinate audit preparation
- Ensure timely and accurate tax filings
- Conduct internal audits to ensure policy adherence
- Maintain compliance within a regulated medical device manufacturing environment
Technology and Innovation
- Champion AI and automation initiatives within finance
- Streamline workflows and reduce manual processes
- Support digital transformation and scalable financial infrastructure
Leadership and Collaboration
- Lead and develop the accounting team
- Foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement
- Partner cross functionally with Operations, Quality, HR, and Supply Chain
What You Bring
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
- CPA or CMA required
- 7 to 12 plus years of progressive accounting experience
- Manufacturing experience required with medical device or regulated industry preferred
- Multi site and or private equity backed experience preferred
Technical Expertise
- Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting
- Deep expertise in cost accounting within manufacturing
- ERP system experience required
- Advanced Excel skills with BI tools such as Power BI a plus
Mindset and Skills
- Strong analytical and problem solving abilities
- High attention to detail with ability to manage multiple priorities
- Strategic thinker with a hands on approach
- Interest in leveraging AI and automation
- Strong communication and business partnering skills
Why Join LSO?
- Be a key leader in a growing, private equity backed organization
- Direct impact on financial strategy and operational performance
- Opportunity to modernize and transform finance capabilities
- Collaborative, mission driven environment focused on quality and innovation
Physical Requirements
- Ability to sit or stand for extended periods
- Ability to walk distances and navigate stairs as needed
- Ability to travel periodically between New Hampshire and California