Accounting Manager

Bear Robotics•Addison, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an Accounting Manager to join our Finance team. As the Accounting Manager at Bear Robotics, you will play a critical role in driving the financial reporting and operations of our rapidly expanding robotics startup. You will be responsible for maintaining financial health, ensuring compliance with regulations, and providing strategic financial guidance to support our growth and success. The Accounting Manager will have a broad range of responsibilities and will work on a “hands on” basis. Some of the responsibilities include reconciling account balances and bank statements, maintaining the general ledger and sub-ledgers, and proactively completing month-end close activities. A successful Senior Accountant combines excellent analytical skills with a thorough knowledge of accounting principles to assess, judge, and account for transactions in alignment with GAAP.

Requirements

Profound experience with typical accounting procedures, GAAP, business/employer taxes.
Highest standards of accuracy and precision; highly organized and attention to detail.
Strong analytical and quantitative skills.
Articulate with excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to think creatively, highly-driven and self-motivated
Demonstrated ability to roll-up sleeves and work with team members in a hands-on capacity
Must be able to work independently and across multiple time zones
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting is required
6 to 8 years experience in accounting with 3 to 5 years experience in accounting management roles.
Proven experience in finance role with tax-related responsibilities, preferably in a startup or high-growth environment
Strong knowledge of financial principles, practices and regulations

Nice To Haves

Experience using NetSuite, Google Sheets, and Avalara highly preferred
CPA certification is a plus
Experience in Manufacturing / AI / Tech industry

Responsibilities

Oversee U.S. federal, state, and local income tax return preparation and filings
Review and manage foreign entity tax filings in coordination with local advisors
Manage the preparation and review of quarterly and annual tax provisions under ASC 740 (U.S. GAAP).
Ensure compliance with transfer pricing requirements, including documentation and intercompany transactions.
Develop and implement global tax strategies to optimize the company’s effective tax rate.
Advise on the tax implications of cross-border transactions, restructurings, and business expansions.
Support M&A transactions, including due diligence and integration planning.
Serve as the primary tax liaison with the finance teams across international subsidiaries.
Manage relationships with external tax advisors, auditors, and regulatory authorities.
Partner closely with Legal, Treasury, FP&A, and Accounting teams.
Verify, allocate, post and reconcile accounts payable and receivable
Produce error-free accounting reports and present their results
Analyze financial information and summarize financial status
Spot errors and suggest ways to improve efficiency and spending
Contact customers and vendors as needed to resolve invoices
Review and recommend modifications to accounting systems and procedures
Participate in financial standards setting and in forecast process
Provide input into department’s goal setting process
Assist with preparation of financial statements and budget according to schedule
Assist with tax and external audits
Coordinate internal audits to ensure compliance
Support month-end and year-end close processes
Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls
Ensure compliance with GAAP principles
Perform other related duties as assigned