Senior Accountant, Financial Reporting & Technical Accounting

We are looking for a Senior Accountant, Financial Reporting and Technical Accounting. As a Senior Accountant, you'll be part of a cross-functional team whose mission is to lead IonQ on its journey to build the world's best quantum computers to solve the world's most complex problems.

In this role, you will work closely with team leaders to prepare and review the Company's SEC filings and support financial statement disclosures. You will also assist in supporting the external quarterly reviews and year-end audit, participate in technical accounting analyses, and assist in special projects as needed. A successful candidate will have knowledge of SEC disclosure rules and requirements and be able to apply accounting knowledge, critical thinking, and analytical skills to be a part of a dynamic, first class, highly scalable and efficient financial reporting team for a high-growth, high-tech company.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in the preparation of SEC filings, such as Forms 10-K, 10-Q and 8-K, and other regulatory reports, such as statutory audits
• Prepare and review financial statements and footnote disclosures, including reviewing supporting schedules, to ensure accuracy and compliance with US GAAP and other regulatory requirements
• Coordinate with external auditors during quarterly reviews and annual audits, providing necessary documentation and explanations
• Assist in the preparation of the monthly controller report, including coordinating with subsidiaries and cross-functional teams, such as Equity, Finance, and People, to obtain and analyze supporting schedules
• Perform quarterly variance analysis of changes in balance sheet and income statement accounts
• Research and document technical accounting issues, disclosure requirements, and new accounting pronouncements to ensure proper application of GAAP for significant accounting transactions and issues
• Review the monthly and quarterly journal entries and account reconciliations for investments, noncontrolling interests, and other technical accounting areas
• Assist with the accounting and reporting processes for business combinations and investments
• Perform key internal controls in a timely manner
• Improve financial reporting processes and internal controls to increase efficiency and accuracy, including identifying opportunities for automation and developing processes to support Company growth
• Supervise and coach financial reporting staff, including providing guidance on assigned tasks, reviewing workpapers, and providing constructive feedback
• Provide backup support for other positions within the department as needed
• Support the Financial Reporting Team in special projects as needed

You'd be a good fit with:

• BS/BA in Accounting
• 3-5 years of progressive experience in financial reporting and/or public accounting
• Experience with SEC reporting requirements
• Strong analytical and organizational and presentation skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to manage deadline requirements and multi-task projects
• High competency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

You'd be a great fit with:

• CPA preferred
• Experience with a Big Four accounting firm or other national accounting firm is preferred.
• Strong desire and ability to develop new skills quickly in a fast-paced, high-volume environment to continuously improve processes
• Willingness to take on challenges and think constructively to solve problems

Location: This is a hybrid role based in our College Park, MD office, requiring in-office presence 1-3 times per month.

Travel: Up to 10%

Job ID: 1131

The approximate base salary range for this position is $81,995 - $106,924. The total compensation package includes base, bonus, and equity.