Senior Staff Accountant at Skylo in Remote, US

Job description

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• The world still has coverage blind spots. You could help eliminate them at Skylo.
• Skylo has pioneered a standards-based approach to satellite connectivity. We connect smartphones and IoT devices directly to satellites. No special hardware, no entirely new networks. Just billions of existing devices, suddenly reachable anywhere on Earth. We're not building toward this future. We're already in it.
• Our direct-to-device service is live on millions of activated devices across five continents, covering more than 72 million square kilometers, in partnership with leading satellite operators, mobile network operators, Tier-1 chipset makers, and OEMs worldwide. And we're just getting started.
• At the heart of it all is Skylo's commercial NTN vRAN: a 3GPP standards-based, cloud-native platform that seamlessly bridges terrestrial and satellite networks. It's the infrastructure that makes true anywhere, anytime connectivity possible.
• When you join Skylo, you'll work at the intersection of three markets reshaping how the world stays connected: mass-market consumer devices, automotive, and industrial IoT. Enabling people outdoors and critical workflows in the world's most remote places.
• This is a rare chance to work on technology that matters, at a company that's already proving it works
• We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join Skylo’s Finance team and support the accounting operations of a growing global technology company.
• You will play a key role in the monthly close, general ledger accounting, reconciliations, financial reporting, and day-to-day accounting operations. You will work closely with the broader Finance team and cross-functional partners to ensure our financial records are accurate, timely, and scalable as the business continues to grow.
• This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys getting into the details while also looking for ways to improve processes and build stronger accounting infrastructure.
• Skylo is building a new category of global connectivity at the intersection of wireless, satellite, cloud, and consumer technology. As the company grows, the Finance organization is building the systems and processes needed to support that scale.
• This role offers the opportunity to take meaningful ownership of Skylo’s accounting operations, work closely with teams across the business, and help build a finance function designed for the next stage of growth.

Responsibilities

• Support the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close process
• Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, prepaids, and other general ledger activity
• Prepare and maintain balance sheet reconciliations and supporting schedules
• Assist with accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash, fixed assets, and other accounting activities as needed
• Review financial activity and investigate unusual transactions or variances
• Support preparation of monthly financial statements and management reporting
• Maintain accurate accounting records and documentation in accordance with GAAP
• Assist with annual audits, tax filings, and other compliance requirements by preparing schedules and supporting documentation
• Partner with FP&A, People, Legal, Procurement, and other teams to ensure transactions are recorded accurately and timely
• Help maintain and strengthen accounting policies, internal controls, and documentation
• Identify opportunities to automate or streamline manual accounting processes
• Support implementation and improvement of finance systems and workflows as Skylo scales
• Assist with ad hoc financial analysis and accounting projects

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 5+ years of relevant accounting experience
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and general accounting principles
• Experience with month-end close, journal entries, account reconciliations, and general ledger accounting
• Strong Excel or Google Sheets skills
• High attention to detail and ability to maintain accuracy while managing multiple priorities
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and collaborate across teams
• Comfortable operating in a fast-moving, evolving environment
• CPA or progress toward CPA certification
• Experience at a high-growth technology company
• Experience with SaaS, telecommunications, hardware, or other technology businesses
• Experience with ERP and financial systems such as NetSuite
• Experience supporting audits and implementing accounting controls
• Experience working with international entities or global accounting operations

Skills

Required

• Strong Excel or Google Sheets skills
• High attention to detail

Preferred

• CPA or progress toward CPA certification

Benefits

• With employees working across three continents, Skylo is proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. Our worldwide culture encourages a flexible approach to work, and we offer an attractive range of benefits:
• Competitive compensation packages including a stock option-based equity program
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plan
• Monthly allowances for wellness and education reimbursement
• A generous time-off policy, holidays, and the opportunity to temporarily work abroad
• A once-in-a-career opportunity to operate the world's first commercial, live direct-to-device satellite network
• Access to a world-class team across software, hardware, chipsets, telecom, satellite, and network virtualization
• Open, transparent, inclusive culture that blends Silicon Valley, Nordic, and South Asia characteristics
• The estimated base salary range for this role is $110,000 — $117,000. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant training.
• In addition to base salary, Skylo offers a competitive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and equity options.