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Business Segment Controller

📍 San Diego, CA | Hybrid

We are seeking a hands-on Business Segment Controller to lead financial operations for two manufacturing segments totaling approximately $220M+ in annual revenue.

This highly visible leadership role is responsible for financial reporting, cost accounting, inventory controls, forecasting, budgeting, and compliance while serving as a strategic business partner to Operations and Executive Leadership. The ideal candidate brings strong manufacturing finance experience, exceptional business acumen, and the ability to drive both operational excellence and financial performance.

• Own full P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow reporting for multiple manufacturing segments
• Lead month-end close, including journal entries, reconciliations, variance analysis, and financial reporting
• Oversee product cost accounting, standard costing, manufacturing variances, and inventory accounting
• Manage inventory valuation, physical counts, cycle counts, and excess & obsolete reserves
• Lead forecasting, budgeting, and long-range planning processes
• Prepare and present financial results, forecasts, and business insights to executive leadership
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, SOX, and internal controls
• Review capital investments and support ROI analysis
• Drive process improvements across finance and operations
• leadership to improve business performance
• Lead, mentor, and develop finance talent across multiple teams and locations

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
• 10+ years of progressive accounting or finance experience within a manufacturing environment
• Experience as a Controller, Assistant Controller, Finance Manager, or similar leadership role
• Strong expertise in:
  • Cost accounting and standard costing
  • Inventory accounting and valuation
  • Manufacturing finance and operations
  • Forecasting, budgeting, and financial analysis
  • Financial reporting and month-end close
• Experience owning P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow responsibilities
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, SOX, and financial controls
• ERP experience in a complex manufacturing environment (Oracle preferred)
• Experience presenting financial results to executive leadership
• Proven leadership and talent development experience

✅ Own financial leadership for a $220M+ manufacturing business

✅ Partner directly with executive leadership on strategic decisions

✅ Lead financial planning, forecasting, cost accounting, and operational finance

✅ High visibility and influence across the organization

✅ Opportunity to drive process improvements and business performance

✅ Collaborative, fast-paced manufacturing environment with strong growth potential

This is a Permanent position based out of San Diego, CA.

The pay range for this position is $170000.00 - $200000.00/yr.

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

This is a hybrid position in San Diego,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 20, 2026.

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.

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