Senior Accountant

Atom Computing
Boulder, CO
On-site

Who this role is best for

Candidates with accounting experience in manufacturing and strong process-building skills will find this role in a high-growth quantum computing company in Boulder, CO, with a focus on internal controls and financial systems.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with corporate accounting experience and a track record in process improvement
    — “5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including corporate accounting experience”
  • Professionals who have worked in high-growth or multi-location environments
    — “Experience in a high-growth or multi-location business”
  • Individuals with expertise in ERP systems and a background in U.S. GAAP compliance
    — “Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, accrual accounting, and financial reporting requirements”

Things to consider

  • This role requires a full-time, in-office commitment for five days per week
    — “This role requires working onsite at our Boulder office five days per week”
  • Candidates should be prepared to support manufacturing-specific accounting needs
    — “Help develop the accounting processes needed to support manufacturing operations”

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience with financial systems and internal controls in your resume and interview
    — “Develop and improve accounting processes, internal controls, and financial reporting systems”
  • Emphasize your ability to translate operational needs into financial solutions
    — “Strong business acumen and the ability to understand operational needs and translate them into effective financial processes”
  • Showcase your proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Excel in your application materials
    — “Proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Excel”
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What success looks like

  • 5+ years of progressive accounting experience
  • Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting requirements
Typical background
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Skills & requirements

Required

AccountingFinancial ReportingGAAPERP SystemsFinancial AnalysisInternal ControlsBudget ManagementFinancial Audits

Preferred

Public AccountingManufacturing AccountingHigh-growth Business ExperienceNetsuiteInternational AccountingPublic Company Experience

Stack & domain

AccountingFinancial ReportingERP SystemsMicrosoft ExcelU.S. GAAPNetsuiteProblem-solvingCommunicationBusiness AcumenCPAFinance

About the role

Original posting from Atom Computing via Lever

At Atom Computing, we build quantum computers using arrays of optically trapped neutral atoms that will empower customers to achieve unprecedented computational breakthroughs. Join a world-class team of scientists, engineers, and business professionals to advance the state-of-the-art in quantum computing.

Atom Computing is seeking a Senior Accountant to support the company’s accounting operations and ensure the accuracy and integrity of its financial reporting. Reporting directly to the Controller, you will be responsible for executing key accounting activities, maintaining effective internal controls, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements, and applying your knowledge of accounting systems and transactions to support business objectives.

This role requires working onsite at our Boulder office five days per week.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Manage core accounting activities, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, fixed assets, project accounting, revenue recognition, and cash/credit card reconciliation
  • Execute the month-end close process, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial reporting.
  • Maintain accurate financial records and ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and company accounting policies.
  • Develop and improve accounting processes, internal controls, and financial reporting systems.
  • Partner with Finance and cross-functional teams to support business decisions and establish scalable accounting practices.
  • Help develop the accounting processes needed to support manufacturing operations, including inventory and cost accounting.
  • Support external audits and regulatory reporting requirements.

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
  • 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including corporate accounting experience.
  • Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, accrual accounting, and financial reporting requirements.
  • Experience independently managing month-end close activities.
  • Experience developing or improving accounting processes, systems, and internal controls.
  • Strong business acumen and the ability to understand operational needs and translate them into effective financial processes.
  • Proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Excel.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation.
  • Experience building accounting processes or financial infrastructure within a manufacturing organization.
  • Experience in a high-growth or multi-location business.
  • Public accounting experience.
  • Experience with NetSuite.
  • International accounting experience.
  • Public company experience.

Atom Computing provides a wide variety of perks and benefits, including fully paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and their dependents. Additional benefits include unlimited paid time off, 401(k) company matching, short- and long-term disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, dependent care benefits, and life insurance. We also offer drinks, snacks, and catered team lunches in our offices.

The base salary range for this position is $110,000–$140,000, commensurate with experience. In addition to salary, we offer an annual bonus and equity in the company.

Source: Atom Computing careers (Lever)

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