US Accountant for IPO-Ready SaaS Finances

Syndicate; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity

Job summary

Aikido is building a US accounting function with true ownership from day one. You will run the close, manage US GAAP to IFRS alignment for group reporting, and partner with Belgium on intercompany activities. You will drive SOX controls and ERP improvements while supporting IPO readiness.

Join a fast‑growing security company where senior finance leaders value ownership, rigorous processes, and clear communication across teams in the US and Belgium.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 2–5 years of accounting experience.
• Public company experience or auditing SEC registrants.
• Experience in tech or SaaS, including ASC 606 revenue recognition.
• Strong US GAAP knowledge and month‑end close experience.
• Familiarity with SOX controls and documentation.
• Strong Excel skills and ERP experience.
• Clear written communication with cross‑team collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Run the monthly and quarterly close for the US entity including journals and reconciliations.
• Account SaaS subscription revenue under ASC 606, including deferred revenue.
• Manage intercompany transactions with the Belgian parent; support US GAAP to IFRS reporting.
• Own US payables/receivables, vendor setup, 1099 reporting and sales tax filings.
• Document processes and run internal controls toward SOX readiness.
• Prepare schedules for annual audits and quarterly reviews.
• Assist ERP rollout and automate close‑cycle tasks.
• Support FP&A with actuals and variance explanations.

Skills

Excel skills

Written communication

Cross-border collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

ERP

NetSuite

Stripe

Job description

Aikido is building a US accounting function with true ownership from day one. You will run the close, manage US GAAP to IFRS alignment for group reporting, and partner with Belgium on intercompany activities. You will drive SOX controls and ERP improvements while supporting IPO readiness.

Join a fast‑growing security company where senior finance leaders value ownership, rigorous processes, and clear communication across teams in the US and Belgium.