Accounting Manager

About the role

We are seeking an Accounting Manager to join our Finance team. As the Accounting Manager at Bear Robotics, you will play a critical role in driving the financial reporting and operations of our rapidly expanding robotics startup. You will be responsible for maintaining financial health, ensuring compliance with regulations, and providing strategic financial guidance to support our growth and success.

Key Duties/Responsibilities

• Oversee U.S. federal, state, and local income tax return preparation and filings
• Review and manage foreign entity tax filings in coordination with local advisors
• Manage the preparation and review of quarterly and annual tax provisions under ASC 740 (U.S. GAAP).
• Ensure compliance with transfer pricing requirements, including documentation and intercompany transactions.
• Develop and implement global tax strategies to optimize the company’s effective tax rate.
• Advise on the tax implications of cross-border transactions, restructurings, and business expansions.
• Serve as the primary tax liaison with the finance teams across international subsidiaries.
• Manage relationships with external tax advisors, auditors, and regulatory authorities.
• Partner closely with Legal, Treasury, FP&A, and Accounting teams.
• Verify, allocate, post and reconcile accounts payable and receivable
• Produce error-free accounting reports and present their results
• Analyze financial information and summarize financial status
• Spot errors and suggest ways to improve efficiency and spending
• Contact customers and vendors as needed to resolve invoices
• Review and recommend modifications to accounting systems and procedures
• Participate in financial standards setting and in forecast process
• Provide input into department’s goal setting process
• Assist with preparation of financial statements and budget according to schedule
• Assist with tax and external audits
• Cover internal audits to ensure compliance
• Support month-end and year-end close processes
• Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls
• Ensure compliance with GAAP principles
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Required Skills/Abilities/Qualifications

• Profound experience with typical accounting procedures, GAAP, business/employer taxes.
• Highest standards of accuracy and precision; highly organized and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills.
• Articulate with excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to think creatively, highly-driven and self-motivated
• Demonstrated ability to roll-up sleeves and work with team members in a hands-on capacity
• Must be able to work independently and across multiple time zones
• Experience using NetSuite, Google Sheets, and Avalara highly preferred
• Ability to travel to international locations once or twice per year

Education/Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting is required
• 6 to 8 years experience in accounting with 3 to 5 years experience in accounting management roles.
• Proven experience in finance role with tax-related responsibilities, preferably in a startup or high-growth environment
• Strong knowledge of financial principles, practices and regulations
• CPA certification is a plus

Benefits Summary

• HDHP & PPO Medical plan options
• Dental/Vision
• 401K & Roth Match options
• Stock Options
• 4 Months Parental Leave
• STD/LTD Life insurance
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Fitness Reimbursement
• Provided Daily Lunch
• Free Snacks / Beverages
• Work Schedule flexibility
• Cell phone / internet reimbursement
• Employee bonus programs

About Bear Robotics

Bear Robotics was founded in 2017 and we are 250+ motivated Bears who work tirelessly everyday to make our robots a reality. We have developed robotic solutions that autonomously navigate indoor environments for a variety of consumer solutions, like restaurants, senior living facilities, hotels & casinos just to name a few. Working for a dynamic start-up gives you a chance for rapid personal development. While building expertise in your field you’ll have countless opportunities for growth as we expand our product line and global reach. We’re not a big tech company yet, but we’re striving every day to be THE global player when it comes to hospitality robotics. In 2022 we raised $81 Million in Series B funding to accelerate growth and expand into new markets in southeast Asia and Europe. If you feel you’re ready for an adventure in robotics, we would love to hear from you.

Equal Opportunity Employer

| Bear Robotics, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion or religious creed, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, military or veteran status, citizenship, or other characteristics protected by state or federal law or local ordinance. |