Staff Accountant

Tiberius Aerospace Inc. • Tucson, AZ

19d

About The Position

Tiberius is seeking a diligent, self-motivated Staff Accountant to help build and scale our accounting function. This role will go beyond transactional bookkeeping and play a meaningful part in applying GAAP principles, strengthening internal controls and supporting strategic growth initiatives. This is an opportunity to gain broad exposure across accounting and finance in a startup environment while working closely with the Director of Finance – FP&A & Controller. The ideal candidate is someone who wants to grow into increasing responsibility as the company scales.

Requirements

• 3 or more years of accounting experience (public accounting or industry)
• Strong understanding of GAAP principles
• Experience with accounting and AP software (e.g., QuickBooks, NetSuite, Rillet, Ramp, Expensify etc.)
• Excellent attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• High level of integrity and discretion
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong communication skills
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced startup environment

Nice To Haves

• CPA or CPA candidate (not required)
• Public accounting background (Big 4 or regional firm a plus)
• Experience in defense, aerospace, manufacturing, software or hardware startups
• Experience supporting audits or transaction diligence

Responsibilities

• Maintain the general ledger and ensure accurate, timely recording of financial transactions
• Assist in driving monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes
• Prepare and post journal entries, including accruals and adjustments
• Ensure GAAP compliance
• Perform monthly bank and credit card reconciliations
• Identify and resolve accounting discrepancies
• Assist with the preparation of internal financial statements
• Maintain organized, audit-ready documentation
• Assist in researching and applying GAAP guidance as needed
• Support development of accounting policies and internal controls
• Assist with revenue recognition, expense classification and capitalization analyses
• Support audit preparation and investor due diligence
• Contribute to improving systems and accounting processes as the company scales
• Oversee accounts payable workflow and vendor management
• Support cash flow tracking and reporting
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting in collaboration with FP&A
• Support compliance and regulatory filings
• Take on cross-functional finance and operational projects as needed

Benefits

• Competitive base salary with performance bonus
• Equity and share options
• Flexible PTO plus 9 bank holidays, 48 hours sick leave, and 5 days bereavement leave
• Parental leave (2 weeks)
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Life assurance
• 401(k)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed