Senior Accounting Manager / Hands-On Controller

Job description

Senior Accounting Manager / Hands-On Controller Position Overview We are seeking an energetic, detail-oriented, and self-motivated Senior Accounting Manager / Controller to own our end-to-end accounting operations and financial management. This role is a hybrid of tactical execution and strategic oversight: you will handle day-to-day general ledger bookkeeping, AP/AR, and payroll, while also managing ASC 606 revenue recognition, financial reporting, external audits, and tax strategy. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced growth environment, can seamlessly switch from daily operational accounting to executive-level reporting, and has proven experience establishing accounting systems for venture-backed startup companies. Key Responsibilities Financial Strategy, Controls & Compliance Accounting & GAAP Oversight: Enforce technical GAAP compliance, establish internal controls, design finance policies, and set up scalable accounting processes. ASC 606 Implementation: Oversee revenue recognition policy design and execution, including contract-level revenue modeling. Audit & Tax Management: Lead external annual audits with CPA firms, manage documentation readiness, and oversee annual tax strategy and compliance. Compliance & Governance: Manage lender, investor, and federal grant compliance. Evaluate corporate insurance policies and ensure adherence to federal, state, and local regulations. Equity & Cap Table Support: Maintain equity accounting, including convertible notes and SAFEs. Financial Analysis & Strategic Reporting Financial Reporting: Prepare and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, management dashboards, and board/investor reporting packages. Cost Control & KPIs: Establish key performance indicators (KPIs), analyze performance trends, and perform cost control analysis on payroll, operating expenses, and COGS. Specialized Accounting: Oversee inventory/WIP reporting, job and project cost accounting, and COGS analysis. Daily Accounting & Full-Cycle Operations General Ledger & Bookkeeping: Manage full-cycle bookkeeping, maintain and balance subsidiary accounts, post transactions, and prepare accruals on a monthly, quarterly, and yearly basis. AP / AR / Payroll: Execute full-cycle Accounts Payable (including check run control), Accounts Receivable, and process/approve payroll on schedule. Reconciliations & Assets: Perform bank, credit card, and subsidiary account reconciliations; set up and maintain fixed asset schedules. Systems & Software: Implement, maintain, and leverage cloud-based finance and ERP software to improve team efficiency. Vendor & Partner Management: Coordinate with outside attorneys, accountants, lenders, tax preparers, and benefits administrators. Qualifications & Requirements Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related business field. Experience: 7–10+ years of progressive corporate finance/accounting experience, with strong preference given to experience in public audit, a Controller role, or early-stage/venture-backed startups. Technical Skills: Deep expertise in GAAP, ASC 606, inventory/WIP accounting, job costing, and equity accounting (SAFEs, convertible notes). Proficiency with cloud accounting tools (QuickBooks Online, BILL, Gusto, Ramp, Expensify), advanced Excel, and modern collaboration tools (Slack, Google Workspace). Soft Skills & Attributes: Meticulous attention to detail with exceptional time management and problem-solving skills in high-growth environments. Strong communication skills with the ability to translate complex financial data into actionable insights for stakeholders. Ability to work independently and remotely with minimal supervision. Preferred / Plus Factors Industry Experience: Experience in high-tech, battery, or manufacturing industries. Grant Compliance: Experience with Federal Grant Compliance.