Operations Accountant

Job Details

Business Unit:
Ophthalmic & Precision Solutions

Posting Date:
Feb 9, 2026

Ametek TMC is seeking a highly motivated and organized Operations Accountant to join our business unit and support our location in Peabody MA. This is an on‑site role based in Peabody, MA and will report to the Site Controller.

The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of cost accounting principles, have strong attention to detail, excellent time management and communication skills, and a passion for continuous improvement.

• Develop and implement cost standards for materials, labor, and manufacturing overhead and keep updated in ERP system.
• Develop and analyze standard cost report suite to include material usage and manufacturing variances and enable root cause analysis.
• Monitor and report on inventory levels, production costs, and returns.
• Conduct and oversee regular physical inventory cycle counts and reconciliations.
• Work closely with operations and supply chain teams to identify, quantify, and track cost‑saving opportunities.
• Prepare, review, and analyze monthly and annual financial statements in an accurate and timely manner and in line with US GAAP.
• Assist with annual budgeting and monthly forecasting.
• Ensure procedures and internal controls are followed in compliance with Sarbanes‑Oxley and assist with audit and compliance activities as assigned.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in accounting, preferably with 2-3 years in a manufacturing and equipment/engineering environment.
• Strong working knowledge of inventory cycle counts and cost accounting.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills with a thorough knowledge of accounting principles to create and analyze financial reports and forecasts.
• Ability to explain complex financial information in a clear and concise manner.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work with diverse groups cross‑functionally.
• Detail oriented, organized, a demonstrated focus on process improvement, and ability to work on multiple tasks/projects concurrently.
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and ownership mentality.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly with Excel. Experience with Power BI is an advantage.
• Experience using Dynamics AX a plus.

Employee Type:
Salaried

Salary Minimum: $90,000

Salary Maximum: $115,000

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 $7.5 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 22,000 colleagues, in 35 countries, that are grounded by our core values:
Ethics and Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Inclusion, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility. AMETEK is a component of the S&P 500. Visit  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 .