Plant Controller

Baxter International Inc. • Batesville, IN

7d • Onsite

About The Position

As the Plant Controller for Baxter’s Batesville manufacturing facility, you will serve as the senior financial leader for a high‑volume, highly visible operation that produces over $290M in annual output and manages nearly $100M in inventory. You will be a key member of the site leadership team, partnering closely with the Plant Manager and operational leaders to drive performance, strengthen internal controls, and ensure financial accuracy across the full end‑to‑end supply chain. This role blends strategic influence with hands‑on operational partnership, giving you the opportunity to shape financial direction, elevate cost transparency, and improve the financial health of a complex manufacturing environment. You will join a collaborative finance organization that operates within a global matrix, working closely with Baxter’s Finance COE, FP&A, and regional teams. This is a critical leadership role for someone who enjoys being embedded in the business, translating operational activity into financial insights, and driving continuous improvement. For a finance leader who thrives in manufacturing, this position offers meaningful scope, visibility, and a strong platform for long‑term growth within Baxter’s global finance community. This is an onsite role based in Batesville, IN.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field; MBA, CMA, or CPA preferred.
• 7+ years of progressive finance or accounting experience, ideally within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong expertise in standard costing, inventory accounting, and manufacturing finance.
• Proven ability to influence and partner with operational leaders in a complex, matrixed organization.
• Demonstrated success driving process improvements, operational efficiency, and financial accuracy.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to present insights clearly and challenge constructively.
• Proficiency with ERP systems (JDE, SAP, Oracle, or similar) and advanced Excel/financial modeling capabilities.
• A leadership mindset with the ability to manage multiple priorities, build trust, and drive change across teams.
• Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

Responsibilities

• Lead all financial operations for the plant, including month‑end, quarter‑end, and year‑end close, ensuring accuracy across inventory, standard costing, and COGS.
• Serve as the primary financial partner to the Plant Manager and site leadership, shaping financial strategy and influencing operational decision‑making.
• Oversee all aspects of plant costing, including standard cost updates, variance analysis, overhead allocation, and inventory control.
• Lead the annual operating plan (AOP), quarterly forecasts, long‑range planning, and financial modeling for capital projects and productivity initiatives.
• Analyze manufacturing performance metrics (labor, scrap, yield, PPV, overhead) and partner with operations to drive improvements.
• Maintain strong internal controls and ensure compliance with corporate policies, SOX requirements, and local statutory regulations.
• Champion process automation, digital reporting tools, and standardization across plant finance processes.
• Coach and develop plant leaders on financial literacy while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior