Plant Controller

Zvh; Jayuya (PR); On-site; USD 112,000 - 154,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage from day one

ESPP with stock purchase at discount

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays and PTO

Job summary

Baxter in Jayuya, Puerto Rico, seeks a Plant Controller to lead the site's finance function and partner with Plant Leader and Solutions Group Controller. This onsite role oversees the P&L, balance sheet, and capital planning for a facility with substantial annual output and inventory.

The role requires 7+ years in manufacturing finance, strong costing/forecasting skills, and a proven ability to influence across functions in a global matrix.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting; MBA or equivalent advanced degree preferred.
• 7+ years of experience in manufacturing finance, supply chain finance, plant finance, or a related finance leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of standard costing, budgeting, forecasting, capital planning, inventory management, and financial analysis.
• Experience working in a global, matrixed organization and influencing stakeholders across multiple functions.
• Proven ability to drive change, implement process improvements, and deliver business results.
• Lean manufacturing knowledge and continuous improvement experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary finance leader and business partner for the Jayuya manufacturing site.
• Lead financial planning activities, including annual budgets, quarterly forecasts, long-range plans, and monthly close processes.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, SOX, and Baxter financial policies and maintain ownership of the site's financial records, including the P&L and balance sheet.
• Provide timely and accurate reporting of financial performance, business trends, risks, and opportunities to plant and finance leadership.
• Partner with operations leaders to improve manufacturing performance, manage variances, optimize working capital, and drive profitability.
• Support capital planning and ensure capital investments are delivered on time and within budget.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings, process improvements, and value creation through continuous improvement initiatives.
• Influence and develop financial acumen across both finance and non-finance teams while collaborating with matrix partners across FP&A, Global ISC, COEs, and shared services.

Skills

Financial leadership

Strategic partnering

Lean methods

Forecasting & budgeting

Operations collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting

MBA or equivalent

Job description

This is where your work makes a difference. At Baxter, we believe every person—regardless of who they are or where they are from—deserves a chance to live a healthy life. It was our founding belief in 1931 and continues to be our guiding principle. We are redefining healthcare delivery to make a greater impact today, tomorrow, and beyond. Our Baxter colleagues are united by our Mission to Save and Sustain Lives. Together, our community is driven by a culture of courage, trust, and collaboration. Every individual is empowered to take ownership and make a meaningful impact. We strive for efficient and effective operations, and we hold each other accountable for delivering exceptional results. Here, you will find more than just a job—you will find purpose and pride.

Your role at Baxter As the Plant Controller for our Jayuya manufacturing facility, you will serve as the senior finance leader for the site and act as the financial partner to both the Plant Leader and Solutions Group Controller. This role functions as the site’s CFO, providing financial leadership and operational decision support across the plant’s end-to-end supply chain. The Jayuya facility represents approximately $144 million in annual production value, $13 million in inventory, and $8.5 million in annual capital spending, supporting a workforce of nearly 800 employees. As a member of the Site Leadership Team, you will play a key role in helping the plant achieve its financial, operational, and strategic objectives while ensuring strong governance and compliance. This is an onsite role based in Jayuya, Puerto Rico.

We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. At Baxter, we are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices. The estimated base salary for this position is $112,000 -$154,000. The estimated range is meant to reflect an anticipated salary range for the position. We may pay more or less than of the anticipated range based upon market data and other factors, all of which are subject to change. Individual pay is based on upon location, skills and expertise, experience, and other relevant factors. This position is also eligible for discretionary bonuses and long-term incentive.

What you’ll be doing

• Serve as the primary finance leader and business partner for the Jayuya manufacturing site.
• Lead financial planning activities, including annual budgets, quarterly forecasts, long-range plans, and monthly close processes.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, SOX, and Baxter financial policies and maintain ownership of the site's financial records, including the P&L and balance sheet.
• Provide timely and accurate reporting of financial performance, business trends, risks, and opportunities to plant and finance leadership.
• Partner with operations leaders to improve manufacturing performance, manage variances, optimize working capital, and drive profitability.
• Support capital planning and ensure capital investments are delivered on time and within budget.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings, process improvements, and value creation through continuous improvement initiatives.
• Influence and develop financial acumen across both finance and non-finance teams while collaborating with matrix partners across FP&A, Global ISC, COEs, and shared services.

What you’ll bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting; MBA or equivalent advanced degree preferred.
• 7+ years of experience in manufacturing finance, supply chain finance, plant finance, or a related finance leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of standard costing, budgeting, forecasting, capital planning, inventory management, and financial analysis.
• Experience working in a global, matrixed organization and influencing stakeholders across multiple functions.
• Proven ability to drive change, implement process improvements, and deliver business results.
• Strong communication and leadership skills, with the ability to influence and challenge leaders at multiple levels of the organization.
• Experience partnering closely with manufacturing and operations leaders to support business performance and decision-making.
• Lean manufacturing knowledge and continuous improvement experience preferred.

US Benefits at Baxter (except for Puerto Rico)

This is where your well-being matters. Baxter offers comprehensive compensation and benefits packages for eligible roles.

• Our health and well-being benefits include medical and dental coverage that start on day one, as well as insurance coverage for basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance.
• Financial and retirement benefits include the Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), with the ability to purchase company stock at a discount, and the 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (RSP), with options for employee contributions and company matching.
• We also offer Flexible Spending Accounts, educational assistance programs, and time-off benefits such as paid holidays, paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service, family and medical leaves of absence, and paid parental leave.
• Additional benefits include commuting benefits, the Employee Discount Program, the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and childcare benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Baxter 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. Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal Reasonable Accommodations Baxter 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, let us know the nature of your request along with your contact information.

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No matter your role at Baxter, your talent, skills, and time has a direct impact on people's lives. Since 1931, we have been at the forefront of innovation by bringing smarter, more personalized care to patients around the world. Now, we're more determined than ever to make a lasting impact as we are redefining healthcare delivery across the care journey. Our Mission to Save and Sustain Lives motivates us as we create a culture in which each of us can succeed. This is where you belong.