The Accounting Manager will lead accounting operations, manage financial reporting, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive process improvements as the company scales.
Summary
Nitricity is revolutionizing sustainable agriculture by developing innovative nitrogen fertilizer production technology. We are a dynamic and fast-growing company committed to creating environmentally friendly solutions for food security. We’re seeking an experienced and hands-on Accounting Manager to lead our accounting operations and financial reporting. The ideal candidate brings strong experience in continuous process manufacturing and thrives in a dynamic, high-growth startup environment. You’ll play a critical role in ensuring financial accuracy, regulatory compliance, and scalable systems as we expand production.
Responsibilities
- Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes in accordance with GAAP
- Manage general ledger, journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations
- Oversee cost accounting and inventory tracking for continuous manufacturing operations
- Maintain internal controls, accounting policies, and documentation
- Prepare financial reports, variance analyses, and audit-ready schedules
- Manage intercompany transactions and support multi-entity consolidations
- Coordinate with external CPA firms on audits and tax filings
- Support compliance needs including sales tax, insurance, and grant/loan reporting
- Collaborate cross-functionally with operations and engineering teams to align reporting with production data
- Drive process improvements and accounting automation as the company scales
- Perform other related duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA preferred
- 5+ years of relevant experience, including 2+ years in a lead or management role
- Strong background in continuous process manufacturing, cost accounting, and inventory management
- Deep understanding of GAAP and financial reporting standards
- Proven ability to build processes and systems from the ground up
- Proficient in QuickBooks and Excel/Google Sheets; NetSuite or similar ERP a plus
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of working independently in a fast-paced environment
Benefits
- Compensation: $125,000-$155,000
- 3 weeks of paid vacation
- 7 company holidays and 4 floating holidays
- Medical and Dental insurance
- Parental leave
- 401 (k) plan with matching
Top Skills
Excel
Google Sheets
NetSuite
Quickbooks
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