Plant Controller

RXinsider LTD.; Goleta (CA); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 205,000; Full time

Job summary

B. Braun is seeking a Plant Controller to lead all financial and accounting operations at the site, balancing strategic leadership with day-to-day accounting tasks. You will guide month-end close, budgeting, cash forecasting, and internal controls while partnering with leadership to drive financial insight.

The role requires a hands-on approach in a manufacturing environment, ensuring accurate reporting and supporting business decisions with thorough analyses and cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business with an emphasis in Accounting; Master’s degree preferred.
• 10 years related experience and/or training; 3+ years as Accounting Manager or Controller preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and manages monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting close processes.
• Oversees the preparation of financial statements and filings in compliance with GMP.
• Conducts ad hoc analyses of the plant's finances and prepares reports to facilitate decision making.
• Develops internal controls and oversees audits of policies and procedures.

Skills

Problem Solving

Oral Communication

Business Acumen

Team Work

Cost Consciousness

Dependability

Professionalism

Education

Bachelor's degree BA/BS in Business with Accounting emphasis

Master’s degree preferred

10 years related experience and/or training

3+ years as Accounting Manager or Controller

Tools

QuickBooks

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Summary

The Plant Controller is responsible for leading all financial and accounting operations for the site, ensuring accurate financial reporting, effective budgeting and cash management, strong internal controls, and compliance with applicable accounting standards. In a small, collaborative manufacturing environment, this role serves as a strategic business partner, working closely with internal departments, external partners and leadership to provide financial insight, improve processes, and support business decisions. The Plant Controller is expected to be hands‑on, balancing strategic leadership with day-to-day accounting responsibilities as needed, including month‑end close, financial analysis, AP/AR oversight, reconciliations, cash forecasting, and team leadership, while contributing to cross‑functional initiatives and other duties as assigned.

Essential Duties

• Coordinates and manages monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting close processes.
• Oversees the preparation of financial statements and filings in compliance with GMP.
• Conducts ad hoc analyses of the plant's finances and prepares reports to facilitate decision making.
• Develops internal controls and oversees audits of policies and procedures meant to preserve the plant's assets.
• Manages budgeting and cash management activities.
• May be responsible for personnel actions including hiring, performance management and termination.
• The job function listed is not exhaustive and shall also include any responsibilities as assigned by the Supervisor from time to time.
• Monitors and analyzes department work to develop more efficient procedures and use of resources while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
• Advises staff regarding the handling of non‑routine reporting transactions.
• In the absence of other accounting staff resources, the Accounting Manager will be responsible for all aspects of AP, AR, Cash forecasting, Reconciliations and month‑end procedures.

The job function listed is not exhaustive and shall also include any responsibilities as assigned by the Supervisor from time to time.

Compensation

$180,000 - $205,000/ Annually and is eligiable for a 15% annualized bonus.

Competencies

• Problem Solving- Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner: Gathers and analyzes information skillfully: Develops alternative solutions: Works well in group problem solving situations: Uses intuition and experience to complement data
• Oral Communication- Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations: Listens and gets clarification: Responds well to questions: Demonstrates group presentation skills: Participates in meetings
• Business Acumen- Understands business implications of decisions: Displays orientation to profitability: Demonstrates knowledge of market and competition: Aligns work with strategic goals
• Team Work - Balances team and individual responsibilities and contributes to building a positive team.
• Cost Consciousness - Conserves organizational resources.
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction.
• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner and reacts well under pressure and follows through on commitments.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience

Bachelor's degree BA/BS in Business with an emphasis in Accounting, Master’s degree preferred; 10 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. 3+ years as an Accounting Manager or Controller preferred.

Computer Skills

Must be PC proficient and able to thrive in a fast -pace setting. Quickbooks and Microsoft Excel experience required.

Language

Demonstrate ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals; effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

Math

Demonstrate ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

Reasoning

Demonstrate ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to work near moving mechanical parts and outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

The targeted range for this role takes into account a range of factors that are considered when making compensation and hiring decisions; included but not limited to: skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The range provided is a reasonable estimate.

B. Braun offers an excellent benefits package, which includes healthcare, a 401(k) plan, and tuition reimbursement. To learn more about B. Braun and our safety healthcare products or view a listing of our employment opportunities, please visit us on the internet at www.bbraunusa.com.

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