North Cove Plant Controller

This is where you save and sustain livesAt Baxter, we are deeply connected by our mission. No matter your role at Baxter, your work makes a positive impact on people around the world. You'll feel a sense of purpose throughout the organization, as we know our work improves outcomes for millions of patients.Baxter's products and therapies are found in almost every hospital worldwide, in clinics and in the home. For over 85 years, we have pioneered significant medical innovations that transform healthcare.Together, we create a place where we are happy, successful and inspire each other. This is where you can do your best work.Join us at the intersection of saving and sustaining lives- where your purpose accelerates our mission.Your Role at Baxter:The Plant Controller for Marion, NC, assumes the role of Chief Financial Officer (CFO) for the plant's end-to-end supply chain. Reporting directly to the MPT Devices/North Cove Group Controller and indirectly to the North Cove VP of Operations, this role oversees an annual budget of $412M in value of production, $78M Capex, and $15M of inventory. The plant has a workforce of 2,151 direct and 768 indirect employees.What You'll Be Doing:Provides oversight of all plant related GAAP, SOX and Baxter policy requirements and has ultimate responsibility for their plant's financial records (P&L and BS).Provides relevant, accurate and timely communication of financial performance (past, present, and future). Includes oversight of month end closing, the submission of weekly pulses, the preparation of quarterly forecasts and budgets (annual and long-range plans).Maximizes financial performance through analysis, guidance, and accountability.Identify trends and opportunities for continuous improvement (both financial and operational).Develop and execute action plans to drive profitable growth.Improves financial performance through analysis, mentorship, and accountability. Achieves committed financial results for KPIs including manufacturing variances, operating income, cash flow, capital investments and value improvement projects (VIP).Actively liaise with process business partners (FP&A COE, FPO, BBS, Global ISC) in the pursuit of more efficient and effective ways to fulfill the Plant Controller's responsibilities.Actively develops the financial savvy of finance and non-finance team members.What You'll Bring:Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance (or country equivalent) required.CPA and/or MBA preferred.10 plus years of experience in manufacturing or supply chain finance.Background in standard costing, budget management and capital analysis and control.Has effectively communicated at all levels of the organization in both formal and informal environments.Experience in a global, diverse matrixed organization.Maintains a strong presence, with the ability to manage indirect reporting relationships.Experience working with Lean concepts and tools is preferred.Equal Employment OpportunityBaxter is an equal opportunity employer. Baxter evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability/handicap status or any other legally protected characteristic.Reasonable AccommodationsBaxter is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities globally. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or interview process, please let us know the nature of your request along with your contact information.

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