Director, Multi-Site Business Controller

AMETEK Inc.; North Carolina; On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

AMETEK MRO is seeking a Director, Multi-Site Business Controller to lead financial planning and reporting across multiple U.S. sites. The role partners with business leadership to meet orders, revenue and working capital goals in a high-impact manufacturing environment.

You will manage budgeting, month-end close, rolling forecasts, and provide strategic financial insights. Based in Winston-Salem, NC or Wichita, KS with ~30% travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and/or Finance (required).
• CPA or CMA certification preferred.
• MBA preferred.
• Strong GAAP, SEC reporting, and SOX compliance knowledge.
• Manufacturing finance background.
• 2–3 years public accounting experience preferred.
• Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the Business Manager and leadership to deliver business results and performance objectives.
• Lead the annual budget process; contribute to the Strategic Plan; and oversee month-end close and rolling quarterly forecasts.
• Own the books of record and ensure accuracy across financial reporting.
• Analyze operating results, identify trends and risks, and provide actionable recommendations.
• Perform financial modeling including DCF, ROI, Make/Buy decisions, gross margin analysis, and pricing for opportunities.
• Oversee general and cost accounting, AR/AP, and compliance activities.
• Ensure GAAP and SOX compliance and robust internal controls.
• Drive working capital improvement and enhance capital efficiency.
• Provide financial guidance to leadership and cross-functional teams.

Skills

Leadership

Financial acumen

Communication

Team player

Problem-solving

Strategic thinking

Cross-functional

Independent worker

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance

CPA or CMA

MBA

Tools

Hyperion Enterprise

ERP (Quantum)

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Title: Director, Multi-Site Business Controller

Location:

Winston Salem, NC, US, 27105

Business Unit: Maintenance & Repair North America

Job Description:

Join a Global Leader in Aviation MRO

AMETEK MRO is a trusted global provider of third-party maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services. We proudly support commercial, regional, and general aviation customers, as well as military, helicopter, and business jet markets.

Driven by innovation, performance, and integrity, AMETEK MRO has built a legacy of delivering comprehensive solutions to the aviation industry and are well positioned for continued growth in highly competitive markets.

Position Summary:

At AMETEK, performance drives everything we do.

The key to success in this position is to effectively partner with the Business leadership and his/her staff to ensure orders, revenue, profit and working capital goals are consistently met. In support of this goal, this individual must be a strong finance leader who can effectively perform financial planning and analysis, assist in cost accounting functions as required and ensure all necessary financial controls are in place and followed. Key elements include a hands-on approach, leadership and overall business acumen. Experience in aviation MRO or a manufacturing finance environment is required. Prior experience in a public entity with a P & L of $50M+ is desirable.

The position will assist the Business Manager and other leadership in the direction and delivery of results and improved performance, including providing leadership and direction to multiple site controllers across the United States. This role can be based out of our Winston-Salem, NC or Wichita, KS office.

Key Responsibilities:

• Partner with the Business Manager and leadership team to deliver business results and performance objectives
• Direct the preparation of the annual budget; contribute to the Strategic Plan; and lead month-end close, monthly reporting, and rolling quarterly forecast processes
• Own the books of record for the business and ensure accuracy and integrity across all financial reporting
• Proactively analyze operating results, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities, and provide actionable recommendations
• Perform financial modeling and analysis including Discounted Cash Flow (DCF), ROI, Make/Buy decisions, gross margin analysis, and pricing for new business opportunities and capital investments
• Provide oversight of general accounting, cost accounting, accounts receivable/payable, and compliance activities
• Ensure the integrity of the General Ledger across all operating sites
• Evaluate business performance and recommend policy improvements and operational enhancements
• Serve as a financial advisor to leadership and cross-functional teams within the business unit
• Maintain a strong internal control environment to safeguard assets and ensure accurate financial reporting
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX 404) requirements
• Drive continuous improvement in working capital performance
• Demonstrate expertise in GAAP, cost accounting, and revenue recognition standards
• Monitor and enforce accounting policies and procedures across the organization
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to useAItools 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.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and/or Finance (required)
• CPA or CMA (preferred)
• MBA (preferred)

Experience:

• 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing or MRO environment
• Strong foundation in GAAP, SEC reporting, and Sarbanes-Oxley compliance
• Background in manufacturing finance
• 2–3 years of public accounting experience (preferred)
• Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing experience (preferred)

Qualifications:

• Proven team player with strong communication, presentation, leadership, and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated problem-solving and organizational capabilities
• Ability to work independently while effectively collaborating across all levels of the organization
• Hands-on leadership style with the ability to balance tactical execution and strategic vision
• Strong business partnership skills within a matrix organizational structure
• Ability to perform under pressure, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines with accuracy
• Experience managing and developing staff, setting goals, and building high-performing teams
• Ambitious, flexible, and growth-oriented mindset
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and financial systems (Hyperion Enterprise, ERP systems such as Quantum preferred)

Additional Information:

• This role is ideal for an individual looking to grow with a successful and expanding organization, including potential future relocation opportunities
• Travel requirement: approximately 30% (domestic)

Why AMETEK MRO?

This is an opportunity to step into a high-impact leadership role within a growing global organization where your contributions will directly influence business performance. You will work alongside experienced leaders, shape financial strategy, and help drive operational excellence across multiple sites.

Compensation

Employee Type: Salaried

Currency: USD

Salary Minimum: 150,000

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.

For more information on AMETEK's competitive benefits, please click here .

AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $7.5billion.

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 22,000colleagues, in 35countries, that are grounded by our core values: Ethics and Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Inclusion, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility. AMETEK isacomponent of the S&P 500. Visit https://www.ametek.com/careers 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 [phone].