Business Segment Controller

Ametek, Inc. • San Diego, CA

12h • Onsite

About The Position

The Business Segment Controller – Programmable Power/IntelliPower is an impactful leader and the site finance lead for the Programmable Power and IntelliPower business segments. This position will be responsible for all financial reporting and analysis functions, operations reporting, compliance, and implementation of process improvements for the segments. This is a hands-on operational accounting role that requires strength in product cost accounting and inventory management in a manufacturing environment. You will be equally comfortable on the plant floor investigating production variances as they are creating and analyzing detailed balance sheet reconciliations. This position manages and coordinates the closure of financial systems and preparation of financial statements; coordination of monthly forecasts, working capital improvements and detailed financial analysis of products and customers, making recommendations for improved operating results.  This role will also assist in monthly and quarterly financial reporting consolidation for the top-level business unit.
This role reports to the DVP, BU Controller.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree with an emphasis in Accounting or Finance
• 10 years of relevant experience
• Minimum 3 years of experience as a manager or above
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, SOX, and ASC 606 – experience with monthly/quarterly closings; experience with compliance and documentation
• Strong cost accounting skills

Nice To Haves

• MBA and/or CPA preferred
• Knowledge of Hyperion Financial Management is a plus
• Operational experience in a manufacturing environment is highly preferred
• A strong work ethic with a track record of achievement
• Committed to achieving quality results through appropriate attention to detail and creativity; a disciplined problem-solving style; and a “hands-on” approach to work
• Demonstrate a team player mindset with a positive attitude
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Intermediate/advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
• Able to direct work with minimal supervision and towards multiple deadlines

Responsibilities

• Provide financial and business leadership for the site
• Train, mentor, and coach the current team to be able to build a talent pipeline
• Responsible for the month-end closing process
• Responsible for the weekly/monthly orders, sales, profit & working capital forecasts
• Review monthly journal entries and reconciliations to ensure close timelines are met
• Accountable for product costing and profitability analyses by customer and product
• Responsible for all inventory management in relation to valuation (bill of materials, standard costs, and overhead rates), physical count accuracy and provisions for excess & obsolete inventory
• Responsible for the completion of the annual operating budget
• Providing financial leadership that leads to improved working capital management
• Responsible for the reporting and improvement of various Key Performance Indicators (P&L, Balance Sheet & Cash) and cash management activities
• Review capital expenditure requests to ensure within budget and capitalized timely
• Responsible for monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting packages for the segments
• Oversee all compliance with both Internal & External Audits for the segments
• Implement finance/accounting changes to improve productivity and reduce costs
• Responsible for implementing and overseeing a robust internal control environment and ensuring compliance with all SOX requirements
• Actively promote safe working practices leading to an injury-free workplace

Benefits

• Competitive compensation, holiday pay, and paid time off
• Great benefits package that includes health, vision, and dental insurance
• 401(k), plus matching
• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs), health savings account (HSA) with AMETEK contribution, life insurance, disability insurance, and family medical leave
• Employee referral program
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Employee assistance program
• Exciting, fast-paced environment where you could make a true impact
• Opportunities for career advancement within our business unit and across all other AMETEK business entities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees