Merlin Labs

Assistant Controller

Boston · Exec · Contract

No sponsorship$40k-$350kDetected 37 days ago

ComplianceFinancial AnalysisAccountingSAPM&AProcess ImprovementERPHRHRISLeadershipCollaborationGAAPSarbanes-OxleyFinancial ReportingInternal Audit

About the role

This position is based on-site at Merlin HQ in Boston, MA.
These include catered lunches featuring a rotating menu of delicious options, an assortment of snacks to keep you fueled throughout the day, and a selection of beverages, including coffee, tea, and other drinks, to keep you refreshed.

Support Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) Section 404 compliance, including documentation, testing, and remediation of internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR).
Support the Earned Value Management (EVM) reporting process for applicable government programs.
Manage indirect cost pools, allocation methodologies, and overhead rate calculations in compliance with CAS and FAR.
Maintain and strengthen the company's chart of accounts and general ledger integrity.
Design, implement, and monitor effective internal control procedures in accordance with COSO framework and SOX requirements.
Develop and maintain accounting policies and procedures documentation.
Partner with Legal, HR, and Tax to administer Section 16 reporting obligations, Rule 10b5-1 trading plans, and insider trading policy compliance.
Maintain payroll controls and procedures that satisfy SOX internal control requirements and DCAA labor charging standards.

This position requires deep expertise in government contract accounting, SEC reporting obligations, and the unique regulatory environment governing defense industry finance.
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
CPA license required (active and in good standing).
Minimum 7 years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 3 years in a defense, aerospace, or government contracting environment.
Demonstrated experience with FAR, DFARS, CAS, and DCAA audit processes.
Strong working knowledge of U.S. GAAP, SEC reporting requirements, and SOX compliance.
Experience with revenue recognition under ASC 606 for long-term contracts.
U.S. citizenship required (per government contract obligations).
Manage the preparation and submission of government-required financial reports, including DCAA audits, incurred cost submissions (ICS), and forward pricing rate proposals (FPRPs).
Proficiency with ERP systems (Deltek Costpoint, SAP, or similar government contracting ERP strongly preferred).
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Security Clearance (Secret or above)
current clearance strongly preferred.

Master's degree in Accounting or Business Administration (MBA).
Experience at a Big 4 or national public accounting firm with a defense/government practice.
Familiarity with Earned Value Management (EVM) and EVMS compliance.
Experience supporting IPO, secondary offerings, or public company transitions.
Knowledge of AI/software development project cost accounting and R&D capitalization under ASC 350-40.
Merlin Labs is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity.
All job offers are contingent upon the candidate passing background and reference checks.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Assist in the preparation of quarterly (10-Q) and annual (10-K) reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) in compliance with U.S. GAAP and PCAOB standards.
Coordinate with external auditors (Big 4 or national firm) during quarterly reviews and annual audits.
Oversee the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close process, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of all journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements.

Equity Administration
Oversee the accounting and administration of the company's equity compensation programs, including stock options, restricted stock units (RSUs), and the Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
Ensure accurate recording of stock-based compensation expense in accordance with ASC 718, including fair value determination, vesting schedules, and forfeiture rate assumptions.
Coordinate with the company's equity plan administrator and transfer agent to maintain accurate cap table records and equity award activity.
Prepare equity-related financial statement disclosures and footnotes for SEC filings, including 10-K and 10-Q reports.

Merlin is a venture backed aerospace startup building a non-human pilot to enable both reduced crew and uncrewed flight.
Backed by some of the world's leading investors, Merlin is scaling alongside our customers to begin leveraging autonomy today to solve some of aviation's biggest challenges.

At this time, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship or consider candidates who require visa transfers.

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