Plant Controller: Lead Financial Performance in Automotive

Brio Energy; Ciudad Juárez; On-site; MXN 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Leggett Dynamics is seeking a Branch/Plant Controller to lead the financial planning cycle and oversee accounting and finance for multiple locations in our industrial manufacturing environment in Mexico. You will drive cost competitiveness, manage financial close, and ensure statutory and audit compliance.

The role requires a post-secondary degree (CMA/CPA), 10+ years of experience in finance/accounting (5+ in management), and strong leadership with excellent communication.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary degree from an accredited University in Accounting, Finance, Business or related; Professional designation (CMA, CPA); MBA preferred.
• 10+ years of finance and accounting experience in an industrial manufacturing environment in Mexico, with at least 5 years of managerial experience; Automotive experience preferred.
• Experience in financial close, internal controls, internal and external audit management, ad hoc analysis, management reporting, accounting standards (GAAP, IFRS), taxation, treasury, working capital, payroll, cash flow management, costing and financial planning (forecasting, budget, long range planning).
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize work.
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication skills and leadership abilities, employee development experience

Responsibilities

• Lead the financial planning cycle for the branch/plant, providing inputs and reviews for revenue, material, headcount, plant expenses, and working capital.
• Increase cost competitiveness and overall branch/plant performance.
• Lead full scope of accounting and finance processes for a branch or collection of branches.
• Take a leading role in the financial close and reconciliation process, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Ensure local statutory reporting and tax authority requirements are met; maintain internal controls and lead audits.
• Serve as primary contact with Corporate Accounting for reporting needs.
• Lead, develop, and coach local accounting and finance team.

Skills

Financial planning

Leadership

Accounting & finance experience

GAAP/IFRS knowledge

Communication

Time management

Education

Post-secondary degree in Accounting/Finance/Business

CMA/CPA

MBA preferred

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

Leggett Dynamics is seeking a Branch/Plant Controller to lead the financial planning cycle and oversee accounting and finance for multiple locations in our industrial manufacturing environment in Mexico. You will drive cost competitiveness, manage financial close, and ensure statutory and audit compliance.

The role requires a post-secondary degree (CMA/CPA), 10+ years of experience in finance/accounting (5+ in management), and strong leadership with excellent communication.