• Owning the end-to-end monthly close process, including general ledger, journal entries, accruals, and balance sheet reconciliations • Preparing accurate monthly and quarterly financial statements and management reporting • Ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP, including revenue recognition (ASC 606), stock-based compensation (ASC 718), leases (ASC 842), and inventory/COGS where applicable • Overseeing billing, accounts receivable, collections, and revenue accounting; partnering cross-functionally on contract structure and revenue recognition • Managing accounts payable, expense processes, cash reporting, and short-term cash forecasting • Leading external audits and coordinating tax compliance with third-party advisors • Owning and optimizing accounting systems and ERP (NetSuite or equivalent) • Designing and maintaining internal controls, documentation, and scalable accounting processes • Hiring, developing, and managing the accounting team while remaining a hands-on working manager