At Atom Computing, we build quantum computers using arrays of optically trapped neutral atoms that will empower customers to achieve unprecedented computational breakthroughs. Join a world-class team of scientists, engineers, and business professionals to advance the state-of-the-art in quantum computing.
Atom Computing is seeking a Senior Accountant to support the company’s accounting operations and ensure the accuracy and integrity of its financial reporting. Reporting directly to the Controller, you will be responsible for executing key accounting activities, maintaining effective internal controls, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements, and applying your knowledge of accounting systems and transactions to support business objectives.
This role requires working onsite at our Boulder office five days per week.
Job Responsibilities
- Manage core accounting activities, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, fixed assets, project accounting, revenue recognition, and cash/credit card reconciliation
- Execute the month-end close process, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial reporting.
- Maintain accurate financial records and ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and company accounting policies.
- Develop and improve accounting processes, internal controls, and financial reporting systems.
- Partner with Finance and cross-functional teams to support business decisions and establish scalable accounting practices.
- Help develop the accounting processes needed to support manufacturing operations, including inventory and cost accounting.
- Support external audits and regulatory reporting requirements.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including corporate accounting experience.
- Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, accrual accounting, and financial reporting requirements.
- Experience independently managing month-end close activities.
- Experience developing or improving accounting processes, systems, and internal controls.
- Strong business acumen and the ability to understand operational needs and translate them into effective financial processes.
- Proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Excel.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation.
- Experience building accounting processes or financial infrastructure within a manufacturing organization.
- Experience in a high-growth or multi-location business.
- Public accounting experience.
- Experience with NetSuite.
- International accounting experience.
- Public company experience.
Atom Computing provides a wide variety of perks and benefits, including fully paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and their dependents. Additional benefits include unlimited paid time off, 401(k) company matching, short- and long-term disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, dependent care benefits, and life insurance. We also offer drinks, snacks, and catered team lunches in our offices.
The base salary range for this position is $110,000–$140,000, commensurate with experience. In addition to salary, we offer an annual bonus and equity in the company.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including corporate accounting experience
- Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, accrual accounting, and financial reporting requirements
- Experience independently managing month-end close activities
- Experience developing or improving accounting processes, systems, and internal controls
- Strong business acumen and ability to translate operational needs into effective financial processes
- Proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Excel
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation
- Experience building accounting processes or financial infrastructure within a manufacturing organization
- Experience in a high-growth or multi-location business
- Public accounting experience
- Experience with NetSuite
- International accounting experience
- Public company experience
Atom Computing Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Atom Computing and has not been reviewed or approved by Atom Computing.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare benefits include fully paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents, plus life and disability protection. This is presented as a significant strength of the total rewards package.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Unlimited paid time off is offered and highlighted in company materials and postings. This policy is intended to support work-life balance.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) company match is offered to support retirement planning. This adds meaningful long-term value alongside salary and health benefits.
Atom Computing Insights
What We Do
Scientific and technological breakthroughs take years of tireless work, fighting for resources and pushing for acceptance of new ideas. What keeps researchers and engineers plodding on to the next big discovery? It’s an obsession. A life’s calling. At Atom Computing, we’re our customers’ biggest fans on the journey of discovery. That’s why we’re obsessed with creating the world’s most scalable and reliable quantum computers—giving them the power to develop breakthroughs that change the world.
