Senior Manager, Global Accounting & Controls

Shield AI; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 139,000 - 209,000; Full time

Job summary

Shield AI is seeking a strategic and operationally strong Senior Manager, Accounting to join our Finance organization. As Shield AI scales globally, this role will lead global accounting operations, drive controllership, and mature financial infrastructure in support of growth and future public-company readiness.

Reporting to the Accounting Director, you will oversee close processes, intercompany activities, and cross-functional collaboration to implement scalable systems, controls, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• 12+ years progressive accounting experience in high-growth, complex environments.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting, consolidations, and internal controls; SOX experience preferred.
• Experience leading close processes across multiple entities with cross-functional stakeholders.
• Drive process improvement, scalability, and systems optimization initiatives.
• Excellent communication and project management skills; able to operate independently.

Responsibilities

• Lead global accounting operations, including monthly/quarterly close, GL, accruals, project accounting, capital projects, reconciliations, and cash.
• Drive efficient, accurate close and reporting across domestic and international entities, ensuring GAAP compliance.
• Partner with FP&A, Treasury, Tax, Program Finance, and Operations to align reporting and strategic objectives.
• Develop and implement accounting policies, controls, and governance for future SOX readiness.
• Identify opportunities to automate workflows and improve data integrity and reporting capabilities.
• Lead ERP enhancements, finance system implementations, and reporting automation projects.
• Support external audits, statutory reporting, and coordination with advisors and stakeholders.
• Create and maintain documentation for processes, controls, and activities for audit readiness.
• Provide mentorship and develop a high-performance accounting team.

Skills

U.S. GAAP

SOX readiness

Cross-functional leadership

Analytical skills

Project management

Communication

Ownership and initiative

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

MS Office Suite

ERP systems

Job description

Shield AI is seeking a strategic and operationally strong Senior Manager, Accounting to join our Finance organization. As Shield AI scales globally, this role will lead global accounting operations, drive controllership, and mature financial infrastructure in support of growth and future public-company readiness.

Reporting to the Accounting Director, you will oversee close processes, intercompany activities, and cross-functional collaboration to implement scalable systems, controls, and