Job Description: Accounting Director

Position Overview

• Company: Shield AI
• Employment Type: Full Time Employee
• Location Type: Hybrid

Shield AI is a venture-backed defense technology company dedicated to protecting service members and civilians with intelligent, autonomous systems. With offices in San Diego, Dallas, Washington, D.C., Abu Dhabi (UAE), Kyiv (Ukraine), and Melbourne (Australia), Shield AI’s technology actively supports U.S. and allied operations worldwide. For more information, visit www.shield.ai. Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X and Instagram.

This role offers a rare opportunity to shape the accounting function at a high-growth, mission-driven tech company as Shield AI expands globally. Reporting to the Controller, this role will oversee the global accounting close process, intercompany operations, and process improvement initiatives while building scalable infrastructure to support audit readiness and public company standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead the consolidation process for all subsidiaries, including intercompany eliminations and foreign currency translations.
• Oversee and execute day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger accounting, payroll, accounts receivable, and accounts payable.
• Collaborate with the extended finance team to ensure a timely close and reporting process and support the execution of team objectives.
• Assist with the implementation and maintenance of internal controls, ensuring compliance with future SOX requirements.
• Support the implementation and continuous improvement of accounting systems and processes.
• Lead change management initiatives across teams through documented governance practices.
• Promote quality within the organization through ongoing inspection, verification, and reconciliation.
• Stay current on industry best practices and emerging trends.
• Perform other tasks as assigned to support the company’s strategic objectives.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (preferred) or in Finance or a related field.
• GAAP Knowledge: Expert-level understanding of U.S. GAAP.
• Internal Controls: Experience maintaining a strong internal control environment, including SOX compliance.
• Time Management: Excellent time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Leadership Skills: Highly driven and self-motivated, with demonstrated leadership, presentation, and communication skills.
• Stakeholder Management: Proven experience coordinating with external stakeholders.
• Project Management: Ability to manage projects from inception to completion while incorporating feedback from multiple sources.
• Technical Skills: High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite required.

Salary

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Application Instructions

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