The Accounting Manager will oversee accounting operations, financial reporting, compliance, and process improvements in a sustainable agriculture startup.
Summary
Nitricity is revolutionizing sustainable agriculture by developing innovative nitrogen fertilizer production technology. We are a dynamic and fast-growing company committed to creating environmentally friendly solutions for food security. We’re seeking an experienced and hands-on Accounting Manager to lead our accounting operations and financial reporting. The ideal candidate brings strong experience in continuous process manufacturing and thrives in a dynamic, high-growth startup environment. You’ll play a critical role in ensuring financial accuracy, regulatory compliance, and scalable systems as we expand production.
Responsibilities
- Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes in accordance with GAAP
- Manage general ledger, journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations
- Oversee cost accounting and inventory tracking for continuous manufacturing operations
- Maintain internal controls, accounting policies, and documentation
- Prepare financial reports, variance analyses, and audit-ready schedules
- Manage intercompany transactions and support multi-entity consolidations
- Coordinate with external CPA firms on audits and tax filings
- Support compliance needs including sales tax, insurance, and grant/loan reporting
- Collaborate cross-functionally with operations and engineering teams to align reporting with production data
- Drive process improvements and accounting automation as the company scales
- Perform other related duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA preferred
- 5+ years of relevant experience, including 2+ years in a lead or management role
- Strong background in continuous process manufacturing, cost accounting, and inventory management
- Deep understanding of GAAP and financial reporting standards
- Proven ability to build processes and systems from the ground up
- Proficient in QuickBooks and Excel/Google Sheets; NetSuite or similar ERP a plus
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of working independently in a fast-paced environment
Benefits
- 3 weeks of paid vacation
- 7 company holidays and two floating holidays
- Medical and Dental insurance
- Parental leave
- 401 (k) plan with matching
Top Skills
Excel
Google Sheets
NetSuite
Quickbooks
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