Accounting Manager (First Hire)
Core
Establish and manage efficient, audit-ready financial processes for a high-growth software company, owning foundational accounting workflows and preparing for future audits.
Role type
First-hire Accounting Manager
Builds
Foundational financial workflows and scalable systems for a high-growth software company
Domain
Cybersecurity / Defense Technology
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Big 4 audit experience, high-growth startup accounting experience, financial systems expertise (ERP, spend management, payroll), advanced Excel/Google Sheets proficiency, ability to prioritize in fast-paced environments, self-propelled problem solving, AI tool adoption
Preferred skills
CPA certification, government contracts experience (DCAA compliance), defense or cybersecurity industry background, familiarity with Campfire and Ramp
Technologies
ERP, spend management platforms, payroll platforms, Excel, Google Sheets, Campfire, Ramp
Responsibilities
Own accounting functions from annual to day-to-day workflows, identify and implement solutions to automate and optimize processes, prepare for future audits, manage external partners (tax, bookkeeping, vendors, auditors), develop internal policies (expense, procurement), support cross-functional initiatives (Legal, HR, Office)
Seniority
First-hire, hands-on IC
