Who We Are

BioMarin is a global biotechnology company that relentlessly pursues bold science to translate genetic discoveries into new medicines that advance the future of human health.

Since our founding in 1997, we have applied our scientific expertise in understanding the underlying causes of genetic conditions to create transformative medicines, using a number of treatment modalities.

Using our unparalleled expertise in genetics and molecular biology, we develop medicines for patients with significant unmet medical need. We enlist the best of the best – people with the right technical expertise and a relentless drive to solve real problems – and create an environment that empowers our teams to pursue bold, innovative science. With this distinctive approach to drug discovery, we’ve produced a diverse pipeline of commercial, clinical and preclinical candidates that have well-understood biology and provide an opportunity to be first-to-market or offer a substantial benefit over existing therapeutic options.

About Corporate Groups

It takes a village, and at BioMarin our corporate groups are the people behind our success. Groups such as IT, Finance, Legal, Global Compliance & Ethics, and our People Team provide foundational support of all areas of operation at BioMarin.

Note: This description is not intended to be all-inclusive, or a limitation of the duties of the position. It is intended to describe the general nature of the job that may include other duties as assumed or assigned.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Summary Description

The Latin America Controller leads the regional Controllership function, overseeing financial operations across multiple countries. This role ensures compliance, drives operational efficiency, and acts as a strategic partner to the business. The Controller manages a team of four direct reports and is responsible for accounting, accounts payable, tax, payroll, and statutory compliance.
The Controller will also manage the relationship with the key outsource provider, who manages operational finance activities in the region. On an ad-hoc basis, the Controller will be required to manage key projects within the region as they relate to financial reporting.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Governance

• Lead the Finance team for Latin America, fostering a high-performance culture and cross-functional collaboration.
• Manage a team of four, overseeing their tasks, providing coaching, and ensuring they achieve their goals

Financial Operations & Compliance

• Oversee local financial reporting, accounting, and statutory compliance across Latin America.
• Review month and quarterly close under US GAAP;
• Review and report SoX quarterly controls as per Global PBC
• Ensure timely and accurate month-end close,
• Supervise internal controls, external audits, and risk mitigation processes.
• Review Journal entries

Strategic Initiatives

• Lead transformation projects from the perspective of LATAM Finance
• Implement tax planning strategies and manage VAT-related projects, generating significant annual savings. Lead the project to make sure tax compliance given the upcoming Brazilian Tax reform;

Process Optimization & Cost Management

• Interact with Global Sourcing Team as to make sure the region has proper oversight provided by that group
• Manage relationship with Finance third party service providers
• Drive initiatives for time and cost savings within the finance function, including process improvements and automation

Treasury & Cash Management

• Manage liquidity and treasury operations for the region fully aligned with Global Treasury
• Approve banking payments and payroll across Latin America.

Performance Management

• Establish KPIs and metrics to monitor Finance team effectiveness, including outsourced operations.

Education and Experience

• Accounting/Business, IT, or other related accounting qualifications
• Have previous experience in Accounting in a multi-national organisation.
• Have previous experience in SAP and Ariba
• Strong interpersonal and organisational skills
• Strong analytical skills
• Management experience preferred
• Proficient on Microsoft office especially Excel/Word/Outlook

Note: This description is not intended to be all-inclusive or a limitation of the duties of the position.  It is intended to describe the general nature of the job that may include other duties as assumed or assigned We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.