Specialty laboratories, is now part of Quest Diagnostics, the nations leading provider of diagnostic testing information and services that patients and physicians need to make better healthcare decisions.
Joining these two companies together provides improved convenience and accessibility of diagnostics testing services, expanded diagnostic test development, and enhanced local testing capabilities. In addition, more
robust healthcare information technology products and services for our customers.

Specialty Laboratories is one of the largest esoteric medical laboratories in the United States. Since 1975 the company has enjoyed solid growth through scientific innovation and superior service. Located in Valencia, California in a new custom designed, 200,000 square foot facility. 

Within the Valencia facility are a wide variety of clinical laboratories, conducting a wide variety of assays. Among the specialty areas are Molecular Biology, Cellular Immunology, Tissue Culture, Flow Cytometry, Molecular Genetics, Cytogenetics, Microbiology, and Chemistry. The site also hosts a Clinical Trials Department and a Research & Development Group.

Specialty Laboratories is seeking applicants for the position of Assistant Controller, in our Accounting Dept., Qualified applicants will be invited to interview, for an immediate start date. Under the direction of the Controller,The Assistant Controller will direct the Accounting department consisting of three Staff Accountants, to ensure timely financial reporting and control.  In this role the successful candidate will support month-end close activities, prepare calculations, review journal entries, balance sheet, P&L, and reconciliations for various expense accounts. Essential duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to;  Complete filings and schedules from external institutions. Support audit request, and adhoc request as required.   Completes special projects as required.

BA/BS in Finance, business, or related field with an emphasis in Accounting.  MBA preferred, CPA required. At least 6- plus years of general accounting and financial planning experience with at least 3 years in a managerial role a must.  Experience in a laboratory testing environment, or in a service oriented industry as an Assistant  Controller preferred.  Must have the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and projects and meet short deadlines. Strong management and interpersonal skills, with superior influencing and relationship management skills required. Ability to highlight issues or problems and convey complex thoughts, written and oral, in a clear concise and timely manner. Proactively participates in company and business unit initiatives.  Strong leadership including team building and empowerment skills as well as ability to communicate technical issues to executive leadership and front line employees. Experience with project management. Six Sigma and process excellence. Experience working in a matrix environment. Experience with all of the following Microsoft office applications: Excel, Word, Outlook, Powerpoint, and Access.

Along with competitive salaries and a variety of options for work scheduling, regular full time employees who work at least 32 hours per week are eligible for Health and Dental plans, a vision plan and a 401(k) retirement plan - all of which include company contributions. There are also disability insurance plans, healthcare spending accounts and college savings accounts available. The company also subsidizes over two dozen van pools which transport employees from all over the greater Los Angeles area. 

Specialty Laboratories is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or Vietnam era, or other eligible veteran status, or any other protected factor.