Accounting Manager | Rapid Growth AI Start-Up ($1 Billion+ Series A) | Hybrid

Harmonic Finance Inc ™ | Certified B Corp provided pay range This range is provided by Harmonic Finance Inc ™ | Certified B Corp. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range $120,000.00/yr - $170,000.00/yr Additional compensation types Annual Bonus and Stock options Location Hybrid (Bay Area) Job Title Accounting Manager Role The Accounting Manager will support the build out from 0 to 1 of the Accounting function working closely with the VP Controller playing a critical role in ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting during a transformative period for the business. The Senior Accounting Manager will own month‑end close, support the implementation of financial controls. The role also includes the build of a team that will own day‑to‑day operational finance support, including payroll, accounts payable and receivable, and intercompany transactions. Responsibilities Support month‑end close including journal entries, reconciliations, and reporting Drive significant improvement in the timeliness of the monthly close process Support the setup of a group consolidation process with international entities Work with the VP Controller in audit preparation and implementation of robust financial controls Prepare cash flow forecasts and perform regular balance sheet reconciliations Support intercompany transactions and international group consolidations Maintain and improve processes for expenses, payroll, accounts payable (AP), and accounts receivable (AR) Ensure data integrity and accuracy Collaborate cross‑functionally with Finance and Operations teams to support ongoing improvements in reporting and compliance Build and lead an international team Qualifications Experience in a VC backed scale‑up or multi‑entity environment (ranging from SaaS, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Deeptech) Ideally CPA Qualified Comfortable working across multiple entities, including international subsidiaries Excellent attention to detail and proactive problem‑solving skills Enthusiastic, adaptable, and excited to grow in a high‑growth business Experience owning day‑to‑day accounting including payroll and AP Nice to Have Experience in a manufacturing business Experience in a rapid growth SaaS or AI business Experience in Deep Tech (Green Energy, Space Tech, Defense Tech, Bio etc) Salary $120,000-$170,000 + bonus + equity Start Date ASAP Benefits (inferred) Medical insurance Vision insurance 401(k) Paid maternity leave Paid paternity leave Seniority level Mid‑Senior level Employment type Full‑time Job function Finance and Accounting/Auditing Industries Software Development, Technology, Information and Media, and Defense and Space Manufacturing #J-18808-Ljbffr Harmonic Finance Inc ™ | Certified B Corp