nanoComposix is a Fortis Life Sciences company specializing in R&D and manufacturing of innovative nanomaterials for research and commercial markets supporting medical devices and pharmaceuticals. We manufacture hundreds of different variants of metal and metal-oxide core/shell nanocomposites for a wide range of applications including clinical diagnostics, medical devices, biosensors, and optical effects. Our mission is to help our clients maximize the benefits of nanotechnology through the use of precisely engineered, highly characterized nanomaterials, and to support bringing nano-enabled products to market.  

We have an incredibly talented group of intelligent, down-to-earth individuals who are committed to developing and manufacturing only the highest quality products.  Our mission: “Pursuing a Healthier World by Creating Tomorrow’s Science Today”

Accounting: Oversee accounting team ensuring accuracy and efficiency by planning, directing and coordinating all accounting activities.  Build effective team dynamic by mentoring and developing existing nanoComposix accounting team - define and lead all accounting operations relating to day-to-day AP, AR, cash management, inventory costing and other key deliverables.  Ensure appropriate financial and process controls, develop and implement accounting policy and training.  Support transactional processing and recording in accord with US GAAP, including full responsibility for:

• Month end accounting close and supporting reporting packages
• Accounts receivable, payable and cash management
• Cost of Goods and inventory reconciliation and management – cycle counts, costing, etc. 
• Accruals, prepaids and deferrals.
• Balance sheet review and account reconciliations
• Leads the team in developing and improving standard accounting related activities 
• Understands key drivers and trends in company performance and can effectively communicate results to the executive team
• Tax and Audit related support as necessary

Financial Systems and Processes: Administer the Infrastructure for proper control and scalability of the financial recordkeeping, purchasing, disbursement and payroll functions, including:

• Provide chart of account maintenance, support transactional processing and nanoComposix business with upcoming ERP implementation from Quickbooks
• The identification of key requirements, evaluation, selection and implementation/integration of systems necessary for both control and scalability – expense control, cash management
• The design and development of policies and procedures that accompany key systems, and which may integrate with non-financial systems for improved control over the use of cash
• Ongoing support provided to local leadership team in regard to necessary business metrics and analysis

Education / Background

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance, MBA desirable.
• 10 years of relevant accounting and/or financial planning experience.
• Mix of both public accounting and private experience, Biotech experience desirable, private equity experience a plus.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Strong excel skills: the ability to roll up (or down) and convey critical information crisply
• Strong familiarity with GAAP and current proclamations
• Self-directed, collaborative and team-oriented
• Resourceful and comfortable with the unknown – not afraid to Google
• Basic understanding of government accounting and billing is desirable.

What We Offer

We have an incredibly talented group of intelligent, down-to-earth individuals who are committed to developing and manufacturing only the highest quality products.  Our mission: “Pursuing a Healthier World by Creating Tomorrow’s Science Today” is complemented by our core values:

§  Customer First - We prioritize the experience and outcomes of our customers above all.

§  Integrity - We are honest and accountable, holding ourselves to a high standard of ethical conduct.

§  Trust - We believe an engaged, empowered team begins with a foundation of trust. We trust our team members to make the right decisions and to be driven by and evaluated on results.

§  Entrepreneurship - We encourage smart risk taking. We value novel mistakes in the pursuit of innovation.

§  Excellence - We believe in solving for root cause. No shortcuts, no “band-aids”.

Fortis provides a competitive salary, success-sharing bonus plan, medical, dental, disability and life insurance, and a 401(k) plan. We are an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.   We are an E-Verify Employer in the United States.