Senior Accountant

AST SpaceMobile; Chennai District; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,500,000; Full time

Job summary

AST SpaceMobile is seeking a Senior Accountant to support daily financial operations and ensure GAAP compliance in a dynamic environment. The role emphasizes accurate record-keeping, reconciliations, and supporting year-end closing processes.

The candidate should have 5–10 years of accounting experience, MBA (finance) and CA qualifications, and proficiency in India GAAP with a preference for NetSuite expertise and advanced Excel skills. Fluency in English is required.

Qualifications

• MBA (finance) and CA qualifications required.
• 5–10 years of accounting experience.
• Fluent English required; strong attention to detail and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Record daily financial transactions and maintain up‑to‑date financial records.
• Perform account reconciliations (bank statements and general ledger).
• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable processes.
• Assist with month-, quarter-, and year-end close procedures.
• Maintain organized and compliant financial documentation and filing systems.
• Support internal and external audit requests and related documentation.
• Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual consolidated financial reports.
• Ensure adherence to GAAP and internal accounting standards.

Skills

Fluent English

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Education

MBA (finance)

CA

Tools

NetSuite

Oracle

Microsoft Excel

Job description

AST SpaceMobile is building the first and only global cellular broadband network in space to operate directly with standard, unmodified mobile devices based on our extensive IP and patent portfolio and designed for both commercial and government applications. Our engineers and space scientists are on a mission to eliminate the connectivity gaps faced by today’s five billion mobile subscribers and finally bring broadband to the billions who remain unconnected.

Position Overview

We are seeking a motivated and detail‑oriented Senior Accountant to support our accounting team with daily financial operations. This role is well‑suited for mid-level career professionals eager to gain hands‑on experience and build a strong foundation in accounting within a dynamic and supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Record daily financial transactions and maintain accurate, up‑to‑date financial records
• Perform account reconciliations, including bank statements and general ledger accounts
• Support both accounts payable and accounts receivable processes
• Assist with month‑end, quarter‑end, and year‑end close procedures
• Maintain organized and compliant financial documentation and filing systems
• Support internal and external audit requests and related documentation gathering
• Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual consolidated financial reports
• Ensure adherence to company policies, GAAP, and internal accounting standards
  
  

Qualifications

Education:

MBA (finance), CA

Experience:

A minimum of 5–10 year of accounting experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience 5-10 years
• Proficient in India Gaap-must, US Gaap-advantage
• Experienced in India tax compliance
• Fluent English-must
• NetSuite experince-advantage
• Proficient in Excel- must
  
  

Soft Skills:

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Effective analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Good organizational and time‑management abilities
• Willingness to learn, take direction, and grow within the role
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team‑oriented environment
  
  

Technology Stack:

• Microsoft Excel
• Accounting ERP systems such as NetSuite or Oracle (preferred)
• General proficiency in standard office productivity tools (Microsoft Office, Google Workspace)
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in a standard office environment
• Ability to use a computer and sit for extended periods
• Participate in virtual or in‑person meetings as required
  
  

This job description may not be inclusive to the duties and responsibilities listed. Additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time or the scope of the job may change as needed by business demands.

AST SpaceMobile is an Equal Opportunity, at will Employer; employment is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by 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.