Manager, Assistant Controller

NOTE:  This position will be based full-time in our Houston, TX office currently located in Galleria area, and moving to City Center area in May 2026.

POSITION SUMMARY:  The Manager, Assistant Controller reports to the Senior Director, Controller. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, management of all aspects of day-to-day accounting operations and related personnel, management of the month-end close process, and owning and performing Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) controls.

1. Oversee all day-to-day accounting operations; including general ledger entries, accounts payable, fixed assets, cash accounting, and travel & expense reimbursement.
2. Lead the monthly close process and ensure that close deadlines are met timely and accurately.
3. Own, maintain, and successfully perform key Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) controls in areas such as Financial Close Management, Fixed Assets, Lease, Procure to Pay, and Payroll.
4. Manage and mentor general ledger and accounts payable team members. Coach and develop these personnel by providing clear objectives, timely performance feedback, and career development opportunities.
5. Prepare the monthly variance analysis for the consolidated balance sheet and statement of operations, ensuring that the analysis provides accurate and meaningful information on company performance.
6. Supervise the preparation and execution of the quarterly balance sheet account analysis and reconciliations performed by general ledger personnel
7. Collaborate cross-functionally with other teams, including Treasury, FP&A, Supply Chain and Product and Project Delivery.
8. Dedication to continuously improving processes and documentation, and leading process improvement initiatives.
9. Act as a primary liaison for internal and external audit requests.
10. Perform other duties as assigned.

• Business Acumen: A strategic thinker with good business perspective and an understanding of the company’s business.  Able to function comfortably in political interactions. Capable of developing strong interpersonal networks within the organization.
• Problem solving: Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner, gathers and reviews information appropriately.  Uses own judgment and acts independently; seeks input from other team members as appropriate for complex or sensitive situations.
• Oral/written communication: Listens carefully and speaks clearly and professionally in all situations. Edits work for accuracy and clarity, is able to create, read and interpret complex written information.  Ability to develop strong interpersonal networks within the organization.
• Planning/organizing: Prioritizes and plans work activities, organizes personal and project timelines and deadlines, tracks project timelines and deadlines, and uses time efficiently.
• Integrity: Is trusted by peers and subordinates.
• Adaptability: Adapts to changes in the work environment, manages competing demands and is able to deal with frequent interruptions, changes, delays, or unexpected events.
• Dependability: Consistently on time and at work, responds to management expectations and solicits feedback to improve performance.
• Team Building: Capable of developing strong interpersonal networks and trust within the organization, setting expectations and requirements and achieving accountability of supervised personnel.  Leads consensus by involving all stakeholders, facilitating their understanding of differences, agreeing on requirements and constraints, and developing the best solution.
• Safety Culture: Adheres to the NuScale Safety culture and is expected to model safe behavior and influence peers to meet high standards.
• Quality Assurance: Commits to the understanding and implementation of quality assurance regulations, standards and guidelines of 10 CFR 50 Appendix B, 10 CFR 21, and NQA-1.

• Education: A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related business field is required. An advanced degree and/or Certified Public Accountant designation is preferred.
• Experience: A minimum of eight years of full-time accounting experience, with at least three years of supervisory/managerial experience, is required.  Must possess advanced Microsoft Excel skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.  Must have strong written and verbal communication skills with a proven ability to work successfully on cross-functional teams, as well as independently, to accomplish objectives.  Additional required or preferred skills are as follows:
• Significant knowledge of US GAAP and SOX
• Demonstrated proficiency of accounting and/or auditing for a publicly traded company
• Proficiency identifying and driving process improvements
• Experience with Oracle ERP and EPM is not required but is a plus  
• Industry Requirements:  Eligible to work under Department of Energy 10 CFR Part 810.

• Ability to understand and communicate clearly using a phone, personal interaction, and computers.
• Ability to learn new job functions and comprehend and understand new concepts quickly and apply them accurately in a rapidly evolving environment.
• The employee frequently is required; to sit and stand; walk; bend, use hands to operate office equipment; and reach with hands and arms. 
• Ability to travel locally using common forms of transportation. 

NuScale Power, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, age, sex, marital status, national origin, disability or handicap, or veteran status.

Pay and Benefits: 

The target pay range for this position is $124,400 - $150,138 annually.  The full pay range is $111,531 - $174,446 annually. 

At NuScale, compensation decisions are determined using factors such as relevant job-related skills, full-time working experience, education and training, equity within the department. 

For information on employee benefits, please visit our Careers Overview page:  Employee Benefits | NuScale Power