Controller

The Financial Site Controller will serve as a key finance leader for the site, partnering closely with business leadership, operations, product management, R&D, and global finance teams to drive financial performance, strengthen controls, and support profitable growth. This role is responsible for leading site-level accounting, reporting, forecasting, budgeting, compliance, and financial analysis while developing a high‑performing local finance team. Key Responsibilities Partner with site and business unit leadership to achieve short‑ and long‑term financial objectives, including revenue growth, EBITDA expansion, working capital improvement, and disciplined cost management. Lead the monthly close process, including journal entries, account reconciliations, financial review, and timely submission of HFM reporting requirements. Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and year‑end financial statements, forecasts, and management reporting packages. Analyze actual results versus budget, forecast, and prior year, clearly communicating key drivers, risks, opportunities, and recommended actions. Lead the annual budget and strategic planning processes for the site, ensuring alignment with business objectives and operational priorities. Manage, coach, and develop the local finance team while fostering accountability, continuous improvement, and strong business partnership. Support global subsidiaries and cross‑functional teams in resolving significant business, accounting, reporting, or financial matters. Oversee internal controls, SOX compliance, audit readiness, and timely remediation of control gaps or process deficiencies. Ensure revenue and expense recognition practices are accurate and compliant with ASC 606, U.S. GAAP, local statutory requirements, and company policies. Provide financial leadership for working capital management, including inventory, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and cash flow performance. Partner with operations leaders to improve visibility into manufacturing costs, margins, inventory performance, productivity, and operational efficiency. Ensure ERP, reporting, and financial systems support the current and long‑term needs of the business, including process standardization, data integrity, and scalable reporting. Collaborate with product management and R&D leaders to improve product life cycle planning, investment prioritization, project financials, and return‑on‑investment visibility. Identify and lead process improvement initiatives that strengthen financial controls, improve reporting quality, reduce manual work, and increase decision‑making speed. Minimum Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline; CPA, CMA, or MBA preferred. Minimum of 10 years of progressive accounting or finance experience, preferably in a manufacturing, industrial, or technology environment. Prior leadership or supervisory experience, with the ability to develop talent, set clear expectations, and build a strong finance team. Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, revenue recognition principles, internal controls, and financial reporting requirements. Experience with month‑end close, forecasting, budgeting, variance analysis, working capital management, and management reporting. Demonstrated ability to partner with operations and business leaders to translate financial results into actionable business insights. Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills, with the ability to present financial information clearly to both finance and non‑finance stakeholders. High level of integrity, attention to detail, ownership, and sound business judgment. Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and operate effectively in a hands‑on, fast‑paced environment. Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications; experience with ERP systems, Hyperion/HFM, query tools, Intuitive, or QuickBooks preferred. Preferred Qualifications Experience in a site controller, plant controller, accounting manager, finance manager, or similar operational finance leadership role. Manufacturing finance experience, including product costing, inventory analysis, margin analysis, and operational performance reporting. Experience supporting SOX controls, internal audits, external audits, and statutory reporting requirements. Demonstrated success improving financial processes, reporting cadence, data quality, and business partnership. Comfort working in a decentralized, global business environment with cross‑functional and international stakeholders. Why This Role Matters This is a highly visible, hands‑on finance leadership role with broad exposure across the business. The successful candidate will be expected to go beyond reporting the numbers by helping leaders understand performance, identify risks and opportunities, improve processes, and make better business decisions. This role is well suited for a finance leader who enjoys being close to operations, developing people, and driving measurable impact in a growing global business. Compensation Employee Type: Salaried Currency: USD Salary Minimum: 160,000 Salary Maximum: 190,000 Incentive: Yes Disclaimer: Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market/business considerations, and geographic location. AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $7.5 billion. AMETEK is committed to making a safer, sustainable, and more productive world a reality. We employ 22,000 colleagues, in 35 countries, grounded by our core values: Ethics and Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Inclusion, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process should call View phone number on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr AMETEK