Assistant Controller

Plexus Corp.; Buffalo Grove (IL); On-site; USD 124,000 - 186,000; Full time

Job summary

Plexus Corp. is seeking a highly capable Finance leader to support the controller in managing the site finance team and achieving organizational goals. This role is the successor to the controller and requires strong leadership and strategic insight.

You will guide performance, forecast financial outcomes, and work cross-functionally to ensure financial health of the Buffalo Grove site. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s in a relevant field with substantial experience in finance and leadership

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration required; Master’s degree preferred
• 5 years of related experience; supervisory experience may be required
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance and support on performance and risks with transparency and engagement
• Challenge the status quo and assess financial impact of changes
• Analyze profitability, prepare forecasts, and review performance vs. expectations
• Support site strategy and financial goals to deliver objectives
• Develop a high-performing team with regular feedback, mentoring and career mapping
• Lead by example to demonstrate Plexus Core Values and drive employee development

Skills

Excel

Leadership

Communication

Collaboration

Teamwork

Data storytelling

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration

Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting or Economics

Master’s degree (related field)

Tools

Google Sheets

Excel

Financial systems

Job description

About us: At Plexus, our vision is to help create the products that build a better world. Driven by a passion for excellence, we partner with leading Aerospace/Defense, Healthcare/Life Sciences and Industrial companies to design, manufacture and service some of the world’s most transformative products, including advanced surgical systems, diagnostic instruments, healthcare imaging equipment, mission critical aerospace systems, and electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions. Visit Plexus.com to learn more about our unwavering commitment to our vision.

When we invest in our people, we invest in building a better world.

With a vision rooted in the wellbeing and inclusive engagement of our team members, our customers, their end users and our communities, people are the heart of what we do and who we are. It is our values that unite us and guide us in everything that we do, including how we operate, behave and interact to foster a workplace where every team member feels valued and empowered to contribute their best.

Our values include: Growing our People, Building Belonging, Innovating Responsibly, Delivering Excellence and Creating Customer Success.

As a team member, you will engage in impactful work through global collaboration and the use of emerging technologies, join an inclusive culture where every team member is valued and working toward a greater purpose, and be empowered to reach your full potential through various development programs designed to accelerate your growth.

Plexus offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support team members' wellbeing, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, retirement savings, and opportunities for professional development. We also prioritize work-life balance and offer a variety of perks to enhance the team member experience. For more information, visit our US benefits website at usbenefits.plexus.com. Our commitment to pay range transparency fosters an equitable workplace, where everyone can feel valued. The annual compensation range for this position is stated below. The salary offered within this range will be based upon the geographic location, work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level. Salary Range:

$124,200.00 - $186,400.00

Purpose Statement: Support the controller in the management of the site finance team and the achievement of the organizational goals. Successor role to the controller.

Key Job Accountabilities

• As a trusted and valued business partner provide guidance and support on performance, identifying and mitigating risks, while maintaining transparency, open communication, and engagement.
• Challenge the status quo, identify areas for improvement, and understand the financial impact of these changes.
• Analyze and understand business profitability, prepare forecasts, focus on predictability, and review performance versus expectations, demonstrating creative approaches to financial challenges.
• Understand sector and site 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 a minimum of 5 years of experience in the related field, or a Master’s degree and at least 3 years of relevant experience. May require previous supervisory experience. A minimum of a(n) Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration is required; a(n) Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting or Economics is preferred
• 5 years of related experience is required; In addition, 5 years of progressive direct or indirect leadership of financial professionals is preferred
• An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the key job accountabilities may be considered.

Other Qualifications

• Proficiency in Google Sheets or Excel is required.
• Experience with or expertise in financial systems is strongly preferred.
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
• Excellent leadership, communication, collaboration and teamwork skills are essential.
• Data storytelling and converting data into insights are strongly preferred.

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.

We are pleased to provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities or special requirements. If you need an application accommodation, please contact us by email at [e-mail]. Please include your contact information and clearly describe how we can help you. This email is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Some offers of employment are contingent upon successfully passing a drug screen and/or background check.