Accounting Manager

Los Angeles, CAFinance – Finance /Full-time /Hybrid Hermeus is a venture-backed defense aviation company reclaiming the lost art of rapid iterative prototyping to build the fastest aircraft in the world today. By prioritizing relentless hardware iteration, we deliver high-speed systems at the pace of the modern battlefield. We work with the Department of War to provide the high-speed capabilities our nation and its allies need to maintain a durable, asymmetric advantage.

About the Role We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to own the monthly close process, financial reporting, and technical accounting for a fast-growing business. This is a hands-on, high-ownership role suited to someone who thrives in ambiguity, can build scalable processes from scratch, and is comfortable operating without a fully mature back office. You'll be hands-on with the details and trusted with real ownership — partnering closely with our Controller, FP&A, and Operations teams to keep our books accurate and our processes scaling with the business.

Responsibilities:

Own and continuously improve the monthly and quarterly close process end to end, driving toward a shorter close calendar

Prepare consolidated financial statements in accordance with US GAAPManage cost accounting, inventory valuation, and standard costing for our manufacturing operations

Research and memo technical accounting positions (ex. ASC
606, ASC
842, ASC
470, ASC
718)
Partner with external auditors and support internal controls as we mature

Identify and implement process improvements and automation opportunities

Support ad hoc projects and analyses that support company-wide decisions

Requirements:6+ years of progressive accounting experience, ideally including manufacturing or industrial environments

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Strong US GAAP knowledge, especially revenue recognition, leases, and cost accountingA track record of owning full-cycle close and financial reporting

Comfort operating in a fast-moving startup environment where you'll help define the process

Experience with various financial systems such as Office, Netsuite, Ramp, Flo Qast, etc.

Excellent communication skills cross functionally being able to translate accounting to the business

Preferred

Skills and Experience:

CPA (active or in progress)

Experience with government contractors (FAR/DFARS, CAS, DCAA)
Big 4 or mid-tier audit background $135,500 - $183,400 a year

The salary range listed for this role is intended as a general guideline. Final compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors, including role scope and responsibilities, relevant experience, education and training, key skills, market data, and business needs.

At Hermeus, compensation is only one part of our total rewards package. We offer competitive pay, equity, and a range of benefits designed to support our team.

Benefits:

Health & Wellness: 100% employer-paid healthcare and pet insurance

Financial:
Competitive pay, stock options, 401(k) retirement plan, and potential year-end bonuses

Time Off:
Paid parental leave, 12 federal holidays, unlimited PTO for exempt employees, and generous accrued PTO for non-exempt employees

Office Perks:
Weekly paid office lunches and fully stocked breakroomsU.S. EXPORT CONTROL COMPLIANCE STATUS The person hired will have access to information and items subject to U.S. export controls, and therefore, must either be a “U.S. person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.62 or otherwise eligible for deemed export licensing. US persons include U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents (green card holders), and asylees and refugees with such status granted, not pending.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITYHermeus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions at Hermeus are based solely on merit, competence, and qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability, or any other legally protected status.#LI-JC3

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