The Plant Controller is an impactful leader that manages the Accounting and Finance operations consistent with the Company's business plan. Specifically, this is the key financial partner to the plant managers as the business grows both top and bottom line. This is a hands-on operational accounting role that requires strength in product cost accounting and inventory management in a job shop manufacturing environment. You will be equally comfortable on the plant floor investigating production variances as you are creating and analyzing detailed balance sheet reconciliations. This position manages tight deadlines, competing priorities and a full range of accounting activities including general ledger, financial reporting, year-end and internal audit support, Sarbanes Oxley documentation/compliance, physical inventory counts, and support of budget and forecast activities. The role reports to the Director, BU Controller.

Responsibilities

• 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 and obsolete inventory
• Responsible for the weekly and monthly orders, sales, profit, and working capital forecasts
• Responsible for the preparation of the annual operating budget
• Provides financial leadership that leads to improved working capital management
• Completes monthly account reconciliations of all balance sheet and P& L accounts
• Responsible for the reporting and improvement of various key performance indicators (P& L, balance sheet, and cash) and cash management activities
• Prepares capital appropriation requests, monitors capital spending, and ensures adherence to corporate policies
• Oversees all compliance with both internal and external auditors
• Implements finance and accounting changes to improve productivity and reduce cost
• Responsible for implementing and overseeing a robust internal control environment and ensures compliance with all SOX requirements

Requirements

• 10+ years of proven, progressive Finance leadership, including global experience in an engineering-centric, product development, and delivery organization.
• Bachelor of Science in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration required
• Master's in business administration preferred
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or other certifications are a plus
• A minimum of 8-12 years manufacturing or operational accounting experience
• Knowledge of Hyperion Financial Management is a plus
• Experience with ERP system implementation is a plus
• Operational experience in a manufacturing environment is required

Compensation

Employee Type: Salaried

Salary Minimum: $110, 000

Salary Maximum: $140, 000

Incentive: No

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.

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AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $7.0 billion.

AMETEK is committed to making a safer, sustainable, and more productive world a reality. We use differentiated technology solutions to solve our customers' most complex challenges. We employ 21, 000 colleagues, in 35 countries, that are grounded by our core values: Ethics and Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Inclusion, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility. AMETEK (NYSE: AME) is a component of the S& P 500. Visit www.ametek.com for more information.

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 1 (866) 263-8359.