Division Vice President, Business Unit Controller- Rotron (Aerospace & Defense)

About Rotron

Rotron, an AMETEK business, is a global leader in engineered air movement and thermal management solutions serving mission‑critical applications in Aerospace & Defense, industrial, medical, and high‑reliability electronics markets. As the largest business within AMETEK’s Aerospace & Defense platform, Rotron operates in a high‑mix-low-volume, engineering‑intensive, decentralized environment where speed, accountability, and operational excellence drive results.

Our culture rewards leaders who combine strong financial acumen with a hands‑on, business‑partner mindset.

Position Summary

The Division Vice President, Business Unit Controller is the senior financial leader for Rotron and a key strategic partner to the BU Manager. This role is responsible for all financial management across multiple manufacturing sites, supporting complex Aerospace and Defense programs, and driving performance in a decentralized, highly autonomous environment.

The ideal candidate is a seasoned A&D finance executive who excels in standard costing, program profitability, operational finance, and disciplined execution. This is a high‑visibility, succession‑oriented role with frequent exposure to Division and Corporate leadership.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Business Partnership

• Serve as the primary financial advisor to the BU Manager and leadership team.
• Shape strategic decision‑making through rigorous financial insight into pricing, margin structure, product mix, capacity, Make/Buy, and capital deployment.
• Support new program development and long‑cycle Defense initiatives with ROI modeling, risk analysis, and scenario planning.

Financial Planning & Performance Management

• Lead the annual operating plan, monthly forecasts, strategic planning, and long‑range financial planning.
• Conduct robust monthly operating reviews covering sales, margins, overhead performance, absorption, and cash generation.
• Proactively identify risks, opportunities, and performance gaps; drive corrective action with cross‑functional teams.

Manufacturing, Cost, & Program Finance Leadership

• Own all aspects of standard costing, variance analysis, inventory valuation, and cost accounting across multiple sites.
• Partner with Operations and Supply Chain to improve productivity, yield, throughput, and material efficiency.
• Lead working capital performance, including inventory optimization, cycle‑time improvement, and program costing accuracy.
• Support DoD‑related contract structures including cost‑plus, T&M, and fixed-price defense programs (experience preferred).

Financial Controls & Compliance

• Ensure timely and accurate financial close, internal reporting, and balance sheet integrity.
• Maintain compliance with US GAAP, SOX 404, AMETEK financial policies, and Defense‑related financial standards.
• Lead audit preparation, remediation, and continuous improvement of financial processes.

Leadership & Talent Development

• Lead and develop a high‑performing finance organization across multiple sites.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, operational engagement, and continuous improvement.
• Serve as a senior member of the BU leadership team, influencing strategy and organizational development.

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 7–12+ years of progressive financial leadership within manufacturing, with strong exposure to standard costing and operational finance.
• Prior experience as a BU Controller, Plant Controller, or senior FP&A leader.
• Demonstrated success operating in a decentralized, high‑accountability business model.
• Strong understanding of inventory, absorption, cost accounting, and working capital management.
• Advanced financial modeling and analytical capability.
• Due to the nature of Rotron's programs and products, applicants must have the legal right to work in the US and additionally must be legally authorized to access export-controlled information and source code.

Preferred

• Experience in Aerospace & Defense, including understanding of DoD cost structures and compliance requirements.
• Multi‑site manufacturing experience within a public company environment.
• Exposure to M&A, integration, or divestiture activities.
• CPA or Master’s degree.
• Expertise with Oracle ERP, Hyperion/HFM, and data visualization tools such as Power BI.
• Strong executive communication skills and comfort presenting to Division and Corporate leadership.

Why Join Rotron & AMETEK

• Flagship role within AMETEK’s largest A&D business- true visibility and influence.
• Operate within AMETEK’s highly decentralized, entrepreneurial culture, where leaders are empowered to run their businesses.
• Opportunity to work with complex, engineered-to-order products- not commodity manufacturing.

• Close partnership with Operations, Engineering, and Business Development on mission‑critical programs.
• Career growth potential into broader Division or Corporate finance leadership roles.

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