The Role
Own full-cycle accounting and payroll for one to two companies, including AP/AR, reconciliations, journal entries, month- and year-end close, and financial statement preparation. Maintain audit-ready records, support external audits, ensure GAAP and tax compliance, handle basic HR admin, and assist with budgeting, forecasting, and process improvements.
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Senior Accountant
Job Type: Full-Time
Reports To: Corporate Controller
Location: AustinAbout the RoleWe are seeking a detail-oriented Senior Accountant to independently manage the full accounting and payroll function for one to two companies. This is a hands-on, end-to-end role — the ideal candidate can own the books from daily transactions through month-end close and financial reporting, with no need for heavy oversight.Key Responsibilities
Job Type: Full-Time
Reports To: Corporate Controller
Location: AustinAbout the RoleWe are seeking a detail-oriented Senior Accountant to independently manage the full accounting and payroll function for one to two companies. This is a hands-on, end-to-end role — the ideal candidate can own the books from daily transactions through month-end close and financial reporting, with no need for heavy oversight.Key Responsibilities
- Manage full-cycle accounting for one to two companies, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and bank/credit card reconciliations
- Process and manage full-cycle payroll, including tax filings, deductions, benefits withholding, and compliance with federal/state regulations
- Prepare and post journal entries; perform month-end and year-end close
- Prepare financial statements (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow) for management review
- Maintain accurate, audit-ready financial records and supporting documentation
- Support external audits and respond to auditor requests
- Handle basic HR-related administrative tasks (new hire paperwork, benefits administration support, employee records)
- Ensure compliance with GAAP, tax deadlines, and applicable employment law
- Identify and implement process improvements for accounting and payroll efficiency
- Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and ad hoc financial analysis as needed
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting (required)
- 3-5+ years of accounting experience preferred
- Prior experience as an auditor strongly preferred
- Hands-on payroll processing experience preferred
- HR administrative experience a plus
- Proficiency in QuickBooks Online (QBO) preferred
- Strong Excel skills
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple entities independently
- High level of accuracy, discretion, and integrity handling sensitive financial and employee data
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Retirement Plan with matching
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- STD, LTD, Life Insurance – Company Paid
Wilder Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting
- 3-5+ years of accounting experience
- Prior experience as an auditor
- Hands-on payroll processing experience
- HR administrative experience
- Proficiency in QuickBooks Online (QBO)
- Strong Excel skills
- Ability to manage full-cycle accounting independently for multiple entities
- High level of accuracy, discretion, and integrity handling sensitive data
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
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The Company
What We Do
Wilder Systems is an industrial services company that delivers Robots as a Service for aircraft manufacturing and maintenance. We are focused on dual-use aerospace applications for both commercial and military which includes robotic drilling into aircraft, defastening, sealing, non-destructive inspections, and even a robotic aircraft wash system. Our mission is to lead the way towards a 'lights-out' future where the majority of aerospace manufacturing tasks are performed by modular, autonomous robots.
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