TE Connectivity currently is seeking a Plant Controller to handle two manufacturing sites in Plymouth, Minnesota. The purpose of this role is to provide FP&A, costing and analytical support to both sites. Responsible for providing financial support and performance analysis to the global/regional operations and plant management teams.

The role requires an exceptional business partner to drive organizational success through the development and execution of financial strategies. Key responsibilities include managing a team of operational financial analysts/plant controllers, consolidation and analysis of actual results/forecasts/budgets, conducting monthly plant reviews, product/conversion/material productivity analysis, driving freight/inventory reductions, and supporting capital investments. The position also requires coordination with the regional/global BU supply chain team.

The position will report to the Sr Manager Commercial/PM Finance, focused on FP&A, std. costing, variance analysis, monthly close, spend control and analysis, as well as reporting and process improvements. The candidate will act as Finance lead representing the site on day-to-day activities:

• Experience in SAP ERP, std. cost setting, variance analysis, FP&A (budgeting/forecasting)
• Strong understanding of manufacturing environments
• Excellent analytical skills. Ability to identify and resolve problems.
• Strong communication abilities
• Ability to work in culturally diverse teams
• Capable of working under high pressure and high accountability

Key Requirements

• Be a Subject Matter Expert for costing related topics, develop skills & knowledge on other personnel
• Responsible for internal control environment
• Support the site financially, guide through a strong analysis the team to impact the results.
• Act as senior team member
• Full budgeting and forecasting ownership of the site, high accuracy is required
• Complete required close activities
• Produce daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual reports required
• Developing and maintaining working familiarity with applicable laws, regulations and interpretations governing financial statements, including strong knowledge of Free Trade Zone regulations
• Ensure the accuracy and completeness of financial reports generated through ERP systems, the accuracy of the std. costing process and evaluation of manufacturing variances
• Identify and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives assuring the site net productivity goals
• Ensure strong working knowledge of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), providing inputs to continuously improve performance benchmarks
• Build strong relationship with key stakeholders

Requirements

Education

• Undergraduate degree in Finance / Accounting or MBA w/ Finance/Accounting Experience

Experience

• 7+ years of relevant experience.
• Diversified Industrial Products/Manufacturing industry experience preferred/Medical Device industry experience is a plus
• Prior experience in std. cost setting, cost accounting and FP&A senior roles
• Finance partnership to Plant Managers

Other

• Strong written and oral communication ability
• High level of ownership and accountability
• Strong leadership and teamwork
• Strong accounting background

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $106,960.00 - $160,400.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Relocation assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 7 years

Physical setting:

• Office

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus opportunities
• Performance bonus
• Yearly bonus

Ability to Relocate:

• Minnesota: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person