# Manager, Accounting

**Company:** [Shield AI](https://hotfix.jobs/companies/shield-ai)
**Location:** San Francisco, CA
**Role:** Finance & Accounting
**Salary:** $120k – $190k/yr
**Experience:** 5+ years
**Skills:** u.s. gaap, sox, Internal Controls, general ledger, financial close, financial consolidation, intercompany accounting, foreign currency translation, reconciliations, project-based accounting, Microsoft Office, CPA
**Posted:** 2026-08-12

> Manages global accounting close, consolidation, general ledger operations, reconciliations, and internal controls while improving scalable accounting systems and processes. Requires a bachelor’s degree, strong U.S. GAAP knowledge, and experience coordinating cross-functional work.

## Job Description

## Responsibilities
- Manage and execute key accounting operations, including the monthly global close and consolidation process with intercompany eliminations and foreign currency translation.
- Perform general ledger accounting, review accrual entries, and oversee cash transaction processing and reconciliations.
- Partner with the broader finance team to ensure a timely close and reporting cycle and assist with team objectives.
- Assist with implementing, documenting, and maintaining internal controls in preparation for future SOX compliance requirements.
- Contribute to implementing, enhancing, and optimizing accounting systems and processes.
- Support change management initiatives through clear documentation and governance practices.
- Promote quality and accuracy through ongoing review, verification, and reconciliation activities.
- Stay current on industry best practices and emerging accounting trends.
- Perform additional tasks as needed to support strategic objectives.

## Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; Accounting is preferred.
- Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and experience in a robust internal control environment.
- Familiarity with SOX compliance is a plus.
- Excellent time management and ability to manage multiple priorities independently in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, decision-making, communication, and collaboration skills.
- Experience coordinating with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders.
- Ability to manage projects from inception to completion while incorporating feedback from multiple sources.
- Ability to multitask, prioritize competing demands, and consistently meet deadlines.
- High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

## Nice-to-haves
- Experience in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
- Active CPA license.
- Experience in the aerospace and defense industries.
- Familiarity with project-based accounting.
- Strong leadership, communication, and influencing skills.
- Ability to analyze complex issues, interpret operational needs, and implement effective solutions.
- Decisiveness in resolving business challenges, making informed decisions, and establishing clear priorities.

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