Director, Accounting

The Position

We are seeking a Director of Accounting to join our team. This role will report to our VP, Finance. This position will contribute to our financial strategy and operations by leading our accounting and ensuring the accuracy and integrity of our financial reporting. This role is hybrid, with offices based in Brooklyn, NY.

What you get to do 

• Lead and manage AIR COMPANY’s accounting, including overseeing day-to-day operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general ledger functions.
• Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting in accordance with GAAP and company policies.
• Develop and implement accounting policies and procedures to ensure efficient and effective financial operations, including financial close, accruals, and reporting to the organization. 
• Collaborate with the VP of Finance to support strategic planning and budgeting processes.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to streamline accounting processes and enhance financial reporting capabilities.
• Coordinate and manage the annual audit process, working closely with external auditors to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Implement new ERP or financial systems to support hyper-growth of the business

What you bring to AIR COMPANY

• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards.
• Experience in a fast-paced, high-growth startup environment is preferred.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills with a proven ability to mentor and develop talent.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a keen attention to detail.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.

Bonus Points 

• Experience with accounting software such as QuickBooks, NetSuite, or similar platforms.
• Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

Salary Range: $180,000-200,000

The approximate annual base compensation range and benefits listed above may vary based on the applicant's experience, skills, abilities, and relevant industry expertise.

At Air Company we value employees for their unique perspectives. We are an inclusive affirmative action Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We consider applicants without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, pregnancy-related conditions, and lactation), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, present or past history of intellectual, learning, mental, or physical disability (including but not limited to blindness) unless Air Company determines that such disability prevents performance of the work involved, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women, marginalized genders and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At AIR COMPANY we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles

This position requires access to technology, software and other information that is subject to governmental access control restrictions, due to export controls, security classification and/or designation as Controlled Unclassified Information. Employment in this position is conditioned on the candidate’s ability to obtain and maintain appropriate government authorization to access technology or information, to the extent required, including without limitation a security clearance, export license, or other documentation required to establish authorization to receive access to such items technology or information.

We may delay commencement of employment, rescind an offer of employment, terminate employment, and/or modify job responsibilities, compensation, benefits, and/or access to Company facilities and information systems, as we deem appropriate, in order to ensure compliance with applicable government access control restrictions.

Working at Air Company

In addition to standard medical and dental benefits, that kick in Day 1, we are:

• A people-first, climate solutions company driven to move society to a more sustainable future
• A unified team of climate optimists with an exceptional and diverse range of backgrounds
• Committed to fostering collaboration with a team that believes in the power of science and that business can be used as a force for good… 

We also provide:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance. 100% coverage of employee insurance premiums, and 50% coverage of spouse & dependent insurance premiums.
• Company funded Short Term Disability
• Flexible and generous paid time off, including national holidays and sick leave
• A tax deferred 401(k) Plan to invest in your future
• Commuter Benefits: Pre-Tax Income for MassTransit
• Paid Family Leave
• Employee Wellness Program 
• Sponsored company events and DEI social initiatives
• Wednesday catered meals

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Last updated on Aug 20, 2024