Benaroya Research Institute

Controller

The Benaroya Research Institute at Virginia Mason (BRI) is a center of scientific excellence in research and therapy of autoimmune diseases, such as diabetes and arthritis, and promotes interdisciplinary research in cancer and heart disease through innovative programs in molecular genetics and matrix biology. A not-for-profit organization, BRI is funded through support from government, corporate, philanthropic donors and associations. BRI offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits.

This position provides a challenging opportunity to be responsible for hands-on production of financial statements, working with federal grants and pharmaceutical contracts and dealing with day-to-day accounting operations and reporting. This position supervises five employees within the Accounting Department. The individual makes recommendations concerning long range strategic planning, but is not responsible for the planning. Must have strong decision making and independent judgment skills. Experience in federal funding, health care, research, not-for-profit, Navision, and public accounting are highly valued. Advanced Excel skills and ability to use report writing software required. Must have a bachelor’s degree in accounting, possess professional accreditation such as a CMA or CPA, 7 years of progressive accounting experience and at least one year of supervisory experience.

EEO – M/F

Benaroya Research Institute
Attn: Human Resources
1201 Ninth Avenue
Seattle, WA 98101-2795
Fax: 206-341-1315
Email: jobs@benaroyaresearch.org

Benaroya Research Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Submitted: 02/08/2006