Accountant / Comptable

Xona Space Systems • Montreal, QC

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Xona is the navigational intelligence company bringing real-time, centimeter-level certainty to any device, anywhere on Earth. With Pulsar – the world’s most advanced PNT satellite infrastructure in Low Earth Orbit – Xona will offer a future-proof, backwards-compatible global positioning system optimized for absolute precision, superior power, and robust protection. We’re seeking an Accountant to take ownership of financial operations, accounting, and bookkeeping for Xona’s Montreal-based Canadian entity. Working in-tandem with the Operations Manager and the Burlingame, California Financial Operations team, the Accountant will work to position Xona Canada’s financial infrastructure and processes for high-growth scalability. The ideal candidate will bring hands-on experience in establishing accounting processes that support manufacturing and logistical procurement in scale-up environments.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
• 4 - 8 years of experience in financial operations, or a similar field
• Understanding of fundamental accounting principles and practices (GAAP) in Canada and the United States
• Proficiency with spreadsheets (Excel)
• Familiarity and exposure to QuickBooks, or similar ERPs
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

Nice To Haves

• Ability to work independently and prioritize in a dynamic, fast-growth scale-up environment
• Interest and exposure to aerospace, satellite systems, or technology-driven industries is highly desirable
• Experience with ASC 606 Revenue Recognition, particularly over-time revenue recognition
• Experience with ERP implementation and cost accounting practices

Responsibilities

• Own accounting pathways from expense to capture to close, ensuring appropriate recordkeeping and reconciliation is completed for Xona’s Canadian entity
• Assist in the management of large-scope financial operations, coordinating with the Operations team for cost accounting, budget tracking, forecasting, and financial reporting
• Own accounts payable and accounts receivable, ensuring payments are processed in a timely manner with coordination from our external vendors and stakeholders
• Support month-end and year-end close activities including journal entries and account reconciliations in support of compliance and audit preparation
• Enforce and support multi-location, inter-entity accounting practices to ensure transfer pricing protocols are respected
• Coordinate with program managers and external governmental contacts to accurately recognize revenue and contract milestones

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level