Controller

THE COMPANY

Our client is a publicly traded, fast-scaling healthcare manufacturing company with a proven track record of 10x growth over the last decade. They specialize in the design and custom contract manufacturing of medical devices, diagnostics, wearables, sterile packaging, and other regulated healthcare products.  The company operates an FDA-registered manufacturing site in Tijuana, Mexico, equipped with clean rooms and supported by a team of nearly 100 employees.

With a strong pipeline of new programs and customers, the organization is entering a major expansion phase in 2026, creating exceptional opportunities for leaders and professionals who want to grow with a world-class healthcare manufacturer.

THE POSITION

Summary
The Controller is a hands-on position that will supervise and conduct Finance, Accounting, Customs and International Trade, Human Resources, Compliance, EH&S and general administration with the support of a team of three associates (EH&S coordinator, Logistics Assistant, and an HR Supervisor).
Key Responsibilities

• Finance & Accounting: Oversee daily financial operations, including budgeting, cash flow management, accounts payable/receivable via corporate support, and financial reporting in compliance with Mexican GAAP (NIF) and IMMEX fiscal requirements. Prepare and file VAT (IVA) returns, IMMEX statistical reports (e.g., monthly inventories via Annex 24), and ensure timely audits to maintain permit status.
• International Trade: Coordinate customs brokerage, tariff classifications (HTS codes), and documentation for imports/exports under IMMEX and CBP rules, including temporary imports tracking, re-export deadlines (18 months), and compliance with USMCA/NAFTA successor provisions. Monitor trade sanctions, conduct due diligence on suppliers, and mitigate risks related to anti-dumping duties or origin rules.
• Human Resources: Oversee recruitment, onboarding, payroll processing with support from third party service, and employee relations for a multicultural workforce, adhering to Mexican Federal Labor Law (LFT), IMSS/INFONAVIT contributions, and IMMEX-specific labor certifications (e.g., no subcontracting rules post-2021 reforms). Handle visa/work permit coordination for expatriates under IMMEX guidelines.
• Compliance & General Administration: Lead internal audits for IMMEX adherence (e.g., production process certification, waste management), liaise with government authorities for permit renewals, and implement risk management strategies. Support executive team with strategic reporting and process optimizations.

THE CANDIDATE

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or International Trade. Master’s preferred.
• 5+  years of experience in a similar role such as Controller, Administrative Manager or similar within a Maquiladora IMMEX manufacturing entity (export-oriented company) with proven IMMEX compliance expertise.
• Textile and medical device experience is a plus.
• Working knowledge of Accounting, Finance and US/MX Customs / International Trade.
• Basic knowledge of human resources, Mexican labor law is desired.
• Must be able to grow at least one level above.
• Fluency in Spanish and English.
• Bachelor degree in Accounting or  Finance. (CPA -Contador Público). Certifications or Training: IMMEX, and some US and MX customs compliance training is highly preferred.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., EPICOR, SAP, Oracle, or similar) and Mexican tax software (e.g., SAT e.firma).