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Job Description
At Premier Research Labs (PRL), our mission is to transform global wellness by setting extraordinary standards of quality and innovation—empowering practitioners, patients, and conscious consumers to achieve optimal vitality within a united community. The Controller plays a pivotal role in realizing that mission through financial integrity and operational excellence. Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, this position serves as the financial steward of PRL’s accounting and manufacturing operations, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and transparency in every financial process. Rooted in PRL’s values of Transformation, Extraordinary, and Community, the Controller ensures that PRL’s financial infrastructure reflects the same uncompromising standards as its products. This leader drives continuous improvement across accounting, cost control, and ERP systems, creating clarity and confidence in financial performance at every level. Key ResponsibilitiesFinancial Accounting & Compliance
Oversee the full general ledger, monthly close, and financial reporting process, ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP and internal policies.
Maintain and continuously improve internal control frameworks, ensuring the integrity of PRL’s accounting systems.
Lead annual audit preparation and coordination with external auditors; ensure all reconciliations and documentation meet audit and compliance standards.
Manage journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations across divisions to ensure data integrity and accuracy.
Manufacturing Cost Accounting & Inventory Control
Own all aspects of standard cost development (materials, labor, overhead), ensuring BOM and routing accuracy through close collaboration with Operations.
Analyze cost variances (Labor efficiency, yield, absorption) and partner with manufacturing leaders to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
Lead inventory valuation, control, and audit processes, including cycle counts, obsolescence reserves, and ERP-to-GL reconciliation.
Provide financial insights on production efficiency, scrap, yield, and throughput, quantifying the impact of operational improvements.
Treasury, Cash Flow, & Risk Management
Oversee daily cash management, banking relationships, and weekly cash forecasting.
Support leadership in working capital optimization, liquidity management, and credit risk oversight.
Coordinate annual insurance renewals, policy reviews, and ensure compliance with insurance and risk-mitigation requirements.
Maintain oversight of credit policies, customer terms, and collection practices to protect cash flow and minimize risk.
Financial Systems, Controls & Process Improvement
Serve as the owner of ERP accounting configuration, including chart of accounts, cost centers, item costing, and approval workflows.
Design, test, and monitor internal controls across purchasing, payables, payroll, and inventory processes to safeguard assets.
Partner with IT and Operations to drive automation, data accuracy, and process efficiency throughout financial and manufacturing systems.
Financial Reporting & Analysis
Deliver timely, accurate, and comprehensive monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for executive review.
Provide detailed variance analysis, margin reporting, cost-per-unit insights, and product profitability evaluations to support informed decision-making.
Collaborate directly with the CEO and cross-functional leaders to integrate historical performance into forecasting, budgeting, and long-range planning.
Leadership & Team Development
Lead, mentor, and develop the Accounting function, including AP, AR, GL, and Cost Accounting.
Establish clear performance expectations, training plans, and professional development pathways.
Foster a culture of excellence, accountability, transparency, and cross-functional collaboration.
Partner with Operations, Supply Chain, Quality, and HR to ensure cross-functional alignment and continuous improvement.
Education & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline.
CPA or CMA certification preferred.
Minimum 7–10 years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 5 years in a manufacturing or consumer goods environment.
Proven success implementing standard costing, inventory control, and internal accounting systems.
Experience managing audits, ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, or Dynamics), and cross-functional financial processes.
Strong working knowledge of U.S. GAAP, cost accounting, and operational finance within a regulated manufacturing setting.
Core CompetenciesTransformation: Continuously improves financial processes and systems to enhance scalability, accuracy, and strategic readiness.Extraordinary: Upholds exceptional standards of precision, accountability, and integrity in all financial operations.Community: Builds trust through transparent collaboration and servant leadership—partnering cross-functionally to achieve shared goals.Operational Excellence: Translates complex financial data into actionable insights that drive performance and quality improvements.Ethical Stewardship: Demonstrates unwavering integrity in financial reporting, compliance, and fiduciary responsibility.Analytical Decision-Making: Uses data-driven insights to inform operational and cost decisions that enhance profitability and efficiency. Work EnvironmentThe Controller will primarily work from PRL’s Austin, TX headquarters, collaborating closely with Finance, Operations, and Supply Chain teams. Occasional travel or vendor audits may be required. The role embodies PRL’s culture—where every team member contributes to transforming health and building community. Work ScheduleStandard business hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, with flexibility for close cycles, audits, and leadership meetings as necessary. This role has an expected salary range of per year, commensurate with experience and skills.
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Company: Premier Research Labs
Position: Controller
Work Location: Austin
Country: US
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