Sr Accounting Manager – Technical Accounting & Reporting

Overview

A leading aerospace technology organization is seeking a highly skilled Senior Accounting Manager to support technical accounting, financial reporting, and SOX compliance in a fast-paced environment. This role can be based in Palo Alto, CA, or performed remotely, with preference given to remote candidates located in the Central Standard Time (CST) zone.

This position is ideal for a hands-on accounting professional with strong U.S. GAAP expertise, public company experience, and advanced SAP knowledge who thrives in complex, high-accountability environments.

Responsibilities

• Own and prepare technical accounting memos for complex and non-routine transactions, including revenue recognition, leases, accruals, and inventory
• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting in accordance with U.S. GAAP
• Lead and support month-end close activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, and flux analysis
• Maintain and support SOX compliance and internal control framework, including documentation and testing
• Collaborate with external auditors on accounting positions and audit deliverables
• Perform variance analysis and provide clear financial insights
• Drive process improvements and initiatives to enhance close efficiency
• Support and optimize financial systems such as SAP, FloQast, and LeaseQuery
• Manage and mentor a team of direct reports

Minimum Requirements

• U.S. citizenship or permanent resident status
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation required
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive accounting experience
• Experience in public accounting and/or publicly traded company environment; Big 4 experience strongly preferred
• Proficiency with U.S. GAAP and technical accounting research
• Experience preparing technical accounting memos in a public or audit environment
• Experience with SOX implementation, control design, and testing
• Experience with financial reporting and month-end close processes

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with FloQast and/or LeaseQuery
• Advanced SAP expertise
• Strong technical accounting and documentation skills
• High attention to detail and ownership mindset
• Ability to work independently
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Effective communication skills with cross-functional teams and auditors
• Continuous improvement mindset

Compensation & Benefits

Base salary ranges vary by location and are determined based on experience, qualifications, skills, geographic work location, and market conditions. Candidates meeting minimum qualifications should not expect to receive the upper end of the pay range.

• Colorado, New Jersey, Delaware: $120,000 - $200,000 annually
• Washington, DC metropolitan area: $132,000 - $220,000 annually
• California: $138,000 - $230,000 annually

For other states, geographic cost of labor is used to develop market-driven salary ranges.

The position is also incentive eligible, with targets based on individual contribution, company performance, and/or results achieved. Specific incentive plans and target amounts will be determined based on the role and scope of contributions.

A comprehensive benefits package is offered, including paid time off, health and welfare insurance, and 401(k) plans for eligible employees. Additional benefits information will be provided during the recruitment process.

Location

• Palo Alto, California (on-site) or remote (preference for candidates in the CST time zone)

The application window remains open until a qualified candidate is identified. Reposting of the position resets the application window to three days from the repost date.