Job Title:  Business Segment Controller

About Us:

At AMETEK, we don’t just manufacture market-leading electronic instruments and electromechanical devices — we are using innovation to make the world a better place; technology to improve lives; and talent to solve challenges that matter.

Job Summary:

The Business Segment Controller will be the finance lead for the Business Manager and will provide financial analysis which supports strategic choices to improve the profitability of the business. The day-to-day activities will involve planning, implementing, managing and controlling all financial-related activities. This includes direct responsibility for accounting, finance, forecasting, strategic planning and cost accounting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work closely with the Business Manager and management to drive unit performance in achieving budgeted and forecasted financial metrics
• Take a direct role and oversee all aspects of the finance and accounting functions of the organization. Self-perform many critical tasks.
• Ensure credibility by providing timely and accurate financial statements, analyzing budgets and financial trends and working with the sales and operations teams on forecasting
• Develop tools and systems to provide critical financial and operational information to the executive team and make actionable recommendation on both strategy and operations
• Continuously evaluate short and long term strategic financial objectives
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with senior executives to identify their needs and seek a full range of business solutions
• Provide recommendations to strategically enhance financial performance and business opportunities
• Ensure that effective internal controls are adhered to and comply with GAAP, SOX, ASC 606 and applicable federal, state, and local regulatory laws and rules for financial and tax reporting
• Drive activities regarding working capital management
• Participate in physical inventories
• Review spending requests for capital expenditures, research and development projects, and major expense projects and provide financial guidance on business unit investments
• Participate in special projects, including acquisition opportunities, and compile a variety of special reports
• Supervise a team of finance employees

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• Minimum of 5-7 years of progressive financial experience with at least 2 years in a financial management and leadership role
• Knowledge of GAAP, SOX, and ASC 606
• Experience with monthly/quarterly closings
• Experience with compliance and documentation
• Cost accounting skills
• Experience developing forecasts, budgets and long-term strategic plans
• Computer skills – pivot tables, look-up formulas

Desired Qualifications:

• MBA and/or CPA
• Oracle and HFM background
• Strong interpersonal skills, ability to communicate and manage well at all levels of the organization
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and draw conclusions based on accurate and timely analysis
• High level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency and results orientation
• Strong reasoning skills
• Team player with a positive attitude
• Desire to advance your career into higher business management positions
• Receptiveness to relocation opportunities within our corporate structure

What’s in It for You:

• 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

Additional Details:

Location Information:

This position is located in Rochester, New York. Rochester will allow you to experience the four seasons. The city has multiple parks and more than 100 miles of trails. You can bike, hike, paddleboard, fish, ski, snowboard, and snow shoe – there are activities for everyone all year long. Rochester is home to the Strong National Museum of Play which offers interactive exhibits that provide entertainment and nostalgia for attendees of all ages. There are also options to visit a photography museum, listen to live music, walk around public markets and the historic Erie Canal, relax at the botanical gardens, visit the beach, take a lighthouse tour, attend a lilac festival, and explore a planetarium. No matter the weather, you’ll be able to entertain the whole family.

To learn more about our company and our job opportunities, visit us at:

https://www.ametek.com/careers

To learn more about the business unit you’ll be joining, visit us at:

https://www.ametekpower.com/