Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Venus Aerospace is revolutionizing rocket engine propulsion. The Accounting Manager will have end-to-end responsibility for accounting and financial reporting, working closely with cross-functional teams to enhance systems and processes in a fast-growing organization.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for the full general ledger, balance sheet, income statement, and cash flow statement. Lead and oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes and compilation of financial reporting packages
- Manage one direct report through the AP and expense workflows by approving weekly payment runs and assisting in cash management planning. Investigate and resolve vendor/PO issues as needed
- Administer and process bi-weekly and weekly payroll runs, with input assistance from the People & Culture department. Manage accounting treatment of payrolls
- Provide support to audit and tax professionals, including compilation of PBCs, preparation of clean financial packages, and managing project timelines
- Advanced accounting treatment: apply GAAP for advanced accounting principles including ASC 606, ASC 842, and ASC 718
- Collaborate cross-functionally with various department leads to ensure transactions are properly coded and reconciled
- Support monthly budget-to-actual reviews, including breakdown into program cost-tracking and analysis
- Actively involved in the growth and development of financial systems, including ERP implementation, establishing new processes to support manufacturing and accounting for inventory
Skills
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field
- Active CPA license in Texas
- 5+ years of experience in a mixture of public and corporate accounting
- Demonstrated ownership of monthly/quarterly/annual reporting cadences and ability to prepare and present tailored result packages to leadership
- Leadership experience managing teams on tight schedules, communicating status updates and results to supervisors along the way
- Advanced proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Office Suite
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills; experience partnering with engineering-heavy product organizations and translating technical drivers into financial outcomes
- Experience with ERP systems and prior experience with an implementation is a plus
- Background in accounting for aerospace and defense industry, a manufacturing company, or related fields. Familiarity with government contracting and sub-contracting concepts (program lifecycle, cost structure/rates) or strong demonstrated ability to learn quickly
Benefits
- Venus Aerospace employee benefits include a 401(k) plan, stock options, and medical benefits, including dental and vision.
- We have a flex-Friday flexible schedule, unlimited PTO, and receive professional development opportunities.
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