Shield AI · 1 week ago
Senior Accountant (R4209)
San Francisco, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$80K/yr - $120K/yr
5+ years expShield AI is a venture-backed deep-tech company focused on protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. They are seeking a Senior Accountant to play a critical role in scaling their accounting function, influencing financial data production and improving operations.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Autonomous VehiclesDronesMachine LearningNational Security
Responsibilities
Own close for assigned areas: prepare journals, account reconciliations, and flux analysis; ensure GL-to-subledger integrity
Manage key GL cycles: prepaids, accruals, fixed assets, inventory/COGS, payroll entries, and deferred revenue with clean rollforwards and documentation
Drive cutoffs and analytics: coordinate with AP/AR/Payroll/Procurement/FP&A on accruals and budget-to-actuals; propose adjustments based on data
Uplift controls and audit readiness: Identify risks, control gaps, or inefficiencies and drive solutions with minimal direction
Improve processes and tools: standardize templates, automate reconciliations, streamline the close calendar
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
CPA or CPA eligible
5+ years of progressive accounting experience in public accounting (Big 4 or national firm) and/or a high-growth operating environment
Proficiency with GLs/subledgers and reconciliation tools (e.g., FloQast) and strong Excel/Sheets skills
Solid working knowledge of US GAAP and internal controls
Clear communicator with an ownership mindset and the ability to collaborate to deadlines
Strong attention to detail and problem-solving mindset
Benefits
Bonus
Benefits
Equity
Temporary benefits package (applicable after 60 days of employment)
Company
Shield AI
Shield AI is a deep-tech company that focuses on developing AI-powered systems to enhance the safety of service members and civilians.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$1.31BKey Investors
Hercules CapitalUS Innovative Technology FundSnowpoint Ventures
2025-03-06Series F· $240M
2023-12-29Debt Financing· $200M
2023-10-31Series F· $300M
Leadership Team
Gary Steele
Chief Executive Officer
Brandon Tseng
Co-Founder
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