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Senior Accountant

Picogrid· Finance
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El Segundo, CA$105k - $135kFull-timePosted 2mo ago

About the role

Senior Accountant at Picogrid responsible for owning the monthly close, financial reporting, and building an audit-ready, scalable accounting function within a fast-growing defense technology startup.

Responsibilities

  • Own the monthly close and financial reporting
  • Prepare journal entries, accruals, reconciliations, and supporting schedules
  • Review operating expenses for appropriate classification and departmental allocation
  • Support revenue recognition, accounts receivable, and deferred revenue accounting
  • Perform flux and variance analysis to identify unusual activity and improve financial statement accuracy
  • Perform bank reconciliations and cash matching
  • Help improve and automate procure-to-pay and expense processes as we scale
  • Prepare clear, well-supported financial statement schedules and audit-ready workpapers
  • Support annual financial statement audit and coordinate audit requests
  • Help implement and operationalize accounting policies as the business grows
  • Build processes and documentation that strengthen accuracy and scalability of the accounting function
  • Identify opportunities to automate repetitive accounting processes and accelerate the close
  • Improve integrations and workflows across the finance stack
  • Leverage AI and automation tools to reduce manual work while maintaining strong financial controls
  • Partner cross-functionally with Finance, Operations, Supply Chain, Engineering, and other teams on accounting and systems initiatives
  • Take on increasingly complex accounting responsibilities as the company grows

Qualifications

  • 2+ years of progressive accounting or audit experience
  • Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and accounting fundamentals
  • Ability to independently investigate discrepancies and drive issues through resolution
  • Strong attention to detail while understanding the broader business context
  • Comfort operating in an environment where processes are still being built and improved
  • Strong systems aptitude and ability to learn new finance tools quickly
  • Process-improvement mindset with a focus on automation and scalability
  • Clear written and verbal communication skills and ability to work effectively across functions

Skills

Required:U.S. GAAPClose managementFinancial analysisAutomation and systems
Nice to have:Audit coordination

Benefits

  • Base salary range: $105,000 - $135,000 per year plus performance incentive
  • Significant stock options with high potential upside
  • 401(k) with employer matching
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family
  • Relocation assistance provided (if applicable)
  • Unlimited PTO (two-week minimum) and 11 paid holidays per year
  • Paid parental leave for both parents
  • Lunch provided in-office and fully stocked kitchenette
  • Free EV charging at the HQ
  • Unique office in El Segundo, CA stocked with coffee, snacks, and craft beer
Last updated Oct 11, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

About Picogrid

Integrated Systems for Modern Missions

Picogrid delivers integrated systems for modern missions, connecting sensors, platforms, and operators across land, sea, air, and space.

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