Manager of Technical Accounting

4 weeks ago


San Diego, California, United States Shield AI Full time

Introduction to Shield AI

Founded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed defense technology company whose mission is to protect service members and civilians with intelligent systems. In pursuit of this mission, Shield AI is building the world's best AI pilot. Its AI pilot, Hivemind, has flown a fighter jet (F-16), a vertical takeoff and landing drone (V-BAT), and a quadcopter (Nova). The company has offices in San Diego, Dallas, Washington DC and abroad. Shield AI's products and people are currently in the field actively supporting operations with the U.S. Department of Defense and U.S. allies.

This role will require collaboration with almost all aspects of the business, with primary goals of ensuring accurate recognition and reporting of all transactions, and helping the organization hit its financial goals. This role will sit at the intersection of technical accounting and accounting operations. The position will report directly to the Director of Technical Accounting and Financial Reporting and be a key partner within the company to improve the accounting process.

What You'll Do:

  • Conduct technical accounting research and implement complex accounting issues
  • Lead M&A accounting activities under ASC 805 and global policy alignment
  • Prepare technical schedules and memos for consolidations, revenue recognition, M&A, debt, leases, equity and stock-based compensation[DT(1]
  • Work closely with the legal team to assist in drafting contracts that help meet the company's strategic goals within the framework of accounting guidance
  • Create monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting packages
  • Develop and maintain global accounting policies and memos
  • Provide US GAAP compliance support to the Finance team, while educating business partners and team members on developments in accounting, financial reporting, and best industry practices
  • Liaise with external auditors, including performing walkthroughs, responding to audit requests, etc.
  • Provide technical support to members of Finance team on accounting treatment issues in compliance with US GAAP
  • Contribute to SOX compliance efforts for internal financial reporting controls
  • Perform additional duties as assigned by the Director of Technical Accounting and Financial Reporting

Required Qualifications:

  • 5+ years of public accounting; CPA required
  • Strong technical expertise in accordance with US GAAP
  • Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with all levels of employees, management, and external agencies to maximize performance, creativity, problem solving, and results
  • Strong attention to detail and organization skills

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with Costpoint is a plus
  • Experience with M&A, debt, equity, software revenue, stock-based compensation is a plus
  • Aerospace and defense or software sales experience is a plus

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Total package details:

Regular employee positions: Salary within range listed above + Bonus + Benefits + Equity

Temporary employee positions: Hourly within range listed above + temporary benefits package (applicable after 60 days of employment)

*Interns/Military Fellows/Part-time not eligible for bonus, benefits or equity

Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, licenses and certifications, and specific work location. All offers are contingent on a cleared background and possible reference check.

If you're interested in being part of our team, apply now

Shield AI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.



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