Assistant Corporate Controller

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. 

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:

$166,700.00 - $250,100.00

Purpose Statement:  The Assistant Corporate Controller is responsible for corporate financial reporting. They will support the Corporate Controller in financial management, reporting, and compliance tasks such as preparing financial statements, overseeing accounting processes, ensuring regulatory compliance, and assisting in strategic financial decision making.

Key Job Accountabilities:

• Responsible for accurate and timely preparation of SEC filings, including Forms 8-K, 10-K, 10-Q, and 11-K. This will also include coordination of both internal and external review of the documents and management of the day-to-day relationship with the external auditors. Demonstrates understanding/knowledge of business information and technical application/reporting requirements for information contained with the respective filings.
• Responsible for accurate financial reporting for consolidated financial statements on a monthly basis as well as directing efficient month end close.  Owner of the accuracy of the global balance sheet.  Works closely with global finance leaders, site controllers and functional leaders to ensure accuracy of the financial statements, compliance with policies and internal controls.  Drive balance sheet integrity via monthly balance sheet reviews, tracking of reconciliation completion, encouraging balance sheet literacy, and providing counsel on technical issues.  Ensure journal entries are well supported and approved.
• Responsible for execution of internal controls compliance, including Section 404 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, in partnership with IT.  Evaluates and implements new controls as needed.  Works diligently to mitigate/remediate control weaknesses.
• Research technical accounting issues with appropriate and sound conclusions.  Items may include restructuring and impairments, revenue recognition, leasing arrangements, implications of contract terms, and other complex accounting transactions.
• Business owner of financial accounting systems (JDE, Cognos Controller, and BlackLine) and works closely with IT to ensure financial systems meet business needs.  This includes driving implementation and acceptance of new technologies (Robotic Process Automation, PowerBI) to provide efficiencies and insight. 
• 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 10 years of experience in the related field, or a Master’s degree and 5-7 years of experience in the related field.
• Previous experience in a management role in required. Preference at this level is to have a Master’s degree or to be in pursuit of one.
• A minimum of a(n) Bachelor’s degree in Accounting is required; a(n) active CPA license is required. Seven (7) years of related experience, three to five (3-5) years in public accounting and extensive financial management and financial reporting experience in a publicly-held organization is required.
• Experience in a global business is preferred.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the key job accountabilities may be considered.

Other Qualifications:  

• Solid understanding of US GAAP, SEC reporting and Sarbanes Oxley.
• Attention to detail, polished leadership and organizational skills, computer literacy and advanced written and verbal communication skills.

This document does not represent a contract of employment and is not intended to capture every possible assignment the incumbent could be asked to perform.

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 [email protected]. 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.