Senior Accountant

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Boston, MA, USA
In-Office
140K-140K Annually
Senior level
Hardware • Quantum Computing
The Role
Senior Accountant overseeing accounting operations, global payroll, financial reporting, compliance, audits, tax activities, internal controls, budgeting, forecasting, and regulatory reporting. The role requires strong US GAAP, IFRS, SEC reporting, treasury, ERP, procurement, multi-currency accounting, and grant-finance expertise. This position supports the Controller, leads finance processes, manages teams, and provides financial guidance to company leadership.
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Summary

The individual in this role plays a crucial part in the company’s financial health and success, supporting the goals and objectives of the Company and Finance department. They assist with all financial activities, ensuring compliance and providing strategic financial guidance to the leadership team.


Responsibilities

· Assist with all accounting operations including Billing, A/R, A/P, GL, Cost Accounting, Inventory Accounting, Government Accounting, and Revenue Recognition.

· Payroll Management: Supervise and manage the global payroll function, ensuring timely and accurate processing of employee compensation. Oversee payroll compliance, including tax filings and reporting for all jurisdictions.

· Financial Reporting & Compliance: Lead the preparation and oversight of all financial statements in compliance with US GAAP and IFRS. Ensure timely monthly close processes, and drive the preparation for and implementation of necessary processes for financial reporting.

· Coordinate the preparation of regulatory reporting.

· Research technical accounting issues for complianceSupport budget and forecasting activities.Monitor and analyze financial performance.

· Develop and maintain internal control and ensure distinct separation of duties

· Maintaining current accounting system and help define future needs for the selection

· Create and coordinate the annual audit process.

· Oversee tax and compliance activities.

· Work closely with the Controller to support overall department goals and objectives.

· Support government grant submissions and proposals.

Qualifications

· BS/MS degree in Accounting or Finance. Advanced degree and/or CPA required.

· Minimum of 4-7yrs of experience in a financial management role. Prior public accounting (Big 7) or Consulting experience required

· An extensive experience in accounting or finance, with a strong understanding of US GAAP and SEC reporting.

· Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial regulations.

· Strong understanding of treasury management, payroll processing, procurement, AP and expense reimbursement, and financial operations.

· Advanced proficiency in accounting software, ERP systems, procurement systems, and Excel.

· Exposure to international financial operations and multi-currency accounting. Experience establishing and refining finance-related policies.

· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

· Experience with grant proposal submissions and grant-related financial responsibilities.

· Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

· Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills.

· Proven leadership and team management capabilities.

The salary for this position is $140,000+

We consistently monitor external market data and update base salary ranges accordingly.  We determine base compensation decisions on several factors, including as geographic placement, role-specific knowledge, skills, and/or experience.  In addition to our base salary offerings, we also provide equity grants for all new hires.

QuEra is committed to cultivating a diverse work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We highly value diversity in our current and future employees and do not discriminate (including in our hiring and promotion practices) based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Skills Required

  • BS or MS degree in Accounting or Finance
  • Advanced degree and/or CPA certification
  • 4–7 years of experience in a financial management role
  • Prior public accounting or Big 7 experience
  • Prior consulting experience
  • Extensive accounting or finance experience
  • Strong understanding of US GAAP and SEC reporting
  • Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial regulations
  • Knowledge of treasury management, payroll processing, procurement, accounts payable, expense reimbursement, and financial operations
  • Advanced proficiency in accounting software, ERP systems, procurement systems, and Excel
  • Experience with international financial operations and multi-currency accounting
  • Experience establishing and refining finance-related policies
  • Experience with grant proposal submissions and grant-related financial responsibilities
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong attention to detail and analytical skills
  • Proven leadership and team management capabilities
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The Company
HQ: Boston, MA
58 Employees
Year Founded: 2018

What We Do

Located in Boston, QuEra Computing is a maker of advanced neutral-atoms based quantum computers, pushing the boundaries of what is possible in the industry. Founded in 2018, the company is built on pioneering research recently conducted nearby at both Harvard University and MIT. QuEra is building the industry’s most scalable quantum computers to tackle useful but classically intractable problems for commercially relevant applications. Our signature 256-qubit machine, Aquila, the largest publicly-accessible machine in the world, is available now for general use over the Amazon Braket cloud. For more information, visit us at quera.com.

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