Taleio Search Partners
Location: Chicago, IL
Salary: $135,000.00-$165,000.00
Seniority Level: Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type: Full‑time
Job Function: Accounting/Auditing and Finance
CEO @ Taleio Search Partners | Expert Recruitment Services About Us We are a rapidly growing technology company at the forefront of innovation in the sensing technologies space. We are driven by a mission to enhance the safety and security of the physical outdoors through our radar systems and artificial intelligence platform. Our team thrives on agility, precision, and collaboration — and we’re looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to support our financial operations as we scale.
Position Summary Reporting to the VP of Finance, the Accounting Manager will oversee day‑to‑day accounting operations and month‑end close processes, with a strong focus on inventory accounting and cost of goods sold (COGS). The ideal candidate has experience in a hardware technology company and knowledge of GAAP.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage the monthly, quarterly, and year‑end close process, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.
Own inventory accounting, including standard costing, physical inventory, cycle counts, and reconciliation of inventory accounts.
Work cross‑functionally with operations, engineering, and product teams to ensure inventory and COGS reporting is accurate and aligned with business objectives.
Implement and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls aligned with GAAP.
Collaborate on the implementation and improvement of ERP/accounting systems and tools to support scalable growth.
Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger functions with support from internal or outsourced staff.
Coordinate with external auditors, tax advisors, and consultants as needed.
Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow planning in collaboration with FP&A.
Prepare ad hoc financial analyses and reporting for senior management and investors.
Qualifications Required:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
Minimum 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 2 years in a managerial or lead role.
Deep experience with inventory and COGS accounting—especially in hardware or physical product environments.
Strong understanding of US GAAP.
Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., NetSuite, QuickBooks, or similar) and Excel.
Preferred:
Experience in the technology industry, with emphasis on hardware products (e.g., sensors, electronics, manufacturing).
Exposure to software revenue recognition (SaaS, licenses, or embedded software).
Startup or high‑growth company experience, ideally within Seed to Series C stages.
Public accounting experience (Big 4 or regional firm) is a strong plus.
CPA or CMA certification.
Employment Details Industries: Computer Hardware Manufacturing and Telecommunications
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Salary: $135,000.00-$165,000.00
Seniority Level: Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type: Full‑time
Job Function: Accounting/Auditing and Finance
CEO @ Taleio Search Partners | Expert Recruitment Services About Us We are a rapidly growing technology company at the forefront of innovation in the sensing technologies space. We are driven by a mission to enhance the safety and security of the physical outdoors through our radar systems and artificial intelligence platform. Our team thrives on agility, precision, and collaboration — and we’re looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to support our financial operations as we scale.
Position Summary Reporting to the VP of Finance, the Accounting Manager will oversee day‑to‑day accounting operations and month‑end close processes, with a strong focus on inventory accounting and cost of goods sold (COGS). The ideal candidate has experience in a hardware technology company and knowledge of GAAP.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage the monthly, quarterly, and year‑end close process, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.
Own inventory accounting, including standard costing, physical inventory, cycle counts, and reconciliation of inventory accounts.
Work cross‑functionally with operations, engineering, and product teams to ensure inventory and COGS reporting is accurate and aligned with business objectives.
Implement and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls aligned with GAAP.
Collaborate on the implementation and improvement of ERP/accounting systems and tools to support scalable growth.
Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger functions with support from internal or outsourced staff.
Coordinate with external auditors, tax advisors, and consultants as needed.
Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow planning in collaboration with FP&A.
Prepare ad hoc financial analyses and reporting for senior management and investors.
Qualifications Required:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
Minimum 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 2 years in a managerial or lead role.
Deep experience with inventory and COGS accounting—especially in hardware or physical product environments.
Strong understanding of US GAAP.
Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., NetSuite, QuickBooks, or similar) and Excel.
Preferred:
Experience in the technology industry, with emphasis on hardware products (e.g., sensors, electronics, manufacturing).
Exposure to software revenue recognition (SaaS, licenses, or embedded software).
Startup or high‑growth company experience, ideally within Seed to Series C stages.
Public accounting experience (Big 4 or regional firm) is a strong plus.
CPA or CMA certification.
Employment Details Industries: Computer Hardware Manufacturing and Telecommunications
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