Senior Accountant – Accounting & Financial Reporting

The role

The Senior Accountant will support accounting, financial reporting, and close activities. This role works with the US Controller and Finance Team on global accounting operations and SEC reporting support.

What you will do

• Prepare and maintain accurate financial records in accordance with U.S. GAAP, internal controls, and company policies.
• Participate in the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes.
• Assist with the preparation of monthly and quarterly financial reporting packages.
• Support the quarterly and annual external audit process.
• Assist with accounting and reporting for multiple domestic and international entities.
• Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations.
• Support the implementation and maintenance of accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Assist in researching and documenting technical accounting issues and new accounting standards under U.S. GAAP.
• Support ERP system enhancements and process improvement initiatives.
• Assist with accounts payable, payroll, tax, and other accounting-related processes as needed.

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field.
• Minimum of 4–6 years of relevant accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting requirements.
• Experience with month-end close, account reconciliations, and financial statement preparation.
• Working knowledge of equity and inventory accounting.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Big Four / Big 6 public accounting experience required.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) required.
• Experience with internal controls over financial reporting.

Nice to have

• Experience working with multinational companies preferred.
• Knowledge of external reporting systems such as Wdesk and/or Active Disclosure is a plus.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary
• Comprehensive health coverage
• Attractive equity/stock options program

About the company

SES AI Corp. (NYSE: SES) is dedicated to accelerating the world’s energy transition through groundbreaking material discovery and advanced battery management.