Senior Accountant

Evolv Technologies Holdings•Waltham, MA

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

Evolv is seeking a Senior Accountant to play a critical role in managing and enhancing our financial reporting processes, internal controls, and SOX compliance environment. This position is ideal for a seasoned accounting professional with public accounting and/or public company experience who can independently own key accounting areas while partnering cross-functionally to strengthen financial operations and reporting. At Evolv, we use AI-powered security technology to help organizations create safer spaces for people to live, work, learn, and play. As a Senior Accountant, you will leverage your technical expertise and process-oriented mindset to ensure the integrity of financial reporting, support SOX compliance efforts, and help drive continuous improvement across accounting processes.

Requirements

CPA license or candidates who are actively pursuing certification are preferred
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is preferred
Experience working in a SOX-compliant environment through a public accounting firm or publicly traded company
Hands-on experience applying US GAAP and ASC 606 revenue recognition rules
Experience with lease accounting under ASC 842
Experience preparing or reviewing revenue-related journal entries, accruals, or reconciliations
NetSuite ERP experience is preferred
Experience serving as a point of contact for external auditors on revenue-related testing

Nice To Haves

Proficiency in Evolv’s business applications (NetSuite, Salesforce, Workiva, Blackline)

Responsibilities

Independently own and execute key components of the month-end close, including complex journal entries and account reconciliations.
Support the execution and documentation of SOX controls, ensuring timely completion and identification of control gaps or inefficiencies.
Assist in maintaining and updating control documentation, including process narratives and support for audit readiness.
Assist with technical accounting research and document positions related to transactions and evolving business initiatives.
Support SEC reporting processes (10-Q, 10-K, 8-K, Proxy), helping to ensure accuracy and completeness.
Partner with cross-functional teams to resolve accounting issues and improve financial processes.
Demonstrate ownership and subject-matter expertise over assigned accounting areas and related SOX controls.
Play a key role in strengthening the internal control environment, including identifying control design improvements and supporting remediation efforts.
Act as a primary liaison for audit procedures in assigned areas, supporting external audit requests and walkthroughs.
Drive improvements in the close process to increase efficiency and enhance reporting accuracy.
Contribute to ERP and system-related initiatives, helping optimize accounting processes and internal controls.
Mentor junior team members and contribute to a collaborative, high-performing team culture.
Apply strong knowledge of US GAAP to manage complex accounting areas, ensuring accurate and compliant financial reporting.
Own key accounting areas and support the design, execution, and enhancement of SOX controls, including documentation and testing support.
Partner with internal and external auditors to support walkthroughs, testing, and timely resolution of audit inquiries.
Work closely with Accounting, Finance, IT, and other departments to ensure accurate reporting and strengthen internal controls.
Identify opportunities to improve processes, automate workflows, and enhance reporting.
Ensure timely and accurate completion of account reconciliations, journal entries, and reporting deliverables.