Assistant Controller

Quanex is looking for an Assistant Controller to join our team located in Houston, Texas . The Assistant Controller will be responsible for providing technical accounting support to executive management and business unit controllers, evaluating technical accounting and financial implications of complex transactions, and supporting conclusions. The position will collaborate with business unit and functional teams for the end‑to‑end process in producing and reviewing the consolidated financial statements and related disclosures as required by U.S. GAAP and the SEC. Additionally, this position will keep abreast of new and proposed SEC rules and U.S. GAAP accounting standards to determine the potential disclosure implications to the financial statements. This position is also charged with developing and enforcing internal control policies and procedures for the accounting function of the company and its subsidiaries and performs technical accounting research to provide guidance to the accounting and finance team to assure compliance with U.S. GAAP and company policies throughout the Company. Benefits Competitive Salary Excellent Bonus Potential Medical, Dental & Vision Plans Paid Time Off, Training & Holidays Charitable Contribution Match Program Tuition Assistance Wellness/Fitness Resources Training & Professional Development 401K Match with 2‑year Vesting Period Employee Stock Purchase Plan Dynamic Culture & People – just to name a few! What Success Looks Like Provide leadership by managing the review and approval process for the Company’s financial statements for all SEC filings, the Company’s external auditors, reports for analysts, lenders, management, the Board of Directors and government regulatory bodies. Prepare consolidated financial statements monthly and quarterly, and prepare associated workpapers used to support the 10‑Q and 10‑K filings, including roll‑forwards and reconciliations. Direct the month‑end consolidated close. Coordinate OneStream administration, including maintaining a compliant control environment, supporting functionality for actual, forecast, and budget reporting, and providing support for end users. Maintain and evaluate ongoing accounting and financial control policies, procedures, and systems to provide timely and accurate reporting consistent with applicable regulatory and loan requirements. Directly manage interactions and build relationships with legal counsel, executive management team, external consultants, and business unit leaders to compile information necessary to carry out reporting. Review consolidated financial statements in detail. Develop and enforce internal accounting and control policies and procedures for the accounting function of the Company and its subsidiaries. Monitor GAAP and SEC rules and regulations for emerging changes; provide and oversee technical accounting research and resolve SEC and GAAP reporting issues; support the treatment of complex accounting issues, oversee the implementation of new accounting standards, and ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and SEC regulations. Directly manage interactions and build relationships with external auditors to ensure the timely and efficient completion of quarterly reviews and annual financial audits. Manage the Company’s reporting process for stock‑based compensation and other equity‑based transactions, including treasury stock, option exercises and earnings per share calculations. Actively support the Company’s annual goodwill impairment testing and stock‑based compensation valuations. What You Bring Bachelor’s degree in accounting (or related field) and CPA 10+ years of combined accounting, controllership and SEC reporting experience; combination of public accounting (Big 4) and industry experience preferred. Strong technical accounting knowledge of accounting principles and ability to research authoritative literature for proper accounting treatment. Knowledge and prior experience working with consolidations, consolidation tools (such as OneStream) and general ledger administration. Knowledge of Sarbanes‑Oxley rules. Excellent computer skills with Microsoft Office applications and strong skills in Excel and reporting. Ability to analyze, interpret, compare and explain variances. Ability to prioritize tasks and change focus as new information becomes available. Ability to work independently in a deadline‑oriented environment; proactive self‑starter with attention to detail. Must possess excellent interpersonal skills as well as written and verbal communication. Familiarity with web filing tools. The salary range for this position is $175,000 - $195,000 plus bonus potential. #J-18808-Ljbffr