US-CA Carlsbad, MANAGER, FINANCE GLOBAL OPERATIONS, Invitrogen 0776
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Position: Manager, Finance Global Operations
Date: October 24, 2006
JOB #0776
Location: Carlsbad, CA
Status: Full-time

DESCRIPTION:  Manager, Finance Global Operations (Req. 229)

Winning 7 out of 12 Life Science Industry Awards in 2006 was resounding confirmation of our achievements from the scientific community. Forbes named us to their list of the best biggest companies in America and Business 2.0 ranked us in the 100 fastest growing tech companies. And the list goes on. 

Proud? You bet! Because behind it all, you will find our passionate people collaborating closely on the next industry breakthroughs. Every day we discover, invent and continue our quest, all in the name of science. The work is challenging, the rewards are exhilarating and the people are inspiring. 

Position Summary

The Manager, Finance Global Operations will support our Global Operations in developing and refining a cost model that measures Global Operations Spend. In addition, this position will ensure Cost Accounting practices and methodologies are common and consistent across all manufacturing sites. 

Position Details

This position will develop operating mechanisms and processes to measure/track global inventory, productivity, capital base cost and operating expense. The selected candidate will lead annual strategic and operating plan preparation; identify and coordinate resolution of out-of-plan expense items; and ensure that cost accounting practices and methodologies are consistent across all manufacturing sites. Working with divisional finance, coordinate monthly reporting, budget analysis and metric review.

Education Requirements

B.A. in Business is required. M.B.A. is preferred.

Experience Requirements

A minimum of 7 years in operations finance/cost accounting is required. Prior experience in a leadership role as well as overseeing a global operations budget of more than $250M are necessary. The selected candidate must be an expert cost accountant familiar with current best practices in operations finance/cost accounting. Experience with international accounting operations in a multi-site environment is required. Effectiveness in this role requires a thorough working knowledge of accounting systems, policies and procedures and understanding of the organization’s structure and business objectives.

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