Director, Business Controller

Ametek, Inc.•Oak Ridge, TN

17d•Hybrid

About The Position

Reporting to the DVP Business Unit Controller, the Finance Director is responsible for internal controls and accurate financial reporting, while partnering with senior leadership to drive strategic initiatives. This role acts as key business partner across functions, supporting strong decision-making and organizational performance in a fast-paced, global environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; CPA or MBA preferred.
Minimum 10 years of progressive finance leadership experience, including multinational operations and team management.
Proven track record in financial planning, reporting, compliance, and strategic business partnering.
Strong knowledge of US GAAP, SOX compliance, and international accounting standards.
Expertise in financial consolidation and reporting systems (HFM experience highly desirable).
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and financial analysis tools.
Experience managing cash flow, FX, loans, and relationships with financial institutions.
Ability to develop and monitor KPIs for financial and operational performance.
Demonstrated ability and willingness to use AI tools to improve productivity, decision-making, work quality, and to reduce costs. The successful candidate must be able to identify appropriate AI use cases and critically evaluate AI-generated outputs.
Exceptional leadership and team development capabilities.
Strong strategic thinking and ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
High attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

CPA or MBA preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement financial strategies supporting strategic, technological, commercial, and operational projects.
Drive the organization to achieve short- and long-term business objectives.
Act as a key business partner to other functions (HR, Operations, Sales, etc.), providing financial advice, recommendations, and support for decision-making.
Collaborate cross-functionally to drive business performance and achieve organizational goals.
Develop, monitor, and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) for financial and operational effectiveness, providing actionable insights and recommendations to management.
Oversee general and transaction accounting, cost accounting, and financial analysis.
Prepare and submit monthly US GAAP financials in HFM system; ensure conformity with US GAAP, local statutory requirements, Sarbanes-Oxley, and corporate policies.
Manage recurring forecasting processes, coordinate budgeting, and support strategic planning.
Ensure timely, accurate, and integrity of financial data.
Lead SOX quarterly requirements, such as account reconciliations and key controls.
Ensure effectiveness and enforcement of internal control procedures (SOX).
Oversee credit management activities, including collection optimization and risk management.
Negotiate guarantee lines and conditions for international credit instruments.
Assist BU Controller in Managing and developing the accounting/finance team.
Support team evolution, skill development, and succession planning.
Foster a culture of recognition, engagement, and alignment with company vision and values.
Drive permanent and sustainable actions to improve processes, eliminate disfunctions, and suggest improvements.
Lead remediation actions as needed.