Assistant Plant Controller - Colorado Facilities

Requisition ID:  34415  

 

At Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies, our 7,000+ global associates proud to come to work each day, knowing that what we do impacts the lives of patients around the world. For Terumo, for Everyone, Everywhere.

 

We make medical devices and related products that are used to collect, separate, manufacture and process various components of blood and cells. With our innovative technologies and service offerings, we touch a patient’s life every second of every day and are committed to continuing to increase the number of patients we serve. Advancing healthcare with heart.

 

 

With some of the best and brightest minds in the industry, an unmatched global footprint, comprehensive benefits and a distinct culture, Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies is a great place to work, grow and be part of a team that is focused on making a difference. Join us and help shape wherever we go next. You create your future and ours.

JOB TITLE: Assistant Plant Controller - Colorado

 

 

JOB SUMMARY

The Assistant Controller at Terumo Blood & Cell Technologies in Colorado, plays a key role supporting the Plant Controller and the Supply Chain Finance organization. This position ensures accuracy and compliance in all plant financial activities, assists with month-end close, reporting, and forecasting, and helps drive operational and financial excellence across the manufacturing network. The role partners closely with operations, supply chain, and corporate finance to support a $200M+ production budget, $25M+ in capital expenditures, and $20M in inventory.

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

 

• Support all plant-related GAAP, SOX, and Terumo policy requirements to ensure accurate financial statements (P&L and Balance Sheet).
• Assist in preparation and review of monthly financial results, variance analyses, and supporting schedules.
• Partner with the Plant Controller to lead month-end close activities, including accruals, reconciliations, and journal entries.
• Prepare and analyze weekly and monthly operational metrics, highlighting key trends and improvement opportunities.
• Contribute to quarterly forecast and annual budget cycles for the Littleton and Lakewood facilities.
• Monitor and analyze manufacturing cost performance, inventory valuation, and capital spending.
• Support internal and external audit requests and ensure adherence to internal control standards.
• Provide financial analysis and decision support to plant and operations leadership teams.
• Assist in developing and mentoring junior finance staff and support the finance internship program.
• Help foster financial acumen and cost awareness across plant and operations teams.

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance (or country equivalent) required.
• CPA and/or MBA preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in accounting or manufacturing finance.
• Experience with SAP (S/4HANA preferred).
• Strong understanding of standard costing, variance analysis, and capital project accounting.
• Knowledge of GAAP; IFRS exposure a plus.
• Proven ability to work cross-functionally and communicate effectively across levels.
• Experience in a matrixed, global manufacturing organization preferred.
• Familiarity with Lean or continuous improvement concepts is advantageous.

 

Skills

• Strong technical accounting and financial reporting skills.
• Ability to analyze complex data and clearly communicate insights.
• High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Expert communication skills to wide range of individuals within the organization both verbally and written.
• Excellent Excel and PowerPoint skills; strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office and ERP systems.
• Demonstrated initiative, accountability, and team collaboration.

 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Typical Office Environment requirements include: reading, speaking, hearing, close vision, walking, bending, sitting, and occasional lifting up to 20 pounds.

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