"Alerted.org

Assistant Controller

Houston,TX

About Us

SolomonEdwardsGroup, LLC (“SolomonEdwards”) is a full-service professional services firm offering financial, operational, and technology consulting and operations support. We work with some of the world’s most prominent companies to help them envision and achieve a better future. We know that our consulting services are only as meaningful as the people and talent behind them, and we are committed to recruiting incredibly talented, committed, and collaborative individuals who can help us deliver exceptional client service. For more information, visit SolomonEdwards

Position Summary:

This role will be instrumental in leading and managing corporate accounting, financial reporting, internal reporting, and budgeting processes across a dynamic organization. The ideal candidate thrives in fast-paced, change-driven settings and brings strong technical accounting expertise, operational excellence, and a mindset for continuous improvement. The Assistant Controller will play a critical role in ensuring financial integrity, transparency, and operational insight while helping to scale systems and processes. This position is on-site in Houston, TX, Monday through Thursday, and remotely on Fridays.

Essential Duties:

Corporate Accounting and Financial Close:

• Lead and manage the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate reporting for corporate and subsidiary entities.

• Oversee general ledger activities, including accruals, intercompany transactions, and inventory-related accounting.

• Maintain proper documentation of accounting procedures and adherence to US GAAP and company policies.

Internal Reporting and Budgeting:

• Own the preparation of monthly internal management reports, including financial performance summaries, KPI dashboards, and operational metrics.

• Work closely with FP&A to deliver budget-to-actual variance analysis and support executive decision-making.

• Collaborate with department leaders to develop and refine annual budgets and rolling forecasts.

• Monitor and track key cost centers, inventory turnover, and gross margin drivers across business units.

Private Equity and Board Reporting:

• Prepare and deliver timely financial packages for board and executive management.

• Support the preparation of board materials and strategic finance reports, including cash flow forecasting and working capital analysis.

Audit, Controls, and Compliance:

• Serve as the primary contact for external auditors, managing the preparation and delivery of audit documentation and reconciliations.

• Strengthen internal control policies and ensure documentation of SOX-like controls in anticipation of future growth or public readiness.

• Support integration of newly acquired entities into financial reporting processes and accounting systems.

Process Improvement and Systems Development:

• Lead initiatives to automate and streamline reporting, reconciliation, and consolidation processes.

• Partner with FP&A and IT to align data structures across systems and improve visibility into business performance.

• Assist in ERP optimization projects or potential system transitions.

Leadership and Collaboration:

• Mentor and manage a growing team of accountants and financial analysts, ensuring high performance and accountability.

• Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, supply chain, and commercial teams to ensure financial data supports strategic goals.

• Support post-acquisition integration of new business units from an accounting and internal reporting perspective.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.

• CPA and/or MBA preferred.

• Must possess very strong management skills.

• Possess 15-20 years’ experience leading corporate accounting and finance teams.

• The individual must place intense focus on metrics and KPIs.

• Must possess highly polished communication skills (both written and verbal).

• Possess a Transformation background (highly organized and comfortable with agile, fast-paced change).

• Must be a “Big picture” thinker who also understands the real work being done by each team.

• Must be able to provide routine support for the CFO in the creation of board-level presentations.

• Ability and interest in training and mentoring team members.

Skills and Job-Specific Competencies:

• Experience in the energy/oil and gas, manufacturing, or industrial industries.

• Strong analytical and organizational skills.

• Eagerness to work collaboratively in a very fast-paced, ever-changing environment.

Travel Requirements: No travel will be required, unless at the client's discretion.

Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to qualified applicants or candidates with disabilities upon request to enable them to perform essential functions. This role may require mobility to attend in-person meetings, sitting or standing for extended periods, and the use of telephone, computer, or other electronic communication devices.

Salary Range: SolomonEdwards values your unique and individual experience and background. As such, we take a comprehensive approach when determining compensation for our roles. The compensation for this specific role is based on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to education, licensure and certifications, location, experience, and training. A reasonable estimate for the current hourly range for this role is $70 – 83.

Benefits: We are committed to providing health and financial stability by offering a comprehensive suite of benefits. Benefits include access to top-tier employers and job opportunities, health insurance, sick leave, and 401(k).

Inclusion and Diversity Statement: SolomonEdwards is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We firmly believe in fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. All employees, including managers and supervisors, are responsible for upholding our EEO and diversity principles. Discrimination or harassment of any kind will not be tolerated.

We value the contribution and wisdom of the team. At SolomonEdwards, we have built a vibrant and inclusive community. Our team members are curious, committed, and diverse. In keeping with our mission to build value through people, we cultivate a culture where differences are celebrated, and all members are treated fairly and equitably. Employees, business partners, and our extended stakeholder family are empowered to share their experiences, ideas, and perspectives and to be their whole selves.

Privacy: We adhere to the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). Your privacy is important to us, and we never sell your data to third parties. Personal information is only collected to match applicants with job opportunities. Copy/paste this URL to learn more about your rights: SolomonEdwards' Privacy Policy.

Our Recruiter Promise: Our talent acquisition team prioritizes integrity, professionalism, and transparency in every interaction. When you engage with SolomonEdwards, you can trust a respectful, secure experience from verified contacts. Copy/paste this URL to learn more about how we protect your candidate experience: Recruiter Promise.

Job Ref: 141946