Assistant Controller

Des Moines, IA, USA

Full-time

Company Description

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins laboratories work with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate.

The Eurofins network of companies is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience Contract Research Organization services. It is one of the market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies, as well as having an emerging global presence in Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations.

It also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialized and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products.

In over 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 58,000 staff across a decentralized and entrepreneurial network of 900 laboratories in over 54 countries. Eurofins companies offer a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products.

In 2024, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR € 6,515 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.

Eurofins Assurance US provides services including globally recognized, accredited auditing and certification; training; and consulting services - that are focused on process optimization, risk reduction, and compliance in the food, feed, agri, healthcare and consumer products sector. Services provide customized, strategic solutions designed specifically to solve industry challenges and promote informed, unbiased business decisions. Eurofins maintains an uncompromising commitment to quality and client service.

Assistant Controller responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following
:

• Assist in the preparation and analysis of monthly financial results and position across multiple business units in collaboration with the National Service Center finance team.

• Prepare and maintain financial reports, dashboards, and KPIs to monitor key operational, client, and financial metrics.

• Support development and consolidation of periodic forecasts.

• Perform variance analysis and help develop actionable insights to improve performance.

• Review journal entries, account reconciliations, and monthly close processes for accuracy and completeness.

• Support management of transactional processing functions including A/P, A/R, billing, payroll, and general ledger maintenance and in relation with the business (account manager, program coordinator, etc…)

• Participate in process improvement initiatives to streamline financial operations and reporting.

• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and internal controls.

• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to all policies established by Eurofins and its clients.

• Demonstrate strong analytical and problem-solving skills in all areas of responsibility.

• Promote and exemplify the company’s vision and values in day-to-day operations.

• Ensure timely and accurate transaction processing in support of business operations.

• Assist in audits and regulatory reporting as required.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Accounting and Financial Management – A solid working understanding of core accounting principles and financial measurement and management.

• Analysis and Technology Tools – Advanced knowledge on analysis methods and applicable technology tools, including Excel and basic database applications to support business operations through financial and KPI measurement and management.

• Administration and Management — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic…