Senior Accountant

Infleqtion is a global quantum technology company solving the worlds most challenging problems. The company harnesses quantum mechanics to build and integrate quantum computers sensors and networks. From fundamental physics to leading edge commercial products Infleqtion enables quantum everywhere through our ecosystem of devices and platforms. Our mission is to commercialise atom-based quantum products that provide orders of magnitude improvements in performance and computing applications.

Location

Infleqtion has offices in the USA UnitedKingdomand Australia. This is a full-time position split between our Kidlington Oxford office and the National Quantum Computing Centre Harwell. Work from home permitted up to 2 days per week based on business needs and manager approval.

Role Summary

As aSenior Accountant you will be a key member of the finance team responsible formaintainingaccuratefinancial records ensuring compliance with accounting standards and supporting the companys strategic growth.

This role blends hands-on accounting with analytical insight providing opportunities to work on complex areas such as R&D capitalization grant accounting and cost accounting for high-tech manufacturing.

Youllcollaborate across departments including R&D Operations and Commercial to ensure financial data supports both internal decision-making and external reporting.

Financial Accounting & Reporting

• Manage the monthly quarterly and annual close process including journal entries reconciliations and variance analysis.

• Prepare GAAP-compliant financial statements and management reports.

• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts across entities and currencies.

• Ensureaccurateaccounting for fixed assets inventory and capitalized R&D costs.

Operational Support

• Partner with department heads to track project costs grants and capital projects.

• Support compliance and reporting for government-funded research and development initiatives.

• Provide detailed analysis on cost structures product margins and project-level spend.

Audit & Compliance

• Coordinate and prepare audit documentation for external auditors.

• Ensure internal controls are designed andoperatingeffectively.

• Maintain compliance with tax grant and statutory reporting requirements acrossjurisdictions.

Process & Systems Improvement

• Support ERP implementation and optimization efforts to improve automation and accuracy.

• Enhance accounting workflows ensuring scalability as the company expands globally.

• Drive efficiency initiatives and contribute to continuous improvement projects within Finance.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with FP&A toprovidefinancial insights and forecast support.

• Partner with procurement and operations to ensureaccurateaccruals and cost allocations.

• Collaborate with R&D teams to align financial reporting with project milestones and funding cycles.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or related field; CPA or equivalent certification strongly preferred.

• 47 years of progressive accounting experience ideally in technology manufacturing or scientific R&D environments.

• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting standards.

• Experience with ERP systems (e.g. NetSuite SAP or similar).

• Proficiencyin Excel and strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic setting.

Preferred Experience

• Exposure togrant accountinggovernment compliance orcost accounting.

• Experience with multi-entity or international consolidation.

• Familiarity with manufacturing research funding or capital project accounting.

• Previousexperience indeep-techhardware orquantum technologyenvironments

In addition to your base compensation we offer a generous Total Rewards program which includes:

• Competitive salary

• Unlimited PTO

• Generous company 10% pension contribution regardless of employee contribution

• Cycle to work and Technology schemes

• Incentive Stock Option Plan

• BUPA Private Healthcare Insurance once probationary period is successfully completed

Travel

Up to 10% travel may berequired.

Equal Opportunity

Regardless of your interest in the quantum industry you can take pride in the fact that Infleqtion is building an ecosystem of quantum technologies and commercial products driving the industry towards the future. Studies reveal that while men apply for jobs when they meet an average of 60% of the requirements women and other groups tend to apply only when they meet all the criteria. If you believe you have the potential butdontmeet every single point in our job advertisement pleasedonthesitate to contact us! We would love to chat with you and see how you could bringgreat valueto our team. Our goal is to find exceptional individuals who can enrich our team culture actively contribute and have a genuine passion for their work. Here you have freedom to embrace your whole self: who you love your gender identity and expression skin colour age appearance disability neurodiversity DNA military/veteran status citizenship and other factors that make up who you are. Your uniqueness is valued welcomed and appreciated here. Weare dedicated to providinga positive workplace and base all employment decisions on your qualifications performance merits as well as business needs. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Required Experience:

Senior IC