Shield AI · 1 week ago
Senior Accountant, International (R4207)
San Francisco, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$100K/yr - $150K/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 manage global accounting processes, including domestic close and international accounting activities, ensuring accurate and compliant financials as the business expands internationally.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Autonomous VehiclesDronesMachine LearningNational Security
Responsibilities
Own U.S. close for assigned entities and processes: prepare journals, reconciliations, and flux; maintain GL–subledger integrity across prepaids, accruals, fixed assets, payroll, and deferrals
Lead close for select foreign subsidiaries: Serve as the U.S. accounting owner for assigned foreign entities, including oversight of local close inputs, U.S. GAAP adjustments, and consolidation readiness.Run the intercompany lifecycle end to end (initiation, settlement, reconciliation) and drive zero-imbalance prior to consolidation in coordination with regional providers
Strengthen controls and audit readiness: SOX-aligned evidence of completeness/accuracy, reviewer sign-offs, and PBC support for local and consolidated audits
Improve processes and systems: automate reconciliations, reduce cycle time, and partner across accounting teams to reduce recurring issues
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 international operating environment
Advanced proficiency is Excel and data analysis
Strong knowledge of IFRS and US GAAP
Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaborate cross-functionally in a fast-moving environment
Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills
Strong attention to detail and problem-solving mindset
Preferred
CPA
Experience in multinational corporations or global shared services
Advanced proficiency in Excel and data analysis
Familiarity with tax implications of international operations
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
Shield AI has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not
guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your
reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
Distribution of Different Job Fields Receiving Sponsorship
Represents job field similar to this job
Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (3)
2024 (3)
2021 (1)
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
Recent News
Morningstar.com
2026-01-19
Dynamic Business
2026-01-19
Washington Technology
2026-01-11
Company data provided by crunchbase