Technical Accounting Manager

Overview

Axiom Space is a human space exploration company, building era-defining space infrastructure and delivering technology-driven solutions that will empower civilization to transcend Earth.

Beginning with Axiom Station, successor to the International Space Station, the company is pioneering a next-generation orbital settlement that will foster groundbreaking innovation and research in microgravity and drive the global space economy of tomorrow.

Today, guided by the vision of leading humanity's expansion off planet, Axiom Space is the principal provider of commercial human spaceflight services and developer of advanced spacesuits for the Moon and beyond.

Axiom Space fosters a work environment inclusive of all perspectives. We are the pioneers of commercial space, leading the transformation of low-Earth orbit into a global space marketplace. Our mission-driven team is seeking a bold and dynamic Technical Accounting Manager, who is fueled by high accountability, execution horsepower, and driven to understand our world, science/technology, and life itself, for the benefit of all on Earth and beyond.

Position Summary

Since Axiom Space is a very complex work environment, we are looking for a resilient, high-energy Technical Accounting Manager reporting to the Director, Financial Reporting. This person will be responsible for researching, interpreting and implementing complex accounting standards, ensuring compliance with U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and providing technical accounting guidance across the organization.

This person will also work closely with the financial reporting team and assist in those responsibilities and duties as needed. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical accounting expertise, excellent analytical, communication and documentation skills, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams on complex accounting transactions, financial reporting matters and emerging accounting standards.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Research, analyze, and document complex accounting issues in accordance with GAAP and applicable SEC regulations as the company prepares for public-company readiness in the future
• Prepare and review technical accounting memoranda supporting significant accounting conclusions and judgments
• Evaluate the accounting implications of complex and nonroutine transactions, including acquisitions, divestitures, debt and equity financing, restructuring activities, and contractual arrangements
• Provide technical accounting guidance on ASC 606 (Revenue Recognition), ASC 842 (Leases), ASC 805 (Business Combinations), ASC 350/360 (Goodwill and Asset Impairment), ASC 718 (Stock-Based Compensation), ASC 815 (Derivatives and Hedging), and other relevant standards
• Monitor new accounting pronouncements and assess their impact on the company's financial statements, policies, and processes; lead the implementation of newly issued accounting standards
• Partner with corporate accounting/controller group, FP&A, Treasury, Tax, Legal and other departments to obtain and validate information; provide financial reporting guidance to accounting and finance teams to promote consistency and compliance
• Draft and review footnote disclosures, and other narrative sections of documents and external financial statements
• Participate in special projects, including acquisitions, divestitures, financing transactions, system implementations and reporting process enhancements
• Establish, maintain and strengthen internal controls over financial reporting for compliance requirements, as applicable; identify control gaps proactively and remediate them before they become audit findings
• Ensure process documentation and policies are current, effective, and audit-ready
• Communicating project progress, status, and potential issues to stakeholders and leadership
• Implementing and maintaining agile project management methodologies throughout the project lifecycle
• Perform additional job duties as assigned

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Education & Experience

• Public accounting experience, preferably from the Big 4
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA designation strongly preferred
• Public company experience preferred
• 8+ years of progressive accounting experience, including significant technical accounting and external audit experience
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, accounting research tools, technical accounting, financial statement preparation, and regulatory reporting requirements
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with high attention to detail
• Track record of making things happen in ambiguous, fast-moving environments
• Uses good judgement to solve problems proactively, positively impacting hard challenges
• Demonstrated organization skills to meet tight deadlines with high quality results

Core Skills

• Passion for space and the mission
• Entrepreneurial, growth mindset
• High EQ and ability to collaborate within teams and cross-functionally
• Tech-solutioning in using systems and tools to move smarter and faster

Core Competencies

Embody our core values of leadership, innovation, and teamwork. In addition, to perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Accountability
• Technical Rigor
• Execution Discipline
• Pride of Delivery

Work Environment

Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on the task.

Requirements

• This position may require access to export controlled technical data or technology subject to NASA regulations, International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). In accordance with U.S. export control laws, final candidates may be required to undergo additional export control screening to determine eligibility for access. Meeting these requirements is a condition of employment.
• Management has the prerogative to select at any level for which the position is advertised
• Must be willing to work evenings and weekends as needed to meet critical project milestones

Physical Requirements

• Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of the time)
• May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of the time)
• Equipment and Machines
• Standard office equipment (PC, phone, printer, etc.)