Senior Technical Accountant

Cesiumastro; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company stock options

Generous health benefits

Retirement plans

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Austin, TX is seeking a Senior Staff Accountant to join their finance team. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring compliance with US GAAP, managing financial reporting, and supporting high-quality accounting practices. The ideal candidate will have 5-8 years of technical accounting experience, preferably in aerospace or defense, and proficiency with ERP systems like NetSuite or SAP. This full-time position offers a competitive benefits package and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5–8 years of progressive technical accounting experience.
• Experience with Big 4 or national public accounting.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting.

Responsibilities

• Research and apply US GAAP for complex transactions.
• Prepare technical accounting memos and position papers.
• Support month-end and year-end close processes.

Skills

Technical accounting expertise

Proficiency in U.S. GAAP

Strong analytical skills

Communication skills

Experience with ERP systems

Advanced Excel skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

NetSuite

Oracle

SAP

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Please Note: To conform with the United States Government Space Technology Export Regulations, the applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., conditional resident, asylee or refugee (protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

At CesiumAstro, we are developers and pioneers of out-of-the-box communication systems for satellites, UAVs, launch vehicles, and other space and airborne platforms. We take pride in our dynamic and cross-functional work environment, which allows us to learn, develop, and engage across our organization. If you are looking for hands-on, interactive, and autonomous work, CesiumAstro is the place for you. We are actively seeking passionate, collaborative, energetic, and forward-thinking individuals to join our team.

We are looking to add a Senior Staff Accountant to our finance team. If you enjoy working in a startup environment and are passionate about making an impact in a growing company, we would like to hear from you.

In this role, you will serve as CesiumAstro’s subject-matter expert on complex accounting matters, ensuring compliance with US GAAP, accurate financial reporting, and sound accounting judgment in the highly regulated aerospace and defense environment. This role plays a key part in supporting high-quality financial reporting, informed business decisions, and scalable accounting practices as the Company grows.

This is a hands-on role suited for someone who thrives effectively in a fast-paced environment, takes ownership of technical accounting issues from initial analysis through implementation, and translates U.S. GAAP requirements into clear, executable accounting conclusions.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Research, interpret, and apply US GAAP for complex and non-routine transactions, including revenue recognition, leases, stock-based compensation, R&D costs, and contract modifications.
• Prepare and review technical accounting memos and position papers supporting significant transactions and judgments.
• Develop, implement, and maintain company accounting policies and procedures.
• Monitor new accounting standards and assess applicability and impact on aerospace, defense, and government contracting activities.
• Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes related to technical accounting areas.
• Assist with preparation of financial statements, footnote disclosures, and SEC filings.
• Evaluate accounting implications of mergers, acquisitions, and strategic initiatives.
• Review and approve complex journal entries, estimates, and accounting conclusions.
• Serve as key technical accounting liaison with external auditors.
• Prepare audit documentation and respond to technical accounting inquiries.
• Support SOX readiness, internal controls design and documentation as the company scales.
• Assist with compliance related to government audits, customer reporting, and regulatory requirements.
• Identify accounting risks and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Ensure accounting practices align with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), and government contracting requirements.
• Support accounting considerations related to long-term contracts, cost structures, and program accounting.

JOB REQUIREMENTS AND MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5–8 years of progressive technical accounting experience, including Big 4 or national public accounting and/or public company experience, preferably within aerospace, defense, regulated manufacturing, or IPO-ready environments.
• Experience working with enterprise ERP systems such as NetSuite, Oracle, SAP, or similar platforms.
• Proficiency with financial reporting and data analysis tools.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting requirements.
• Demonstrated experience preparing technical accounting memoranda and supporting accounting conclusions.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, with working knowledge of Word and PowerPoint.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• CPA or equivalent advanced accounting certification.
• Experience with FAR/CAS and government contracting accounting.

CesiumAstro considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills. Full-time employment offers include company stock options and a generous benefits package including health, dental, vision, HSA, FSA, life, disability and retirement plans.

CesiumAstro is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Please note: CesiumAstro does not accept unsolicited resumes from contract agencies or search firms. Any unsolicited resumes submitted to our website or to CesiumAstro team members will be considered property of CesiumAstro, and we will not be obligated to pay any referral fees.