Senior Accountant

Archer; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Archer in San Jose, CA is seeking a Senior Accountant to own key accounting areas and drive high-quality financial reporting in a fast-paced environment.

You will lead month-end close, intercompany reconciliations, and SOX controls, partnering with global teams and external auditors, while mentoring junior staff.

Required is a CPA preferred; background in SAP S/4HANA and Big 4/corporate accounting is valued; strong Excel and data skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting is required.
• 4+ years of progressive accounting experience in public and corporate settings.
• Hands-on experience with large ERP systems (SAP preferred) and strong Excel/data skills.
• Deep understanding of US GAAP and technical accounting research.
• Strong organizational, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Detail-oriented with high accuracy and quality in financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end accounting for assigned areas, including journal entries, reconciliations, and schedules (Leases ASC 842, Intercompany, Prepaids, Accruals, Cash, Payroll).
• Interpret and apply US GAAP and policy to complex transactions as SME for assigned areas.
• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes with clear variance explanations.
• Manage intercompany reconciliations and eliminations with global stakeholders for consolidation.
• Identify opportunities to enhance controls, streamline processes, and automate workflows.
• Ensure strong SOX compliance through documentation and internal controls improvements.
• Serve as a primary contact for external auditors, including PBCs and audit inquiries.
• Collaborate with FP&A, Supply Chain, Accounts Payable, Payroll, and SEC Reporting for accurate reporting.
• Mentor junior team members through knowledge sharing and guidance.

Skills

US GAAP

Advanced Excel

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

SOX compliance

Communication

Accounting leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Tools

SAP

Google Workspace

Job description

Archer is an aerospace company based in San Jose, California building an all-electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft with a mission to advance the benefits of sustainable air mobility. We are designing, manufacturing, and operating an all-electric aircraft that can carry four passengers while producing minimal noise.

Our sights are set high and our problems are hard, and we believe that diversity in the workplace is what makes us smarter, drives better insights, and will ultimately lift us all to success. We are dedicated to cultivating an equitable and inclusive environment that embraces our differences, and supports and celebrates all of our team members.

What You’ll Do:

We are seeking a Senior Accountant to join our Corporate Accounting team and take ownership of key accounting areas within a complex, fast-paced environment. This role is suited for a technically strong accounting professional who can operate independently, apply sound judgment, and drive high-quality financial reporting.

In this role, you will:

• Own end-to-end accounting for assigned areas, including preparation and review of journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules for areas such as Leases (ASC 842), Intercompany, Prepaid Expenses, Accruals, Cash, and Payroll.
• Act as the primary owner and subject matter expert for assigned accounting areas, interpreting and applying US GAAP and company policies to complex transactions.
• Lead key aspects of the monthly, quarterly, and annual close, including preparation and review of financial statements and providing clear and insightful variance explanations.
• Manage and review intercompany reconciliations and eliminations, partnering with global stakeholders to resolve discrepancies and support consolidation activities.
• Proactively identify opportunities to enhance controls, improve processes, and automate manual workflows, driving scalable and sustainable accounting solutions.
• Ensure strong SOX compliance through execution, documentation, and continuous improvement of internal controls.
• Act as a key point of contact for external auditors, including ownership of PBCs, responding to audit inquiries, and resolving issues efficiently.
• Partner cross-functionally with FP&A, Supply Chain, Accounts Payable, Payroll, and SEC Reporting to support accurate and timely internal and external reporting.
• Support and mentor junior team members through knowledge sharing, review of work, and process guidance, as applicable.

What You Need:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting.
• 4+ years of progressive accounting experience, including a mix of public accounting (Big 4 or large firm) and corporate accounting experience.
• Hands-on experience with large-scale ERP systems (SAP preferred).
• Advanced Excel and data analysis skills; ability to work with large data sets and streamline reporting.
• Deep understanding of US GAAP, including experience with technical accounting research.
• Highly organized, self-motivated, and able to prioritize effectively in a dynamic environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and collaborate across functions.
• Proven problem-solving skills, sound judgment, and a high standard for accuracy and quality.

Bonus Qualifications:

• CPA license
• Working knowledge of SAP S/4HANA and/or Blackline.
• Proficiency with Google Workspace.
• Experience supporting system implementations, process transformations, or accounting policy development.

Please note that this job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position and does not include an exhaustive list of responsibilities and qualifications.

Archer is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with physical or mental disabilities, and those with sincerely held religious beliefs. Applicants who may require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should provide their name and contact information to Archer’s People Team at [e-mail]. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.

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Archer is unable to provide work visa sponsorship for this position at the present time.

Archer is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusivity in the workplace. All aspects of employment are decided on the basis of merit, qualifications, and business needs. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Archer Aviation does not engage with external recruiting agencies/individual recruiters with whom it does not have a prior written agreement. Archer reserves the right to make use of any unsolicited resumes that it receives and bears no responsibility for payment of any fees asserted from the use of unsolicited resumes. If you are a recruiting agency or individual recruiter wishing to do business with Archer, please reach out to [e-mail]. All employment processes are managed by the Archer People Team.

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