Oversee all day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger, AP/AR, payroll, revenue recognition, and month-end close
Ensure accurate and timely financial statements in compliance with GAAP, including technical matters such as revenue recognition, lease accounting, research and development expenditures and capitalization, and stock-based compensation
Develop and implement internal controls, accounting policies, and scalable processes
Manage cash flow forecasting, budgeting, and financial planning in collaboration with executive leadership
Lead annual audit and tax preparation with external auditors and advisors
Implement and manage accounting systems, tools, and infrastructure suitable for a growing startup
Support contract review, financial modeling, and cost analysis to inform business decisions
Partner cross-functionally with Operations, R&D, and Sales/Business Development to track project costs and financial performance
Prepare board-level financial reporting packages and support investor communications as needed
Build and lead a small accounting/finance team as the company grows
Requirements
9+ years of progressive accounting or finance experience
Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and experience managing audits
Prior experience in a high-growth startup in technology, biotech, or hardware/manufacturing environment
Proven ability to design and implement accounting processes and systems
Demonstrated ability to manage budgets, cash flow, and forward-looking financial modeling
Exceptional attention to detail, analytical skills, and financial acumen
Proficiency with accounting software (e.g., NetSuite or similar) and Excel/Google Sheets
Ability to operate both strategically and hands-on in a fast-paced environment