Controller at Plexus in Guadalajara, Mexico

Controller

Location: Guadalajara, Mexico

Purpose Statement: Leads the execution of the financial processes and deliverables of the site. Ensures that site financial and operational objectives are met, financial results for the site are accurately reported and corporate policies and procedures are followed. Develops plans and procedures to reduce site exposure to financial risk.

Key Job Accountabilities:

• Drive the financial performance of the site, identifying and mitigating risks, while maintaining transparency, open communication, and engagement.
• Analyze, understand and drive improvement in business profitability. Be responsible for the site forecast and the level of predictability. Review performance versus expectations, identify areas for improvement, challenge the status quo, and deliver creative solutions to financial challenges.
• Review and ensure accuracy of the general ledger and financial statement reporting. Have a comprehensive understanding of all activities and balances while implementing and maintaining site financial control systems to ensure compliance with corporate policies and procedures, and to reduce site exposure to financial risk.
• Determine and drive alignment on site and sector strategy, financial goals, and objectives, and support efforts to deliver these objectives and goals.
• Develop a high-performing team, providing regular feedback, and focus on mentoring, personal and career development, succession planning and career mapping.
• Responsible to exemplify and hold their team accountable to demonstrating the Plexus Core Values. Leader will focus on evaluating potential, driving succession planning, and ensuring their employees receive the development and coaching required to realize their full potential.

Education/Experience Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree and 8 - 10+ years of experience in the related field, or a Master’s degree and at least 5 years of experience in the related field. Previous experience in a management role is required. A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field is required; a Bachelor’s degree or higher in Accounting, Finance or related field is preferred.
• Five (5) years of related experience is required; One (1) or more years of related experience is preferred.
• Three (3) to Five (5) years in a financial or accounting supervisory position in required.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the key job accountabilities may be considered.

Other Qualifications:

• Employee must be self-motivated with the ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
• Excellent leadership, communication and organizational skills are essential.
• Employee must have a solid understanding of financial analysis techniques, costing methods and GAAP principles.
• Employee must work safely at all times and maintain confidentiality of all company and customer information.
• General office equipment and materials.

Physical Requirements:

• Professional office environment with suitable lighting, comfortable temperatures, and low noise level. May require prolonged periods of sitting at a desk, using a computer, and other office equipment. Minimal physical activity is generally involved, emphasizing the importance of good posture and ergonomic workplace arrangements.

Travel Requirements:

• N/A

This document does not represent a contract of employment and is not intended to capture every possible assignment the incumbent could be asked to perform.