Finance and Accounting Compliance Director

About the Company:

AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global manufacturer of electronic instruments and electromechanical devices with annual sales of approximately $7.4 billion.

AMETEK has 21,000 colleagues at more than 150 operating locations, and a global network of sales, service and support locations in 31 countries around the world.

The AMETEK Growth Model combines its four growth strategies of Operational Excellence, Strategic Acquisitions, Global & Market Expansion, and New Product Development, with a disciplined focus on cash generation and capital deployment. By executing the AMETEK Growth Model, the company seeks to generate shareholder value by doubling earnings per share over the course of each business cycle.

AMETEK consists of two operating groups, both with highly differentiated technology and leading positions in niche markets:

Electronic Instruments - a worldwide leader in the design and manufacture of advanced analytical, test and measurement instrumentation for the energy, aerospace, power, research, medical and industrial markets.

Electromechanical - a differentiated supplier of automation and precision motion control solutions, and highly engineered electrical interconnects, specialty metals and thermal management systems.

Key resposibilities:

Financial Accounting & Compliance

• Provide end‑to‑end oversight of financial accounting activities for CTS, ARI, and NSI‑MI business segments
• Ensure compliance with IFRS/US GAAP, internal accounting policies, and local statutory requirements
• Act as the primary finance contact for internal and external audits, coordinating responses and remediation plans
• Maintain strong internal controls, identifying risks and driving continuous improvements in processes and governance
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FP&A & Business Partnership

• Lead global FP&A activities, including budgeting, forecasting, long‑range planning, and performance tracking
• Partner closely with segment leaders to provide financial insights, variance analysis, and scenario modeling
• Translate complex financial data into clear, actionable recommendations for senior management
• Support strategic initiatives, cost optimization programs, and investment decision analyses

Month‑End Close – RPTS Business Unit

• Own and coordinate the monthly, quarterly, and annual close for the RPTS business unit
• Ensure completeness, accuracy, and timeliness of journal entries, accruals, reconciliations, and reporting
• Act as the primary liaison between FP&A, Accounting, and Shared Services teams for RPTS close activities
• Drive close calendar discipline and continuous reduction of close cycle time

Leadership & Stakeholder Management

• Lead and influence cross‑functional and geographically dispersed teams, fostering strong collaboration
• Serve as a trusted advisor to Finance leadership and key business stakeholders
• Support talent development through coaching, knowledge sharing, and process standardization

Position requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field (Master’s degree preferred)
• Professional certification such as CPA, ACCA, CFA, or equivalent strongly preferred
• 8–12+ years of progressive experience in FP&A, financial accounting, and compliance within a global organization
• Proven experience managing multiple business segments and complex reporting structures
• Hands‑on experience with month‑end close ownership, preferably within a matrixed or shared services model
• Strong understanding of global accounting standards and compliance frameworks
• Advanced financial modeling, analytical, and problem‑solving skills
• Strong leadership, influencing, and communication skills across senior stakeholders
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to use AI tools to improve productivity, decision-making, work quality, and to reduce costs
• Ability to identify appropriate AI use cases and critically evaluate AI-generated outputs
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast‑paced, global, and ambiguous environment
• High proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and financial planning tools

What we offer you?

• Work in a dynamic international environment and pleasant and support team
• Opportunities for learning and personal growth
• Private Additional Health Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• And many other perks and benefits