General Matter · 8 hours ago
Staff Accountant
Los Angeles, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry Level
$85K/yr - $145K/yr
3+ years expGeneral Matter is a company focused on enriching uranium in America to restore the nation's ability to produce nuclear fuel. The Staff Accountant will be responsible for core accounting operations and developing scalable processes and internal controls as the company transitions to a larger industrial enterprise.
EnergyFuelManufacturingNuclear
Responsibilities
Own and execute core accounting operations, including monthly close, journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations
Design and implement foundational accounting processes, policies, and documentation to support scale
Build and manage the accrual process, ensuring accurate and timely expense recognition
Review open purchase orders and collaborate with operations and procurement to ensure proper tracking and closure
Partner cross-functionally to improve expense visibility, budgeting inputs, and interdepartmental communication
Develop and implement internal controls and procedures appropriate for a growing, regulated, advanced manufacturing environment
Prepare financial schedules, supporting documentation, and analyses for management and external stakeholders
Research and resolve accounting issues and variances, applying strong US GAAP judgment
Support system selection, implementation, and optimization (e.g., ERP, close tools, expense systems) as the company grows
Establish a strong control environment while maintaining a practical, business-oriented approach
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field
3+ years of progressive accounting experience
Strong knowledge in US GAAP with a mix of technical and operational accounting experience
Willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed
This position is based in Los Angeles, CA and requires being onsite full-time – hybrid and remote work will not be considered
Preferred
Highly detail-oriented with strong Excel skills and experience working with ERP systems
Experience building or improving accounting processes in a high-growth or early-stage environment
Ability to manage competing priorities and operate effectively in an ambiguous, fast-moving organization
Comfortable 'getting hands dirty' while also partnering with leadership on higher-level priorities
CPA (active or inactive) and/or MBA preferred
Prior experience in advanced manufacturing, energy, industrial, or technology-driven companies is a plus
Benefits
Long-term incentives, in the form of stock options
Access to medical, vision & dental coverage
Access to a 401(k) retirement plan
Company
General Matter
General Matter is a nuclear energy company that produces enriched uranium fuel for nuclear energy applications.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
$50MKey Investors
Founders Fund
2025-04-14Series Unknown· $50M
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