Accounting Manager

SPAN

Accounting Manager overseeing inventory, close, revenue, and lease accounting for SPAN, which builds electrification hardware. Supporting audits, financial reporting, process improvements, and accounting team development.

Posted 8/14/2026full-timeSan Francisco • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $140,000 - $200,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Expertise in inventory and cost accounting, including contract manufacturing and consignment inventory, with a strong focus on GAAP compliance and revenue recognition under ASC 606. Proven ability to lead accounting close processes, mentor teams, and implement process improvements in a fast-paced environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Inventory AccountingASC 606 Revenue RecognitionASC 842 Lease AccountingNetSuite ProficiencyCPA Certification

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Hard Skills

Generally Accepted Accounting PrinciplesAccrual AccountingMonth-End CloseBalance Sheet ReconciliationFlux AnalysisVariance AnalysisFinancial Statement PreparationCost AccountingAudit DocumentationProcess Improvement

Soft Skills

MentoringCoachingCross-Functional CommunicationProactive InitiativeTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuiteExcelNetSuite

Certifications & Qualifications

CPA

Industry Keywords

Contract ManufacturingConsignment InventoryManufacturing AccountingSpecial Purpose Vehicle EntitiesHigh-Growth Environment

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERPFlux

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own inventory and cost accounting for products manufactured through contract manufacturers and EMS partners
Manage full-cycle consignment accounting for inventory held at manufacturing and distribution locations
Maintain inventory valuation and reserves for slow-moving, excess, and obsolete inventory in accordance with GAAP
Partner with Supply Chain and Operations to validate inventory movements, cycle counts, and ERP cost data
Lead or support monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, including journal entries
Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations, flux analysis, and variance explanations
Assist with financial statements and supporting schedules
Maintain audit-ready documentation and support external auditors with PBC items and audit inquiries
Prepare and review ASC 606 revenue recognition entries
Prepare and review ASC 842 lease accounting entries and maintain right-of-use asset and lease liability schedules
Implement process improvements and automation to reduce close cycle time
Mentor and coach direct reports and support their professional growth
Foster accountability, curiosity, and continuous improvement within the accounting team
Build relationships with Supply Chain, FP&A, and Legal
Translate accounting concepts into practical business guidance
Support ad hoc projects, system implementations, and broader Accounting process improvements

Requirements

What you’ll need

Demonstrated knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and accruals
Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience with contract manufacturing and consignment inventory accounting in a manufacturing or hardware environment
Experience with revenue recognition under ASC 606 and lease accounting under ASC 842
Experience handling accounting and reporting for Special Purpose Vehicle entities and supporting standalone entity reporting
Experience running the accounting close process and managing expectations, communications, and deadlines
Experience with month-end close, balance sheet reconciliations, and flux/variance analysis
Recent proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and intermediate to advanced Excel skills
Proficiency with NetSuite
Ability to build cross-functional relationships and communicate financial concepts clearly to non-finance partners
Prior experience mentoring, coaching, or managing direct reports
Agile, adaptable, fast learner, and comfortable in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
Proactive, self-motivated, takes initiative, and able to work with little supervision
Team player with a positive attitude and flexibility to adapt to changing priorities
CPA, public accounting experience, technical accounting memoranda, and manufacturing/electrification industry experience are preferred or a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive compensation
Equity grants at a well-funded, venture-backed company
100% employee premiums for base medical, dental, and vision plans, with options for additional coverage
Parental leave up to twenty four (24) weeks depending on eligibility
Comfortable, sunny office space located near BART and Caltrain public transit
Employee Resource Groups
Monthly social events
SPANcakes recognition breakfast
Lunch and learns
Flexible hours
One holiday per month
Flexible time off