Senior Accountant

Job Title: Senior Accountant

The Elevator Pitch

Evolv is seeking a Senior Accountant to play a critical role in managing and enhancing our financial reporting processes, internal controls, and SOX compliance environment. This position is ideal for a seasoned accounting professional with public accounting and/or public company experience who can independently own key financial reporting and accounting areas while partnering cross-functionally to strengthen financial operations.

At Evolv, we use AI-powered security technology to help organizations create safer spaces for people to live, work, learn, and play. As a Senior Accountant, you will leverage your technical expertise and process-oriented mindset to ensure the integrity of financial reporting, support SOX compliance efforts, and help drive continuous improvement across accounting processes.

Success in the Role: What are performance outcomes over the first 6-12 months you will work toward completing?

In the first 30 days, you will:

• Develop a strong understanding of Evolv’s organizational structure, business model, and key financial drivers.

• Build relationships across Accounting, Finance, IT, Legal, and other cross-functional teams.

• Gain proficiency in Evolv’s business applications (NetSuite, Salesforce, Workiva, Blackline) and internal control environment, including SOX processes.

Within 3 months, you will:

• Support SEC reporting processes (10-Q, 10-K, 8-K, Proxy), helping to ensure accuracy and completeness.

• Support the execution and documentation of SOX controls, ensuring timely completion and identification of control gaps or inefficiencies.

• Independently own and execute key components of the month-end close, including complex journal entries and account reconciliations.

• Assist in maintaining and updating control documentation, including process narratives and support for audit readiness.

• Assist with technical accounting research and document positions related to transactions and evolving business initiatives.

• Partner with cross-functional teams to resolve accounting issues and improve financial processes.

By the end of the first year, you will:

• Demonstrate ownership and subject-matter expertise over assigned financial reporting, accounting areas and related SOX controls.

• Play a key role in strengthening the internal control environment, including identifying control design improvements and supporting remediation efforts.

• Act as a primary liaison for audit procedures in assigned areas, supporting external audit requests and walkthroughs.

• Drive improvements in the close process to increase efficiency and enhance reporting accuracy.

• Contribute to ERP and system-related initiatives, helping optimize accounting processes and internal controls.

• Mentor junior team members and contribute to a collaborative, high-performing team culture.

The Work: What type of work will you be doing? What assignments, requirements, or skills will you be performing on a regular basis?

Financial Acumen:

Apply strong knowledge of US GAAP to manage complex accounting areas, ensuring accurate and compliant financial reporting.

Technical Accounting & Controls:

Own key accounting areas and support the design, execution, and enhancement of SOX controls, including documentation and testing support.

Audit & Compliance Support:

Partner with internal and external auditors to support walkthroughs, testing, and timely resolution of audit inquiries.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

Work closely with Accounting, Finance, IT, and other departments to ensure accurate reporting and strengthen internal controls.

Process Improvement & Systems:

Identify opportunities to improve processes, automate workflows, and enhance reporting.

Reporting & Close:

Ensure timely and accurate completion of account reconciliations, journal entries, and reporting deliverables.

What is the leadership like for this role? What is the structure and culture of the team? 

You will be joining the Accounting team and reporting directly to the Senior Manager of Reporting & Stock Compensation.

Where is the role located? 

This role is based out of the HQ in Waltham, Massachusetts, with a minimum of 3 days per week in-office and flexibility for remote work 2 days per week.

Compensation and Transparency Statement 

The base salary range for this full-time position is $79,000- $129,000. In addition to base salary, this role offers a competitive target bonus, equity, and a comprehensive benefits package. This range reflects our commitment to pay transparency and equity, in alignment with applicable state laws. Our compensation ranges are determined based on factors such as role, level, location, market benchmarks, and internal equity. The posted range represents the good-faith estimate of what we expect to pay for this role across U.S. locations. Actual compensation within the range will be based on the candidate’s skills, experience, education, and geographic location.  

In accordance with state and local pay transparency laws—including those in California, Colorado, Massachusetts, New York, New Jersey, and others—we disclose salary ranges in all job postings and provide additional information upon request.  

During the hiring process, your recruiter will share:  

• The specific salary range for your preferred location  

• A general overview of our benefits and equity offerings  

• Insights into how compensation decisions are made, including factors that influence starting pay  

We are committed to fair pay practices, and we regularly review our compensation programs to ensure they are competitive, equitable, and aligned with our values. 

Requirements

Education & Credentials

• CPA license or candidates who are actively pursuing certification are preferred

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is preferred

Accounting Knowledge

• 3-6 years of relevant experience working in a SOX-compliant environment through a public accounting firm or publicly traded company

• Hands-on experience applying US GAAP and ASC 606 revenue recognition rules

• Experience with lease accounting under ASC 842

• Experience preparing or reviewing revenue-related journal entries, accruals, or reconciliations

• NetSuite ERP experience is preferred

Collaboration & Audits

• Experience serving as a point of contact for external auditors on revenue-related testing

Benefits

At Evolv, we’re on a mission to help make public spaces safer through innovative security technology. So, we're looking for future teammates who embody our values, people who:

• Do the right thing, always;

• Put people first'

• Own it;

• Win together; and continue to

• Be bold, stay curious.

Our Benefits Include:

• Equity as part of your total compensation package

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

• A 401(k) plan (and 2% company match)

• Unlimited vacation policy

• Quarterly stipend for perks and benefits that matter most to you

• Tuition reimbursement to support your ongoing learning and development

• Subscription to Calm

Evolv Technology (“Evolv”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We welcome and encourage diversity in the workplace, and all employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected by law in the locations where we operate. Evolv will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

Evolv is committed to offering an inclusive and accessible experience for all job seekers, including individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation as part of the job application process, please connect with us at View email address on click.appcast.io.

Evolv participates in E-verify for all employees after the completion of Form I-9.