Lonza America Inc

Assistant Controller

Lonza America Inc$80K — $110K *
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required; master’s degree is a plus
  • 3–5 years of experience in accounting, finance, or business services, preferably in a multinational manufacturing or life sciences environment
  • Experience working with finance leadership and cross-functional teams
  • Strong analytical and financial modeling skills
  • Effective communication skills in a fast-paced environment
  • Detail-oriented with a hands-on, problem-solving mindset
  • Experience with ERP systems, preferably SAP, and strong MS Office skills

Responsibilities

  • Support the Head of Finance with financial analysis, reporting, and strategic initiatives
  • Collaborate with local and regional management teams to help deliver business objectives
  • Assist with financial and management accounting per IFRS and internal accounting guidelines
  • Partner with business teams to track and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) related to cost control
  • Support month-end close activities and financial reporting processes
  • Coordinate with site and service center teams on budgeting, forecasting, business modeling, and variance analysis
  • Provide analytical support for pricing, contract negotiations, project evaluation, costing, and performance tracking

Benefits

  • An agile career and dynamic working culture
  • An inclusive and ethical workplace
  • Compensation programs that recognize high performance
  • Medical, dental and vision insurance
  • Paid time off
  • And much more
Full Job Description

Assistant ControllerLocation: Pearland, TX
The Assistant Controller plays a key role in providing financial and analytical support to the site. This position supports ongoing financial analysis, reporting, and functional activities while ensuring accuracy and consistency in financial operations. The role involves applying professional judgment within established practices and policies to support effective decision-making and deliver reliable results.What You Will Get
  • An agile career and dynamic working culture
  • An inclusive and ethical workplace
  • Compensation programs that recognize high performance
  • Medical, dental and vision insurance
  • Paid time off
  • And much more
What You Will Do
  • Support the Head of Finance with financial analysis, reporting, and strategic initiatives
  • Collaborate with local and regional management teams to help deliver business objectives
  • Assist with financial and management accounting in accordance with IFRS and internal accounting guidelines (FAM)
  • Partner with business teams to track and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) related to cost control
  • Support month-end close activities and financial reporting processes
  • Coordinate with site and service center teams on budgeting, forecasting, business modeling, and variance analysis
  • Provide analytical support for pricing, contract negotiations, project evaluation, costing, and performance tracking
What We Are Looking For
  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required; master’s degree is a plus
  • 3–5 years of experience in accounting, finance, or business services, preferably in a multinational manufacturing or life sciences environment
  • Experience working with finance leadership and cross-functional teams
  • Strong analytical and financial modeling skills
  • Effective communication skills and ability to work in a fast-paced, evolving environment
  • Detail-oriented with a hands-on, problem-solving mindset
  • Experience with ERP systems (SAP preferred, BW beneficial) and strong MS Office skills
  • Exposure to SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC) is a plus; training will be provided
  • Ability to collaborate across global teams and adjust working hours as business needs require
  • High standards of ethics, integrity, and professionalism

About Lonza America Inc

Lonza America Inc is a subsidiary of Lonza Group, a Swiss multinational company that provides products and services to the pharmaceutical, biotech, and specialty ingredients markets. Lonza America Inc is responsible for the North American market and offers a range of products and services, including custom manufacturing, research and development, and quality control testing. The company has a strong focus on sustainability and has implemented various initiatives to reduce its environmental impact. Lonza America Inc was founded in 1897 and has since grown to become a leading provider of products and services in the pharmaceutical and biotech industries.
Learn more about Lonza America Inc
Size
16,218 employees
Industry
NASDAQ

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