# Accounting Manager

**Company:** [Northwood Space](https://hotfix.jobs/companies/northwood-space)
**Location:** Los Angeles, CA, California
**Role:** Finance & Accounting
**Salary:** $75k – $155k/yr
**Experience:** 5+ years
**Skills:** US GAAP, ASC 606, NetSuite, ERP, cost accounting, general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, financial controls, cash management, CPA, cma, SQL, Financial Reporting, Month-End Close
**Posted:** 2026-08-06

> Leads corporate accounting operations, month-end close, cost accounting, financial controls, and cash management for an inventory-driven hardware company. Requires a bachelor’s degree, 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, US GAAP expertise, and ERP proficiency.

## Job Description

## Responsibilities
- Execute and oversee day-to-day general ledger activities in accordance with **US GAAP**.
- Support the Controller in designing, implementing, and maintaining company-wide financial controls and accounting policies.
- Manage the configuration, maintenance, and data integrity of the corporate accounting system; identify bottlenecks and optimize workflows.
- Coordinate schedules and prepare workpapers for external audits and tax compliance.
- Collaborate with local bookkeepers in international jurisdictions to support timely month-end close and accurate reporting.
- Lead cost accounting efforts and collaborate with production, supply chain, and engineering on unit cost reduction.
- Partner with Finance on cost reduction, fundraising, forecasting, and executive reporting.
- Implement process improvements to shorten month-end close timelines, scale systems, and automate accounting workflows.
- Manage end-to-end accounts payable, including invoice validation, purchase order matching, and coding.
- Review and authorize ACH, wire, and check payment runs for Controller approval.
- Resolve complex vendor invoice discrepancies and inquiries.
- Administer corporate credit card and employee expense reimbursement platforms while enforcing travel and entertainment policies.
- Produce accounts payable aging analyses and spend reports.
- Oversee customer invoice generation and transmission according to contracts and milestones.
- Manage collections, follow up on overdue accounts, and escalate billing disputes.
- Prepare accounts receivable aging reports and collections metrics.
- Analyze projected versus actual receipts to refine cash flow models.
- Partner with business development and legal teams to evaluate contract terms, billing structures, and revenue recognition under **ASC 606**.
- Own the monthly cash management cycle, including cash files, cash positioning, forecasting updates, and reporting to senior leadership.

## Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related business discipline.
- 5+ years of progressive professional corporate accounting experience.
- Strong knowledge of **US GAAP**, multi-entity financial reporting, **ASC 606**, and internal controls across domestic and international operations.
- Experience in a fast-paced, inventory-driven hardware or manufacturing environment.
- Proficiency with enterprise resource planning (ERP) financial software, specifically **NetSuite** or a comparable system.
- Hands-on approach with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage both operational accounting tasks and structured projects.

## Nice-to-Haves
- Active **CPA** or **CMA** designation.
- Accounting experience in aerospace, satellite, telecommunications, or defense industries.
- Familiarity with **SQL** or advanced data analysis tools for procurement, inventory, or billing reporting pipelines.
- Experience building, scaling, and mentoring a lean accounting team during rapid growth.

## Compensation and Benefits
- Annual salary range: **$75,000–$155,000**.
- The role requires compliance with U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including **ITAR** eligibility.

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