Finance Plant Controller Manager
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Embarking on a new role within Marelli means taking on new challenges and seizing the opportunity to make a bigger, better, bolder impact!
We’re pioneers of the future of mobility. Our story is built on innovation and manufacturing excellence. Every day, we drive change and co-create what comes next. Our purpose is simple yet ambitious: "Let's push the boundaries together. We aspire to shape future mobility dreams and turn them into reality.”
Joining the Marelli Electronics team means becoming a part of something bigger, a place where you can explore your potential, pioneer innovation.
As a global yet fast-evolving company, we are always looking to grow and evolve our talents.
About the Position:
We are looking for a Plant Controller to join the Electronics Manufacturing team, reporting directly to the Nafta Financial Controller Sr. Manager.
This position is based at our office in México, Tepotzotlán,
The Plant Controller is responsible for overseeing all financial operations at the electronics manufacturing plant. This role ensures effective financial planning, analysis, reporting, and internal controls while partnering with plant management to drive operational performance and compliance.
Your Responsibilities will be:
- Manage budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting processes
- Monitor plant costs, inventory, and production variances
- Ensure compliance with accounting standards, internal controls, and corporate policies
- Analyze operational results and support continuous improvement initiatives
- Present financial data to plant leadership, corporate, and auditors
- Support capital investment planning and cost optimization projects
- Lead plant finance team and coordinate with HR/payroll as needed
- Develop and maintain robust ERP/reporting systems for plant operations
What Qualifications you will bring:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (Master’s or CPA preferred)
- 5+ years’ experience in plant or manufacturing finance, preferably in electronics
- Proficiency in cost accounting, financial analysis, and budgeting
- Knowledge of ERP/accounting systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle)
Other skills that we would welcome:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
- Leadership and team management experience
- Attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to work collaboratively across departments
- Change management and process improvement mindset
Expectations from you in this position:
- Deliver accurate, timely financial reports and analyses to support informed decision-making.
- Maintain strong internal controls and adherence to regulatory, corporate, and industry standards.
- Collaborate proactively with plant management to identify efficiencies and cost-saving opportunities.
- Demonstrate ownership of plant financial performance, including cost control, profitability, and asset management.
- Act as a strategic business partner, contributing to plant operational improvements and supporting company objectives.
- Foster a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement within the finance team.
- Respond quickly to changes in operations or business needs, showing adaptability and initiative.
- Ensure smooth year-end closing and audit processes with minimal issues or errors.
- Provide effective leadership, coaching, and development to plant finance staff.
- Stay current on relevant financial practices, technology, and industry trends.
What does this position offer you:
- Fast-paced yet supportive and high-performing international team with an inspiring ambition to transform the future of mobility.
- Support in onboarding and further training that will set you up with Marelli's speed.
- A hybrid work model, helping you to achieve work-life balance-combining the best of both spending time working remotely, benefitting from focus time, and purposeful co-creation time in the office.
Take the next step:
Together, we will drive the world towards a safer, greener, and better-connected future.
Are you ready to make your mark, shape the future of the automotive industry, and drive the growth of the Electronics business?
Talk to us! To apply, submit your application via LinkedIn.
About Us:
Marelli is one of the world’s leading global independent suppliers to the automotive sector, with a strong and established track record in innovation and manufacturing excellence. Our goal is to change the future of mobility by working with our customers and partners to create a safer, greener, and more connected world.
Our team supplies all major automotive manufacturers in Asia, Europe, and North and South America and the top racing teams in motorsport world championships. Our technology is purpose-driven and meticulously designed to deliver tangible value that truly matters to our customers.
Our business areas are automotive lighting and sensing, thermal solutions, electronics, green technology solutions, interior experience, propulsion solutions (e-powertrain and powertrain), ride dynamics, motorsport, and aftermarket business.
Within the walls of Marelli, we believe in enabling people to do their best work. Our cultural attributes - Drive Results, Accountable, Entrepreneurial, Inclusive, Innovative, and Aware - are the cornerstones of a new Marelli culture. Be part of it!
At Marelli, we believe in the importance of diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We are committed to nurturing talent in our diverse environment, and we take pride in our various employee resource groups, such as Marelli Women, Brains & Hearts Wellbeing, All Cultures, and Marelli's Rainbow. We believe these groups foster creativity and innovation through the unique perspectives of a multicultural community.