North Cove Plant Controller

This is where you save and sustain lives

At 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:

As a member of the Plant Senior Leadership Team (SLT), you will drive activities in key workstreams including Compliance, reporting, influence and leadership. These activities include, but are not limited to the following:

• 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.

Baxter is committed to supporting the needs for flexibility in the workplace. We do so through our flexible workplace policy which includes a minimum of 3 days a week onsite. This policy provides the benefits of connecting and collaborating in-person in support of our Mission.

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 $136,000 to $187,000 annually. 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 may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses. For questions about this, our pay philosophy, and available benefits, please speak to the recruiter if you decide to apply and are selected for an interview.

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