Senior Staff Accountant

Austin, TX - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 23-10-2025

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Please Note:To conform with the United States Government Space Technology Export Regulations the applicant must be a U.S. citizen lawful permanent resident of the U.S. conditional resident asylee or refugee (protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

AtCesiumAstro we are developers and pioneers of out-of-the-box communication systems for satellites UAVs launch vehicles and other space and airborne platforms. We take pride in our dynamic and cross-functional work environment which allows us to learn develop and engage across our organization. If you are looking for hands-on interactive and autonomous work CesiumAstro is the place for you. We are actively seeking passionate collaborative energetic and forward-thinking individuals to join our team.

We are looking to add a Senior Staff Accountant to our finance team. If you enjoy working in a startup environment and are passionate about making an impact in a growing company we would like to hear from you.

In this position you will play a crucial role in managing complex accounting tasks ensuring the accuracy of financial information and supporting the companys financial operations. Your contributions will play an essential role in supporting the company through hyper-growth as you forecast the future and while scaling both revenue and internal relationships.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead the month-end and year-end close processes in a timely manner including preparation of journal entries reconciliation workpaper and account variance analysis.
Prepare monthly quarterly and annual financial statements and generate account reconciliations and management reports.
Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts ensuring accuracy and completeness. Reconcile sub-ledger to general ledger account balances. Research and resolve accounting issues
Coordinate and prepare for internal and external audits ensuring compliance with US GAAP and regulatory standards.
Assist in the preparation and filing of federal state and local tax returns as well as other regulatory filings.
Support various accounting projects and work closely with other departments including Supply Chain Operations and Business Development across the whole organization.
Develop and implement internal control procedures to ensure the integrity of financial information.
Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement best practices to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

JOB REQUIREMENTS AND MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

A Bachelors degree in Accounting from an accredited university or college;CPA preferred.
5 years of accounting experience.
Must be willing to work at or relocate to headquarters in Austin TX as this is an in-office position.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with ERP system and accounting software (e.g. QuickBooks SAP Oracle).
In-depth knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting requirements.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
Superior communication and interpersonal skills.
Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and meet tight deadlines.
Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently or collaboratively.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

Experience with public audits or working at a Big 4 accounting firm
Experience working in a start-up high-growth and venture-backed company.
Experience with government contracts

CesiumAstro considers several factors when extending an offer including but not limited to the role and associated responsibilities a candidates work experience education/training and key skills. Full-time employment offers include company stock options and a generous benefits package including health dental vision HSA FSA life disability and retirement plans.

CesiumAstro is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard torace color religion sex national origin disability protected Veteran Status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal state or local law.

Please note: CesiumAstro does not accept unsolicited resumes from contract agencies or search firms. Any unsolicited resumes submitted to our website or to CesiumAstro team members not through our approved vendor list or Talent Acquisition will be considered property of CesiumAstro and we will not be obligated to pay any referral fees.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process such as reviewing applications analyzing resumes or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed please contact us.

Required Experience:

Staff IC

Please Note:To conform with the United States Government Space Technology Export Regulations the applicant must be a U.S. citizen lawful permanent resident of the U.S. conditional resident asylee or refugee (protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) or eligible to obtain the required...

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead the month-end and year-end close processes in a timely manner including preparation of journal entries reconciliation workpaper and account variance analysis.
Prepare monthly quarterly and annual financial statements and generate account reconciliations and management reports.
Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts ensuring accuracy and completeness. Reconcile sub-ledger to general ledger account balances. Research and resolve accounting issues
Coordinate and prepare for internal and external audits ensuring compliance with US GAAP and regulatory standards.
Assist in the preparation and filing of federal state and local tax returns as well as other regulatory filings.
Support various accounting projects and work closely with other departments including Supply Chain Operations and Business Development across the whole organization.
Develop and implement internal control procedures to ensure the integrity of financial information.
Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement best practices to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

JOB REQUIREMENTS AND MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

A Bachelors degree in Accounting from an accredited university or college;CPA preferred.
5 years of accounting experience.
Must be willing to work at or relocate to headquarters in Austin TX as this is an in-office position.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with ERP system and accounting software (e.g. QuickBooks SAP Oracle).
In-depth knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting requirements.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
Superior communication and interpersonal skills.
Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and meet tight deadlines.
Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently or collaboratively.