Own the monthly and quarterly close, consolidated financial reporting, technical accounting, cost accounting, inventory valuation, and standard costing. Research US GAAP positions, support audits and internal controls, improve accounting processes through automation, and provide analyses for company-wide decisions. The role partners with the Controller, FP&A, Operations, and external auditors in a fast-paced manufacturing startup environment.
Hermeus is a venture-backed defense aviation company reclaiming the lost art of rapid iterative prototyping to build the fastest aircraft in the world today. By prioritizing relentless hardware iteration, we deliver high-speed systems at the pace of the modern battlefield. We work with the Department of War to provide the high-speed capabilities our nation and its allies need to maintain a durable, asymmetric advantage.
About the Role
We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to own the monthly close process, financial reporting, and technical accounting for a fast-growing business. This is a hands-on, high-ownership role suited to someone who thrives in ambiguity, can build scalable processes from scratch, and is comfortable operating without a fully mature back office. You'll be hands-on with the details and trusted with real ownership — partnering closely with our Controller, FP&A, and Operations teams to keep our books accurate and our processes scaling with the business.
Responsibilities:
- Own and continuously improve the monthly and quarterly close process end to end, driving toward a shorter close calendar
- Prepare consolidated financial statements in accordance with US GAAP
- Manage cost accounting, inventory valuation, and standard costing for our manufacturing operations
- Research and memo technical accounting positions (ex. ASC606, ASC842, ASC470, ASC718)
- Partner with external auditors and support internal controls as we mature
- Identify and implement process improvements and automation opportunities
- Support ad hoc projects and analyses that support company-wide decisions
Requirements:
- 6+ years of progressive accounting experience, ideally including manufacturing or industrial environments
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- Strong US GAAP knowledge, especially revenue recognition, leases, and cost accounting
- A track record of owning full-cycle close and financial reporting
- Comfort operating in a fast-moving startup environment where you'll help define the process
- Experience with various financial systems such as Office, Netsuite, Ramp, FloQast, etc.
- Excellent communication skills cross functionally being able to translate accounting to the business
Preferred Skills and Experience:
- CPA (active or in progress)
- Experience with government contractors (FAR/DFARS, CAS, DCAA)
- Big 4 or mid-tier audit background
The salary range listed for this role is intended as a general guideline. Final compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors, including role scope and responsibilities, relevant experience, education and training, key skills, market data, and business needs.
At Hermeus, compensation is only one part of our total rewards package. We offer competitive pay, equity, and a range of benefits designed to support our team.
- Health & Wellness: 100% employer-paid healthcare and pet insurance
- Financial: Competitive pay, stock options, 401(k) retirement plan, and potential year-end bonuses
- Time Off: Paid parental leave, 12 federal holidays, unlimited PTO for exempt employees, and generous accrued PTO for non-exempt employees
- Office Perks: Weekly paid office lunches and fully stocked breakrooms
U.S. EXPORT CONTROL COMPLIANCE STATUS
The person hired will have access to information and items subject to U.S. export controls, and therefore, must either be a “U.S. person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.62 or otherwise eligible for deemed export licensing. US persons include U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents (green card holders), and asylees and refugees with such status granted, not pending.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
Hermeus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions at Hermeus are based solely on merit, competence, and qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability, or any other legally protected status.
Hermeus Los Angeles, California, USA Office
Los Angeles, CA, United States
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