Otto Aerospace · 13 hours ago
Financial Reporting & Compliance Manager
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior LevelOtto Aerospace is developing the world’s first fifth-generation business jet, designed for sustainability through innovative aerodynamics and composites. The Financial Reporting and Compliance Manager will oversee statutory reporting, internal controls, and compliance processes in preparation for a future IPO and SEC reporting.
AerospaceAir Transportation
No H1B
Responsibilities
Lead the preparation of quarterly and annual financial statements and footnote disclosures in accordance with US GAAP, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and audit ready support
Coordinate the end-to-end reporting calendar for the IPO process (S-1 or equivalent registration statement) and ongoing public filings, partnering with Legal, Investor Relations, and external advisors
Own the full reporting process, including segment reporting, EPS calculations, and equity roll forwards, ensuring data integrity between ERP and equity reporting tools (Carta)
Develop, document, and maintain accounting policies and position papers for complex areas such as revenue recognition, stock-based compensation, leases, R&D program accounting, and debt/equity instruments
Design, implement, and maintain the internal control over financial reporting (ICFR) framework, including comprehensive risk and control matrix, process narratives, and key controls aligned with SOX expectations
Partner with process owners across Finance, HR, Legal, Operations, Supply Chain and ITDE to identify control gaps, define remediation plans, and monitor ongoing compliance and control execution
Coordinate with external auditors and SOX advisors on audit and ICFR testing, including walkthroughs, control testing support, and timely remediation of deficiencies
Implement and manage a quarterly disclosure and certification process, including sub-certifications and from functional leaders and support for CEO/CFO certifications post-IPO
Support the design and implementation of GRC (governance, risk and compliance) tools to automate reporting and control management
Own tax and regulatory compliance and reporting, partners with tax firm and maintains regulatory filings calendar
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required; CPA required
Strong knowledge of GAAP, SEC reporting requirement, and SOX internal control frameworks (e.g. COSO); experience taking a company through IPO or SPAC is a significant plus
Demonstrated experience preparing or reviewing 10-K/10-Q filings, footnote disclosures, and technical accounting memos
Hands on experience designing and implementing internal controls, including documentation, testing coordination, and remediation
Prior exposure to manufacturing, aerospace, or R&D-intensive industries is highly desirable, particularly with program/project accounting and complex equity structures
Strong systems aptitude with experience in ERP reporting tools, and preferable with GRC/SOX management platforms
Effective project management, communication, and stakeholder management skills with the ability to work cross-functionally and influence without direct authority
Customer service centric, meeting customer reporting/analysis needs, and eventually anticipating them
Comfortable with ambiguity, as we continue in a rapid growth mode, no two days are typically alike
Curious, not shy about asking why, or why not, willing to learn new tools, adaptable
Organized and disciplined, prioritize work assignments, and meet deadlines
Self-Starter: ability to independently identify work that needs to be completed or issues that need to be addressed, elevate as appropriate, and seek solutions
Active Listening: gain insight and truly understand all project stakeholders
Critical Thinking: make prompt, informed and value-based decisions for the project
Organization: Focus on agenda, schedules, frameworks, consistent methodologies, and documentation to deliver an exceptional work product
Problem Solving: Assess issues from different vantage points and formulate the best solution in addressing specific challenges
Teamwork and Team Building: Establish a collaborative culture where people with unique personalities and skills happily work together and accountable to shared goal
Strong Business Communication: Use the right language, tone and storytelling techniques when communicating, describing, or explaining issues over email, chat, reports, presentations and other forms and channels of communication; adapt communication based on audience
Self-Motivation: Exude the highest level of commitment and motivation to see it through from start to finish
Benefits
Subsidized medical, dental, and vision coverage
401(k) opportunities
Paid short term disability
Voluntary long-term disability and additional term life
15 paid days off
13-14 paid holidays
Paid sick leave
Potential bonuses and stock options
Company
Otto Aerospace
Otto is creating the future of sustainable air travel through paradigm-shifting design, performance and economics.
Founded in 2008
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Paul Touw
Chief Executive Officer
J. Scott Drennan
President & COO
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