Financial Reporting Lead

Work Location: US.TX.The Woodlands.9320 Lakeside Boulevard

Working Environment: On-Site/Hybrid (on-site with some work from home flexibility)

Division: Site Access

Finance - Finance Specialization

NPK International inc. (NYSE: NPKI) is the only site access solutions partner to manufacture and rent industry-leading sustainable composite matting, along with a full suite of services including planning, logistics, and remediation - so you can protect your people, the environment, and your bottom line.

Job Summary:

The Financial Reporting - Lead is a key member of the accounting organization, responsible for leading the Company’s external and internal financial reporting process and supporting complex accounting and financial analysis. This role serves as a subject-matter expert and primary coordinator for SEC reporting activities, ensuring the accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of all deliverables.

The Financial Reporting Lead operates with a high degree of autonomy and plays a central role in maintaining compliance with U.S. GAAP, SEC regulations, and SOX requirements. This role requires strong technical accounting expertise, analytical capabilities, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced public company environment.

Key Responsibilities:

SEC Reporting

• Lead and coordinate the preparation of SEC filings, including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, and registration statements
• Prepare and review financial statements, footnotes, and disclosures in accordance with U.S. GAAP and SEC requirements
• Manage reporting timelines and coordinate cross-functional inputs

Financial Close & Management Reporting

• Prepare monthly consolidated financial statements and supporting schedules
• Assist in the preparation of management reporting packages and variance analysis
• Provide insights into financial performance and key drivers

Technical Accounting

• Perform and lead research on complex accounting matters and new accounting standards
• Draft and review technical accounting memos
• Evaluate and implement new accounting pronouncements and assess business impacts
• Serve as a subject-matter expert for accounting guidance across the organization

Financial Analysis & Complex Accounting Areas

• Lead preparation and review of key accounting areas, including:
• Earnings per share (EPS)
• Stock-based compensation
• Impairment analyses
• Other significant estimates and complex transactions
• Ensure completeness and accuracy of supporting documentation and analysis

Financial Close & Management Reporting

• Prepare and review monthly consolidated financial statements and supporting schedules
• Oversee management reporting packages and perform variance analysis
• Provide insights into financial results and key performance drivers

Audit Coordination

• Serve as a primary point of contact for auditors on reporting-related matters
• Coordinate audit deliverables and support requests for both internal and external audits
• Review schedules and documentation prior to submission

Policies, Procedures & Internal Controls

• Maintain and update accounting policies and procedures
• Lead efforts to document, enhance, and maintain internal controls over financial reporting
• Partner with internal audit to support SOX compliance, including control testing and remediation

Operational Excellence & Process Improvement

• Lead reporting timelines and act as the “quarter-end close quarterback”
• Drive process improvements, automation, and standardization within the financial reporting function

Investor Relations Support

• Review and validate financial data used in investor presentations, earnings releases, and external communications
• Ensure consistency across all externally reported financial information

Special Projects & Ad Hoc Reporting

• Assist with preparation of Audit Committee and Board of Directors materials
• Support bank reporting, compliance requirements, and certifications
• Participate in forecasting, budgeting, and variance analysis processes
• Support merger and acquisition activities, including purchase accounting and integration efforts
• Lead or support special projects and ad hoc requests across the finance organization

Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (required)
• CPA certification (required or strongly preferred)
• 4-6 years of relevant experience (public accounting and/or public company reporting preferred)

Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting requirements
• Experience with financial reporting systems and ERP platforms
• Experience with Workiva preferred

WHY JOIN NPK?

One of NPK’s Core Values is Excellence. It means we are committed to delivering value through performance, innovation, and service quality, and that commitment starts with YOU! NPK is where you can challenge yourself in new and exciting ways and work in an environment that supports and values you. Here at NPK, we are committed to finding, developing, retaining, and rewarding the best talent while providing an environment where our employees can grow professionally and personally.

WHAT WE VALUE

At NPK, our values, safety, integrity, accountability, respect, and excellence are more tan words - they are non-negotiable fundamentals that define what is important to us. They are the foundation for our purpose.

Our Purpose encapsulates how our values work together to drive our decision-making, actions, and behaviors. They help us create meaningful relationships with each other, our clients, and partners. Every day, we strive to live these values and fulfill our purpose, building a culture that reflects who we are and where we're headed.

P - People Focused - First in every action

U - United - Different voices make us stronger together

R - Reliable - Unwavering in our quality and service

P - Passionate - Energy and excitement is our fuel

O - Optimistic - Any moment is a chance to shine

S - Sincere - Authenticity starts with vulnerability

E - Enterprising - Agility is the key to opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer. NPK and its affiliates do not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, sexual orientation, disability, military service/veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status. For more information on Equal Employment Opportunity, please click here.

NPK International, Inc. is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity, including providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with a disability. Applications with a physical or mental disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process may contact the Manager, HR Governance & Compliance at HRcompliance@npki.com