Plant Controller

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 Physical Setting: * Office Schedule: * Day shift * Monday to Friday * Weekends as needed Supplemental Pay: * Bonus opportunities * Performance bonus * Yearly bonus Ability to Relocate: * Minnesota: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person