A manufacturing plant within the packaging and food industry is seeking a Junior Factory Controller to provide financial and operational support through cost analysis, budget management, and performance monitoring. This role is responsible for ensuring financial visibility and control over plant operations while partnering closely with Production, Supply Chain, Engineering, and Finance teams.

The Junior Factory Controller will participate in monthly financial close activities, analyze production cost variations, monitor manufacturing KPIs, support budgeting and rolling forecasts, and assist with profitability analysis across production lines. This position also oversees CAPEX and OPEX tracking, inventory validation, and financial reporting for plant leadership.

The role requires active involvement in continuous improvement initiatives focused on cost reduction, operational efficiency, productivity improvements, and financial governance. This position serves as a key business partner to plant leadership by providing actionable insights that support strategic and operational decision -making.

Responsibilities
Participate in monthly plant financial close processes

Analyze variances in production costs, scrap, labor, fixed expenses, conversion costs, and inventories

Track and report manufacturing financial and operational KPIs

Support annual budget preparation and rolling forecast processes

Conduct profitability and efficiency analysis for production lines

Monitor and control CAPEX and OPEX expenditures

Generate financial reports and presentations for plant leadership





Validate inventory levels and productive consumption

Provide financial support to Plant Manager and operational leaders

Participate in continuous improvement and cost -reduction projects

Ensure proper control of cost centers and plant accounting structures

Support compliance with financial controls and internal procedures

Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, or related field

1–3 years of experience in controlling, finance, accounting, or manufacturing finance preferred

Experience in manufacturing, packaging, food production, or industrial operations is a plus

Strong understanding of cost accounting, budgeting, and financial analysis

Knowledge of manufacturing operations and KPI structures

Advanced Microsoft Excel skills

ERP system experience preferred

Strong analytical and problem -solving abilities

Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Ability to work in a fast -paced plant environment

Benefits Competitive salary of MXN $55,000

Full -time stable employment

Career growth opportunities in manufacturing finance and plant controlling

Exposure to plant leadership and strategic decision -making

Cross -functional experience with Finance, Supply Chain, Engineering, and Production

Participation in operational excellence and continuous improvement projects

Professional development in budgeting, forecasting, and cost optimization

Opportunity to directly impact plant profitability and operational performance

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