Senior Accountant

Persona AI Inc • Houston, TX

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About The Position

The Senior Accountant will support the finance and accounting functions of a rapidly growing robotics company with significant R&D and manufacturing operations. The ideal candidate will have at least three years of accounting experience in the research & development (R&D) and manufacturing industries and will play a key role in financial reporting, cost accounting, and operational financial support.
This position requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work cross-functionally with engineering, operations, and management teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of accounting experience in R&D-driven or manufacturing environments.
• Solid understanding of GAAP and cost accounting principles.
• Experience with inventory accounting and manufacturing cost structures.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting/ERP systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• CPA or CPA-track preferred.
• Experience with ERP systems used in manufacturing environments (such as SAP, NetSuite, or Oracle).
• Experience supporting R&D project accounting and financial analysis.
• Experience supporting audit and compliance activities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
• Manage month-end and year-end closing activities, including journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Support manufacturing cost accounting, including inventory valuation, standard costing, and production variance analysis.
• Track, analyze, and report on R&D expenses and project costs.
• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning for manufacturing and R&D programs.
• Support internal and external audit processes and maintain documentation for compliance.
• Ensure adherence to internal controls and corporate accounting policies.
• Collaborate with engineering, procurement, and operations teams to analyze production costs and improve financial reporting processes.
• Contribute to process improvements and ERP system enhancements as the company continues to scale.

Benefits

• You'll shape technology that's redefining the possibilities of robotics and human interaction.
• Work alongside passionate teammates who value diversity, creativity, and continuous learning.
• Enjoy full access to advanced prototyping tools, labs, and the freedom to experiment and innovate.
• We offer competitive compensation, excellent benefits, flexible work environment, and equity opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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