Accounting Specialist
General Matter enriches uranium. We are designing, building, and operating the world’s lowest-cost enrichment services in the US. Our mission is to restore America’s ability to produce nuclear fuel, powering AI, advanced manufacturing, and critical industries to keep the country competitive. By driving down the cost of enrichment—the key factor in fuel expenses—we aim to make nuclear energy the cleanest, safest, and most affordable source of baseload power, catalyzing a nuclear Renaissance and moving toward a post-scarcity society. Backed by top venture capital firms and incubated at Founders Fund (like Anduril and Palantir), we combine a lean, world-class team with a first-principles approach to solve nuclear fuel production. Our culture values urgency, accountability, and transparency as we work to build a high-energy society.
About the role
As General Matter's Accounting Specialist, you will assume full operational responsibility for the company's AP/AR function and play a foundational role in building scalable financial processes. You will manage all invoice processing, support vendor and customer relationships, and sustain cash flow operations while helping cross-functional teams adopt rigorous procurement and spend management practices. This role offers significant scope and visibility for an early-career professional, with direct involvement in system implementations and process optimization as the company scales production. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, clear communication between technical and financial teams, and an eagerness to grow into broader responsibilities within a mission-driven organization.
Responsibilities
- Process vendor invoices with 3-way matching verification, manage payment cycles, and maintain vendor relationships while resolving discrepancies
- Generate customer invoices, track AR aging, follow up on collections, and resolve billing inquiries to support cash flow operations
- Execute month-end close activities including AP accruals, corporate card reconciliation in Ramp, and AR revenue recognition support
- Train and support non-finance teams on PO processes and spend management tools, troubleshooting procurement workflow issues across departments
- Maintain accurate financial records across accounting systems (Ramp, QuickBooks, future ERP) and support system integrations and implementations
- Generate reports for leadership on AP aging, AR status, and cash flow metrics while identifying opportunities for process automation and improvement
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field (recent graduates encouraged)
- General knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Excellent communication skills across technical and non-technical teams
- Proactive mindset with focus on process improvement and efficiency
- Comfortable learning new systems and adapting to evolving processes
- Proficiency in Excel and MS Suite for reporting and analysis
Skills
- Experience with Ramp, QuickBooks, or ERP systems (internships or coursework count)
- Prior internship or work experience in accounting, finance, or operations roles
Additional Requirements
- Ability to work extended hours and weekends as necessary
Pay
The base salary range for this role is $70,000–$100,000 annually. Compensation bands are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data. Individual base pay is determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related skills, education, experience, technical capabilities, and internal equity. The stated range is an estimate and may be adjusted based on market conditions, business needs, or other factors.
Benefits
- Eligibility for long-term incentives in the form of stock options (for full-time hires)
- Access to medical, vision, and dental coverage
- Access to a 401(k) retirement plan