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Xylem Plant Controller in Plymouth, Minnesota
Join Xylem in the global mission to #LetsSolveWater! As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world's most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions.
The Role:
We are currently seeking a talented, driven Manufacturing Plant Controller. The Plant Controller will be responsible for the financial analysis, planning, reporting and management of Xylem’s Plymouth, MN based manufacturing activities.
Core Responsibilities:
Serve as the financial partner to the Plant Manager supporting daily, weekly and monthly financial forecasting including comparative analysis
Financial owner of monthly operations review and financial close process, including financial reporting, KPIs, risk and opportunities, etc.
Preparing periodic forecasts and annual budgets
Supporting the plant with Lean initiative development and tracking as well as capital expenditure preparation and tracking
Being the plant contact for audit requests (internal and external) and supporting SOX controls
Being the financial owner of the annual physical inventory, including assisting with root cause/corrective actions.
Requirements:
Must have a bachelor’s degree (or foreign equivalent degree) in Business, Accounting or a related field
7 Years of experience within different manufacturing environments desired
Strong financial analysis and modelling skills
Sound accounting knowledge with strong background in factory cost accounting and product costing in a standard cost system
Demonstrated ability to lead and work effectively in cross-functional teams
Several years of hands-on experience with an ERP system (preferably SAP) strongly preferred – in particular FI and CO modules. Working knowledge of other modules (MM, PP, SD, etc) desired – general understanding required
Experience in preparing, evaluating (IRR, NPV, Cash Flow) and controlling (cost tracking, present/final view) capital investment projects (capacity expansion, manufacturing automation, quality improvement).
First-hand experience of several different manufacturing environments, organizational structures and financial reporting methodologies in a factory context strongly desired
Always strives for best practive, drives to benchmark against best in class, familiar with LEAN, KAIZEN and Six Sigma concepts
Acts as a change agent, challenges status quo, takes initiative
Able to work independently and also as a active contributor on cross-functional teams
Assumes responsibility for assigned projects and initiatives
Demonstrated ability to work under tight deadlines and successfully manage competing expectations
Able to present/articulate business matters concisely and knowledgeably at various levels of detail depending on the audience
Attention to detail yet able to prioritize and understand the big picture
Proven ability to provide leadership and motivation to associates within and outside finance
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications expected
High level proficiency in Excel required
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Salary range:
$91,500.00 - $164,500.00
Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage, conservation, and re-use. Our products impact public utilities, industrial sectors, residential areas, and commercial buildings, with a commitment to providing smart metering, network technologies, and advanced analytics for water, electric, and gas utilities. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication; where we recognize the power of diversity, equity and inclusion in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world.
At Xylem, you'll not only contribute to solving water issues but also have the chance to make a difference through our paid Volunteer Program, Xylem Watermark. We embrace diversity and prioritize our employees' well-being through our DE&I initiatives and Employee Resource Groups (ERG). Proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (including disability and veterans) and Affirmative Action workplace, Xylem fosters an inclusive environment free from discrimination or harassment.
Please note that the information in this job description outlines the general nature of the position and is not an exhaustive list of duties. Xylem is dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations to enable all employees to perform their essential job functions. We reserve the right to modify this job description and assign additional duties as needed. Embrace the opportunity to be part of Xylem's transformative journey in shaping the future of water technology! #XylemCareers #GlobalImpact #WaterInnovation