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Apptronik
Austin, TX
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Apptronik is a human-centered robotics company developing AI-powered robots to support humanity in every facet of life. Our flagship humanoid robot, Apollo, is built to collaborate thoughtfully with people, starting with critical industries such as manufacturing and logistics, with future applications in healthcare, the home, and beyond.
We operate at the cutting edge of Applied AI, applying our expertise across the full robotics stack to solve some of society's most important problems. You will join a team dedicated to bringing Apollo to market at scale, tackling the complex challenges like safety, commercialization, and mass production to change the world for the better.
JOB SUMMARY
We are seeking an experienced Director of Technical Accounting & Financial Reporting to join our team as the first member of our technical accounting function. This position will support us as we work to build and deploy some of the coolest robots on Earth.
Reporting directly to the Controller, you will serve as the Company's technical accounting and financial reporting leader, acting as the primary resource for complex accounting matters and the accounting implications of new business initiatives. You will partner closely with Finance, FP&A, Legal, Operations, Engineering, executive leadership, external auditors, and outside consultants to support the Company's continued growth.
As the first dedicated technical accounting hire, you will establish and maintain the Company's accounting policy framework, prepare technical accounting analyses, support financial reporting and audit activities, drive public-company readiness initiatives, and build the technical accounting function from the ground up, with the opportunity to grow and lead that function as the Company scales.
We offer a competitive compensation package, health benefits, and paid time off, as well as a hybrid work schedule at our location in north Austin.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES or KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Serve as the Company's subject matter expert on U.S. GAAP and lead the research, interpretation, and application of complex accounting standards to company activities, including:
Lead the preparation of high-quality technical accounting memos, accounting policies, financial statements, and associated disclosures, ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP and supporting the Company's evolving business model and growth initiatives.
Own the technical accounting and financial reporting aspects of the Company's annual audit and support public-company preparation efforts should the Company pursue an IPO, including disclosure processes, internal controls, and future SEC reporting requirements.
Partner closely with Finance, Legal, Operations, Engineering, and executive leadership to evaluate new products, customer arrangements, strategic partnerships, financing activities, and other significant transactions, providing practical accounting guidance during business decision-making.
Act as the primary liaison with external auditors and third-party specialists to support technical accounting conclusions and regulatory compliance.
Support the monthly and quarterly close processes for technical accounting matters and help develop scalable processes, policies, and controls to support a rapidly growing organization.
Assist the CFO and Controller with special projects, Board and management presentations, strategic initiatives, and other financial reporting and accounting matters as needed.
10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 5 years in a Big 4 or national public accounting firm and meaningful technical accounting/financial reporting experience in industry, operating at the Senior Manager or Director level
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