Back to jobs
New

Director, Technical Accounting

San Francisco, California Office (HQ)

 

About the Company

Armada is an edge computing startup that provides computing infrastructure to remote areas where connectivity and cloud infrastructure is limited, as well as areas where data needs to be processed locally for real-time analytics and AI at the edge. We’re looking to bring on the most brilliant minds to help further our mission of bridging the digital divide with advanced technology infrastructure that can be rapidly deployed anywhere.

 

About the Role  

We are seeking an experienced, business-savvy Technical Accountant who excels in a dynamic, hyper-growth environment to join our Finance organization as Director, Technical Accounting. In this role, you will serve as the Company’s foremost accounting authority in specific areas of responsibility, providing strategic guidance on complex accounting matters while building and leading cross-functional projects. As we continue to scale our business and navigate an evolving regulatory landscape, you will play a critical role in establishing robust accounting policies, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of our accounting policies, and serving as a trusted advisor on the accounting implications of business decisions 

This role requires someone who excels as both a hands-on technical expert and a business partner. You will partner closely with cross-functional teams across Finance, Legal, Product, Tax, Treasury and Business Operations to assess accounting treatment for novel business models and transactions. You will also prepare the Company for external audit and drive continuous improvement of our accounting infrastructure. If you are passionate about solving complex accounting challenges while developing high-performing teams, we want to hear from you. 

 

Location: This role is office based at our San Francisco, California office.

 

What You'll Do (Key Responsibilities): 

  • Serve as one of the Company's principal technical accounting authorities, providing expert guidance on complex accounting matters, including revenue recognition, equity transactions, leases, business combinations, and emerging issues 
  • Partner with business teams to assess accounting implications of new products, business models, partnerships, and strategic transactions before they are executed 
  • Embed with functional teams across the organization to provide real-time accounting consultation and build strong working relationships with business partners 
  • Foster a culture of excellence, continuous learning, and collaboration 
  • Establish and maintain comprehensive accounting policies, procedures, and technical accounting memos that ensure compliance with US GAAP 
  • Lead the evaluation and implementation of new or revised accounting standards, including impact assessments, policy development, and cross-functional education 
  • Oversee the preparation of technical accounting documentation for annual financial statements, including footnote disclosures and supporting schedules 
  • Drive automation and process improvements across the technical accounting function, leveraging technology to enhance efficiency and scalability 
  • Present technical accounting findings and recommendations to senior leadership, distilling complex matters into clear, actionable insights 
  • Monitor regulatory developments and industry trends, proactively identifying potential impacts on the company's accounting and financial reporting 
  • Support special projects, including system implementations, internal control enhancements, and others as needed 
  • Develop talent across the broader finance organization through training, mentorship, and technical accounting guidance 

 

Who You Are

Experience & Skills

  • A minimum of 10+ years of progressive accounting experience with at least 4-6 years in leadership roles or working in areas that emphasize cross-functional collaboration 
  • Accounting Advisory experience or National Office tour in a Big 4 public accounting firm highly preferred 
  • Have substantial experience working at or with high-growth technology companies 
  • Possess deep expertise in US GAAP accounting and reporting requirements, with proven ability to research and document complex accounting conclusions 
  • Experience with complex accounting transactions and technical GAAP research, including expert understanding of US GAAP (ASC 606, ASC 842, and ASC 718) 
  • Experience working w/ multi-national entities and a strong understanding of consolidated financial reporting, including functional currency analysis 
  • Experience coaching team members through technical accounting challenges 
  • Proven successful project management skills. Ability to represent leadership on projects within multiple areas, interfacing with project managers, finance teams, and middle management 
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills 
  • Strong communication and interpersonal abilities, with a focus on ethical conduct and integrity 

 

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance 
  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or equivalent certification 
  • Experience in early and/or growth stage startups is required 
  • Proficiency with accounting systems (NetSuite preferred) and advanced Excel capabilities are preferred 

 

 

Compensation & Benefits

For U.S. Based candidates: To ensure fairness and transparency, the starting base salary range for this role for candidates in the U.S. are listed, varying based on location experience, skills, and qualifications.  In addition to base salary, this role will also be offered equity and subsidized benefits (details available upon request).

Benefits

  • Competitive base salary and equity
  • Medical, dental, and vision (subsidized cost)
  • Health savings accounts (HSA), flexible spending accounts (FSA), and dependent care FSAs (DCFSA)
  • Retirement plan options, including 401(k) and Roth 401(k)
  • Unlimited paid time off (PTO)
  • 14 paid company holidays per year

#LI-SM1

#LI-Remote

Compensation

$161,920 - $202,400 USD

 

You're a Great Fit if You're

  • A go-getter with a growth mindset. You're intellectually curious, have strong business acumen, and actively seek opportunities to build relevant skills and knowledge 
  • A detail-oriented problem-solver. You can independently gather information, solve problems efficiently, and deliver results with a "get-it-done" attitude 
  • Thrive in a fast-paced environment. You're energized by an entrepreneurial spirit, capable of working quickly, and excited to contribute to a growing company
  • A collaborative team player. You focus on business success and are motivated by team accomplishment vs personal agenda 
  • Highly organized and results-driven. Strong prioritization skills and a dedicated work ethic are essential for you 

 

Equal Opportunity Statement

At Armada, we are committed to fostering a work environment where everyone is given equal opportunities to thrive. As an equal opportunity employer, we strictly prohibit discrimination or harassment based on race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy applies to all employment decisions, including hiring, promotions, and compensation. Our hiring is guided by qualifications, merit, and the business needs at the time.

 

Unsolicited Resumes and Candidates

Armada does not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions from external agencies or recruiters. All candidates must apply directly through our careers page. Any resumes submitted by agencies without a prior signed agreement will be considered unsolicited and Armada will not be obligated to pay any fees.

 

Create a Job Alert

Interested in building your career at Armada? Get future opportunities sent straight to your email.

Apply for this job

*

indicates a required field

Resume/CV*

Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf

Education

Select...
Select...
Select...
Select...

U.S. Standard Demographic Questions

We invite applicants to share their demographic background. If you choose to complete this survey, your responses may be used to identify areas of improvement in our hiring process.
Select...
Select...
Select...
Select...
Select...
Select...

Voluntary Self-Identification

For government reporting purposes, we ask candidates to respond to the below self-identification survey. Completion of the form is entirely voluntary. Whatever your decision, it will not be considered in the hiring process or thereafter. Any information that you do provide will be recorded and maintained in a confidential file.

As set forth in Armada’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.

Select...
Select...
Race & Ethnicity Definitions

If you believe you belong to any of the categories of protected veterans listed below, please indicate by making the appropriate selection. As a government contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA), we request this information in order to measure the effectiveness of the outreach and positive recruitment efforts we undertake pursuant to VEVRAA. Classification of protected categories is as follows:

A "disabled veteran" is one of the following: a veteran of the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service who is entitled to compensation (or who but for the receipt of military retired pay would be entitled to compensation) under laws administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs; or a person who was discharged or released from active duty because of a service-connected disability.

A "recently separated veteran" means any veteran during the three-year period beginning on the date of such veteran's discharge or release from active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval, or air service.

An "active duty wartime or campaign badge veteran" means a veteran who served on active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service during a war, or in a campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge has been authorized under the laws administered by the Department of Defense.

An "Armed forces service medal veteran" means a veteran who, while serving on active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service, participated in a United States military operation for which an Armed Forces service medal was awarded pursuant to Executive Order 12985.

Select...

Voluntary Self-Identification of Disability

Form CC-305
Page 1 of 1
OMB Control Number 1250-0005
Expires 04/30/2026

Why are you being asked to complete this form?

We are a federal contractor or subcontractor. The law requires us to provide equal employment opportunity to qualified people with disabilities. We have a goal of having at least 7% of our workers as people with disabilities. The law says we must measure our progress towards this goal. To do this, we must ask applicants and employees if they have a disability or have ever had one. People can become disabled, so we need to ask this question at least every five years.

Completing this form is voluntary, and we hope that you will choose to do so. Your answer is confidential. No one who makes hiring decisions will see it. Your decision to complete the form and your answer will not harm you in any way. If you want to learn more about the law or this form, visit the U.S. Department of Labor’s Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) website at www.dol.gov/ofccp.

How do you know if you have a disability?

A disability is a condition that substantially limits one or more of your “major life activities.” If you have or have ever had such a condition, you are a person with a disability. Disabilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Alcohol or other substance use disorder (not currently using drugs illegally)
  • Autoimmune disorder, for example, lupus, fibromyalgia, rheumatoid arthritis, HIV/AIDS
  • Blind or low vision
  • Cancer (past or present)
  • Cardiovascular or heart disease
  • Celiac disease
  • Cerebral palsy
  • Deaf or serious difficulty hearing
  • Diabetes
  • Disfigurement, for example, disfigurement caused by burns, wounds, accidents, or congenital disorders
  • Epilepsy or other seizure disorder
  • Gastrointestinal disorders, for example, Crohn's Disease, irritable bowel syndrome
  • Intellectual or developmental disability
  • Mental health conditions, for example, depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD
  • Missing limbs or partially missing limbs
  • Mobility impairment, benefiting from the use of a wheelchair, scooter, walker, leg brace(s) and/or other supports
  • Nervous system condition, for example, migraine headaches, Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis (MS)
  • Neurodivergence, for example, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), autism spectrum disorder, dyslexia, dyspraxia, other learning disabilities
  • Partial or complete paralysis (any cause)
  • Pulmonary or respiratory conditions, for example, tuberculosis, asthma, emphysema
  • Short stature (dwarfism)
  • Traumatic brain injury
Select...

PUBLIC BURDEN STATEMENT: According to the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 no persons are required to respond to a collection of information unless such collection displays a valid OMB control number. This survey should take about 5 minutes to complete.