How the role will make an impact:
Lead the accounting team and ensure that overall financial control for the Quanex Access Solutions function, reporting systems operate accurately and provide reliable, fair, accurate, relevant, timely and understandable financial information to the stakeholders.
Main Tasks & Responsibilities:
* Maintain and monitor all financial control systems to assure continued compliance with Quanex policies, generally accepted accounting principles to include Sarbanes-Oxley.
* Provide leadership and supervision for the accounting/finance department, encompassing duties such as account analysis, cost analysis and potential engagement with treasury regarding banking and administration concerns.
* Coach, develop and mentor the accounting team to assure continuous performance improvements are achieved.
* Participate with the divisional leadership team to help define and highlight business issues, risks and opportunities, for use in strategic decision making and planning.
* Provide guidance to management in the evaluation, definition and implementation of short and long-term financial needs and goals for the organisation and individual departments.
* Monitor, supervise and oversee the control of cash transactions within the organisation.
* Coordinate the flow of financial information between the plant and Quanex.
* Lead the flow of financial information to assure that the financial reporting systems are objective, relevant, timely and understandable by the stakeholders.
* Coordinate with all levels of management to gather, analyse, summarize, interpret and prepare recommendations regarding financial plans, acquisition activity, governmental requirements and new business opportunities.
* Review all journal entries, account reconciliation, Sox documentation, tax returns.
Key Skills:
* Qualified with a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
* CIMA preferred.
* Proven experience of finance and accounting experience with demonstrated progressive responsibilities.
* Leadership and mentoring skills.
* Large ERP system experience preferred.
* Ability to analyse and interpret financial data and prepare financial reports and statements.
* Strong organisational and time management skills and attention to detail.
* Experience in manufacturing accounting.
* Knowledge of SOX preferred but not required.
* Strong critical thinking and problem-solving capabilities.
Benefits:
* Competitive Salary
* 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
* Holiday purchase scheme
* Pension match up to 7%
* 4 x Salary Life Assurance
* Enhanced Maternity, Paternity, Adoption and Shared Parental Leave
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Cycle to Work Scheme
* Free Eye Tests
* Subsidised Canteen
* Volunteering and Team Building Days
About Us:
We are not just another manufacturing company; we are part of something bigger!
We are Quanex, a global, publicly traded manufacturing company serving OEMs in the fenestration, hardware, cabinetry, solar, refrigeration, security, and outdoor products markets.
This position is based at our Access Solutions site
Access Solutions provides a total manufacturing solution for roof, ceiling, wall and floor access products to the commercial construction industry.
Our mission is to positively impact our customers, employees and shareholders and put them at the centre of everything we do, through innovation technology and best-in-class customer service.
Health & Safety Responsibilities:
At Quanex, the health and safety of our employees are our top priorities. We are committed to providing a safe and supportive working environment by adhering to the highest safety standards and regulations. Through comprehensive training, regular safety checks, and open communication, we ensure that every team member feels confident and protected while performing their duties. We continuously strive to minimise risks, promote well-being, and encourage a culture of safety across all levels of our organisation.
Join us and be part of a team where your safety is as important as your success.