Controller, Accounting, Financial Compliance

About Turion Space

Turion Space is building the infrastructure for the next generation of space operations. Our mission is to create spacecraft capable of protecting, servicing, and sustaining the space environment while supporting commercial, civil, and national security customers. We're assembling a team that thrives in fast-paced environments and is excited to solve complex challenges at the intersection of aerospace, software, and advanced manufacturing.

Turion Space is seeking an experienced, strategic, and hands-on Controller to build and lead the company's accounting function during a period of rapid growth. This role will own the company's financial reporting, accounting operations, internal controls, and compliance.

The ideal candidate has experience leading accounting organizations in high-growth technology, aerospace, manufacturing, or government contracting environments and is equally comfortable closing the books, improving systems, and building processes from the ground up.

This is a full-time
, exempt position based on-site in Irvine, California.

• Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close process.

• Prepare accurate Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)-compliant financial statements.

• Ensure timely and accurate reporting to executive leadership, investors, lenders, and the Board.

• Maintain the general ledger and chart of accounts.

• Develop accounting policies and ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP.

• Lead Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, Fixed Assets, and General Ledger accounting.

• Ensure timely account reconciliations and financial accuracy.

• Establish scalable accounting processes and workflows.

• Design and maintain strong internal controls and financial policies.

• Coordinate annual financial statement audits and tax filings.

• Partner with external auditors, tax advisors, and regulatory agencies.

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local reporting requirements.

• Support accounting for government contracts, grants, and cost-reimbursable programs.

• Maintain cost accounting systems appropriate for manufacturing and engineering operations.

• Lead Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) implementation and optimization initiatives.

• Improve financial reporting automation and operational efficiency.

• Build documentation and standard operating procedures for finance operations.

• Recruit, mentor, and develop a high-performing accounting team.

• Foster a culture of accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

• Certified Public Accounting (CPA) required.

• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership responsibilities.

• Experience serving as Controller, Assistant Controller, Manager of Accounting, or equivalent.

• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting.

• Experience leading audits and managing external auditors.

• Experience implementing or managing ERP systems.

• Advanced Excel and financial systems proficiency.

• Experience in aerospace, defense, manufacturing, or hardware technology companies.

• Experience with venture-backed or high-growth startups.

• Government contracting and Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) compliance experience.

• Familiarity with inventory accounting, standard costing, and project accounting.

• Experience with Quickbooks Online, Net Suite or similar cloud ERP platforms.

Successful candidates will:

• Build scalable accounting processes that support rapid company growth.

• Deliver accurate financial reporting with timely month-end closes.

• Strengthen internal controls while maintaining operational agility.

• Develop a world-class accounting organization capable of supporting public-company-level financial rigor.

Controller / Manager of Accounting Salary: $150,000 to $200,000 USD annually.

Employees may be asked to support alternate shifts, extended shifts, and/or travel during peak work periods.

This position may include access to technology and/or software source code that is subject to U.S. export controls. To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package designed to support the well-being and professional growth of our employees. In addition to a competitive base salary and company stock, determined by factors such as job-related knowledge, education, skills, experience, and market demand, full-time employees are eligible for:

• Equity: Receive equity in Turion Space, letting you benefit from the company's…