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The Senior Director - Assistant Global Controller is responsible for closing and reporting responsibilities of the company on a global scale. The position reports to the Cytiva Global Controller and is part of the Finance organization located in Amersham UK and will be an on-site role.
What you will do:
Responsible for overseeing the shared service controllership activities including Cash, Inter-company, Closing, Compensation & Benefits, Fixed assets and other processes
Supervising a team of process leaders and the broader shared services team of more than 100 associates
Overall responsibility for the accounting, closing and reporting activities of the company
Expected to lead continuous process improvement efforts to ensure timely accurate reporting produced with maximum efficiency..
Who you are:
Experienced in US GAAP global statutory reporting requirements and processes
Demonstrated ability to lead large finance teams with global responsibility
Track record of process improvement using Danaher DBS or equivalent methods
10+ years of experience in finance related role
Ability to work cross functionally with other Finance and business functional teams
Fluency in ERP, Management reporting (Hyperion/OneStream) and other IT systems commonly employed in Finance function
Cytiva, a Danaher operating company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. Whether it’s a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job. Check out our benefits at Danaher Benefits Info.
Join our winning team today. Together, we’ll accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrow’s science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life.
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Skills Required
- Experience with US GAAP global statutory reporting requirements and processes
- Experience overseeing shared service controllership activities (Cash, Inter-company, Closing, Compensation & Benefits, Fixed assets)
- Demonstrated ability to lead large global finance teams
- Track record of process improvement using Danaher DBS or equivalent methods
- 10+ years of experience in a finance-related role
- Ability to work cross-functionally with other Finance and business teams
- Fluency in ERP and management reporting systems (Hyperion, OneStream) and other finance IT systems
- Ability to be on-site in Amersham, UK (role located in Amersham)
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is described as comprehensive, including medical plan options alongside dental, vision, life, disability, and mental health support. Wellness initiatives and support programs such as an EAP and vaccination or fitness offerings add breadth beyond core insurance.
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits include a 401(k) plan with employer matching and options such as pre-tax and Roth contributions. Broader financial rewards such as performance bonuses and access to equity or an employee stock purchase plan are also described.
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Parental & Family Support — Parental leave and family-building support are described as available, including maternity and paternity leave and fertility assistance. Childcare and eldercare support are also highlighted as part of the overall package.
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What We Do
Danaher is a global science and technology innovator committed to helping our customers solve complex challenges and improve quality of life around the world. A global network of more than 25 operating companies, we drive meaningful innovation in some of today’s most dynamic industries through our operating companies in four strategic platforms: Life Sciences, Diagnostics, Water Quality and Product Identification. The engine at the heart of our success is the Danaher Business System (DBS), a set of tools that enables continuous improvement around lean, growth and leadership. Through the ingenuity of our people, the power of DBS and the impact of our meaningful technologies, we help realize life’s potential in ourselves and for those we serve.
