JetZero

Controller

Long Beach, CA · Exec

No sponsorship$220k-$250kDetected 125 days ago

Financial AnalysisAccountingTaxAuditingProcess ImprovementLeadershipGAAPFinancial ReportingInternal AuditAccounts Payable

About the role

Today's aircraft contribute around 4% of global CO2 emissions, equivalent to the emissions of 200 million cars.
This is only going to increase: Air travel is forecasted to double by 2050, while meaningful efficiency gains using current airplanes have hit a wall.
It uses up to 50% less fuel and will be built to accommodate zero-emission hydrogen propulsion.

Own and manage GAAP-compliant month-end close, driving cycle time toward a 15-day target within the first year.
Build and maintain documentation, internal controls, and reporting frameworks consistent with public-company requirements.
Identify and implement process improvements across the accounting function - there is significant greenfield opportunity here.
Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable to ensure timely incoming and outgoing payments.
Manage multi-currency consolidation across international entities.
Partner with executive leadership on tax incentive management and related reporting.
Hire, develop, and lead an accounting team able to support public company-level requirements into the future.
You should be prepared to speak about past projects, how you collaborate and communicate with others, and how you live our values.
Depending on the team and role you are interviewing for, you may meet with several teammates as well as cross-functional partners.
JetZero is developing a b lended - wing body (BWB) aircraft.

Comfortable within a dynamic start-up environment where priorities are dynamically and constantly adjusted, while being able to maintain rigor required of the accounting and controlling function.
Cost accounting expertise for manufactured products
IPO readiness experience - preparation of SEC-required documentation and public-company reporting
Experience scaling a company from growth stage through IPO
Familiarity with government tax incentive programs (R&D credits, CHIPS Act, etc.)
Comfort operating in a fast-moving, resource-constrained startup environment
Our assessments seek to test the hard skills required to do the job.
CPA (active)
8+ yearsof progressive accounting leadership experience, including time in a startup, manufacturing or hardware environment
Demonstrated experience building and leading an accounting team
Defense contracting accounting knowledge (FAR/DFARS compliance)
Multi-currency consolidation across international subsidiaries
Hands-on experience managing external audit

Public accounting background, big 4 firm a significant plus
Preferred Skills
Leading edge knowledge of AI integration into accounting / finance functions - a significant plus

Our compensation package is a blend of base salary and equity options for eligible employees.
The base salary is one part of a broader compensation package and is determined within a set range.
The expected salary range for this position is between $220,000 and $250,000.
$220,000 - $250,000 USD
Lead the relationship with external auditors and manage completion of the annual financial audit.

transparent and collaborative.
Throughout the interview process, your recruiter will guide you through the next steps and ensure you feel prepared every step of the way.
During this first conversation, you'll meet with a recruiter or hiring team member to chat through your background, what you could bring to our team, what you are looking for in your next role, and who we are.
Depending on the position you are interviewing for, there may also be a Take Home Exercise as part of the interview proccess.
At JetZero, we value diversity and are an
We want our interview process to be a true reflection of our culture: transparent and collaborative.

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