Business Segment Controller
Aston Carter•San Diego, CA
•$170,000 - $200,000•Hybrid
About The Position
We are partnering with a well‑established global industrial manufacturing organization to hire a Controller to lead finance for one of its most strategic business segments. This high‑visibility, hands‑on role oversees the full financial landscape while driving performance and partnering closely with operations. We’re seeking a leader with a track record of steady progression, increasing responsibility, and a commitment to ownership, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Requirements
- 8+ years of manufacturing accounting experience with progressive responsibility in finance or accounting
- Must have experience with SOX compliance working with a publicly held company
- Demonstrated advancement into leadership roles such as Accounting Manager, Senior Accounting Manager, Assistant Controller, or similar
- Strong cost accounting expertise including standard costing, BOM/cost structures, inventory analysis, and variance analysis
- Deep understanding of cost flow and its impact across financial statements
- Hands-on month‑end close experience within inventory‑intensive or manufacturing environments
Responsibilities
- Own full financial statements — P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow
- Lead accelerated month‑end close (1–3 days)
- Drive forecasting and planning — budgeting, outlooks, long‑range plans
- Oversee cost accounting operations including standard costing, BOM structures, inventory and cost flow, PPV, and manufacturing variances
- Manage inventory accounting and controls — valuation, cycle counts, reserves
- Ensure GAAP and SOX compliance, including revenue recognition standards
- Partner with operations to improve performance — profitability, working capital, and cost visibility
- Lead and develop a distributed finance team across U.S. and global support functions
- Drive process improvements to enhance efficiency and operational effectiveness
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- holiday pay
- paid time off
- health, vision, and dental insurance
- 401(k), plus matching
- Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
- health savings account (HSA) with AMETEK contribution
- life insurance
- disability insurance
- family medical leave
- Employee referral program
- Tuition reimbursement program
- Employee assistance program
- Opportunities for career advancement within our business unit and across all other AMETEK business entities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
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