Corporate Controller

  • Mercy BioAnalytics
  • Waltham, Massachusetts
  • Full Time

Mercy BioAnalytics, Inc., is a biotechnology company dedicated to reducing suffering and saving lives through the early detection of cancer. Backed by extensive clinical validation, we are advancing one of the most important innovations in modern medicine: detecting cancer at its earliest, most treatable stages through a simple blood draw.

We are looking for a passionate individual to join our finance team, whose mission is to help us lay the foundation for the financial infrastructure we will build as the company scales.

The Corporate Controller is a high-impact leadership role that partners closely with senior executives and serves as the primary liaison to key external stakeholders, including auditors and advisors. Candidates for this position must enjoy working for a fast-paced, innovative company, be able to work in a highly collaborative and teamwork-oriented environment and exhibit a passion for being a part of our life-saving mission.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead and manage all aspects of accounting, including maintenance of the chart of accounts, general ledger, and the month end close process
  • Responsible for overseeing accounts payable, cost accounting for inventory, and payroll
  • Compile timely, complete, and accurate consolidated month-end, quarter-end, and year-end financial statements, including the ability to interpret financial data and make strategic recommendations
  • Ensure compliance with U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) including ASC606 and ASC808
  • Providing the team with financial planning and analysis support, including monthly and quarterly analysis, as well as compilation of the annual budget and long-range plan
  • In collaboration with the CFO and operations team, implement complete inventory management and assist with billing function to be integrated with the organization's systems
  • Accounting for complex areas including inventory, capitalized software, and revenue recognition, including gross to net accounting
  • Implement the technology to drive efficiencies and ensure accuracy
  • Implement internal controls, including enterprise risk management program
  • Prepare and issue materials for Board and Audit Committee meetings
  • Be the point person for the outside independent third-party tax and audit firms
  • Prepare and analyze management materials and help to identify financial risks and opportunities, developing strategies to mitigate risks and capitalize on opportunities
  • Assist with governance matters, including financial regulations and standards such as Open Payments program reporting
  • Assist with treasury, tax, capital structure planning, and resource management

Requirements:

  • Bachelor or Master's Degree in Accounting or Finance
  • CPA certification, active license status preferred
  • 10+ years of progressive finance experience, including significant leadership experience in life sciences, diagnostics, healthcare, or other highly regulated industries. Proven success supporting organizational growth, strategic planning, and cross-functional decision-making. Strong and extensive knowledge of GAAP, internal controls, and analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Has worked in a public company environment and supported a commercial launch
  • Attention to detail, demonstrated integrity, and professionalism
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills as well as interpersonal skills
  • Ability to produce high-quality materials within tight timeframes and simultaneously manage several projects and prioritize diverse tasks
  • Leadership experience in organizing, planning, and executing projects from conceptualization through implementation across multiple internal and external reporting and organizational lines
  • Strategic thinking and leadership experience with an emphasis on relationship management and communication at all levels within an organization. Facilitate and coordinate multiple deadlines, create cohesive teams, and respond quickly to management requests
  • Life science accounting experience preferred
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities

Hiring Manager: Chief Financial Officer

Location: Hybrid (Waltham, MA Office)

Status: Full Time

JOB ID: GA004

Base Salary Range: $203,000 - 220,469

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Job ID: 522991899
Originally Posted on: 5/30/2026

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