The Role
As a Staff Accountant, you will manage general accounting, oversee month-end closes, handle accounts payable, and support audit compliance at a startup finance team, utilizing NetSuite for financial operations.
Summary Generated by Built In
Ready to make connectivity from space universally accessible, secure and actionable? Then you’ve come to the right place!
E-Space is bridging Earth and space to enable hyper-scaled deployments of Internet of Things (IoT) solutions and services. We are building a highly-advanced low Earth orbit (LEO) space system that will fundamentally change the design, economics, manufacturing and service delivery associated with traditional satellite and terrestrial IoT systems.
We’re intentional, we’re unapologetically curious and we’re 100% committed to innovate space-based communications and deliver actionable intelligence that will expand global economies, protect space and our planet and enhance our overall quality of life.
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our growing startup finance team. This role offers broad exposure across general accounting, NetSuite, accounts payable, audit and tax support, and is ideal for a CPA candidate or licensed CPA looking to deepen hands-on experience in a fast-paced environment.
What you will be doing:
- General Accounting & Month-End Close
- Participate in the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes
- Prepare and post journal entries, including accruals, prepaids, payroll, inventory, and fixed assets
- Assist with balance sheet account reconciliations and timely resolution of variances
- Reconcile bank statements, cash-in-transit, and credit card statements
- Assist in the preparation of financial statements and supporting schedules
- Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and internal accounting controls
- NetSuite (Advanced Use)
- Perform daily accounting activities in NetSuite
- Maintain and reconcile the general ledger and related subledgers
- Use saved searches, standard reports, and dashboards to support analysis and close
- Assist with NetSuite enhancements, testing, and process improvements
- Support integration and use of NetSuite modules, including Accounts Payable, Inventory, and Manufacturing
- Accounts Payable (AP)
- Review and process vendor invoices, ensuring proper PO, receipt, and invoice matching
- Ensure accurate coding, approvals, and posting in NetSuite
- Manage vendor relationships and resolve invoice or payment discrepancies
- Support payment runs, including ACH, checks, and wire transfers
- Assist with annual 1099 preparation and reporting
- Audit & Compliance Support
- Prepare schedules, reconciliations, and documentation for external auditors
- Support internal controls, process documentation, and audit requests
- Support with federal, state, and local tax filings
- Assist with ad hoc accounting projects as the company scales
What you bring to this role:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- CPA candidate (actively pursuing) or active CPA license preferred
- 3–5 years of accounting experience, preferably in a startup, technology, or manufacturing environment
- Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and month-end close processes
- Hands-on experience with NetSuite (required); advanced users strongly preferred
- Experience with accounts payable, vendor management, and payment processing
- Inventory and COGS accounting experience is a plus
- Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, formulas); experience with Google Sheets a plus
- Ability to work independently, prioritize competing deadlines, and thrive in a fast-paced startup environment
- High attention to detail with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate cross-functionally
Bonus points for following:
- Exposure to revenue recognition (ASC 606)
- Experience improving accounting processes or system implementations
- Prior public accounting experience
This is a full time, exempt position, based out of our Arlington, TX office. The total compensation packaged will be determined by various factors such as your relevant job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. We are redefining how satellites are designed, manufactured and used—so we’re looking for candidates with passion, deep knowledge and direct experience on LEO satellite component development, design and in-orbit activities. If that’s your experience – then we’ll be immediately wow-ed. E-Space is not currently able to provide employment sponsorship for candidates who do not hold work authorization for the location of this role.
Why E-Space is right for you:
As a member of our team, you will play a crucial role in driving our success. Our team members have a strong sense of dedication and responsibility; this includes a strong commitment to our mission to create an entirely new suite of global capabilities to improve lives, business efficiencies and build a smarter planet. This means that there will be times when extra hours, including nights and weekends, may be needed to meet critical deadlines and mission goals. In return, we offer a dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional growth and development and the chance to make a meaningful impact in a high-growth industry.
We want you to make the most of your journey at E-Space. That’s why we support and invest in the physical, emotional and financial well-being of our team members and their families. Some of what you can expect when working at E-Space:
• An opportunity to really make a difference
• Sustainability at our core
• Fair and honest workplace
• Innovative thinking is encouraged
• Competitive salaries
• Continuous learning and development
• Health and wellness care options
• Financial solutions for the future
• Optional legal services (US only)
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- CPA candidate or active CPA license
- 3-5 years of accounting experience, preferably in a startup, technology, or manufacturing environment
- Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and month-end close processes
- Hands-on experience with NetSuite
- Strong Excel skills
- High attention to detail with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
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The Company
What We Do
E-Space is a global space company focused on bridging Earth and space with the most sustainable low earth orbit (LEO) network that is expected to reach over one hundred thousand multi-application communication satellites to help businesses and governments securely and affordably access the power of space to solve problems on Earth. Founded by industry pioneer Greg Wyler, E-Space is focused on democratizing space and transforming industries by bringing down the cost of space-based communications, raising the level of satellite system resiliency and setting a new standard in sustainable space infrastructure that will effectively minimize and reduce space debris and destruction while preserving access to space for future generations.
