Senior Manager - Accounting

About newcleo newcleo is an innovative nuclear energy company developing AMRs cooled by liquid lead, and nuclear fuel from recycled nuclear waste, with the goal of delivering abundant, competitive, low-carbon energy. The Company was founded by physicist-entrepreneur Stefano Buono following the USD 3.9 billion sale of his previous venture – Nasdaq-listed nuclear medicine company Advanced Accelerator Applications – to Novartis. With over $80 million in revenue, other income, and financial income in 2024 including from its operating companies, approximately $780 million in private funding, and more than 900 highly skilled employees across Europe and the United States, the Company has built a network of over 100 industry partnerships and supports its growth through the targeted acquisition and vertical integration of key companies in the nuclear supply chain. On May 27, 2026, newcleo announced that it had entered into a definitive agreement for a business combination with NewHold Investment Corp. III (NASDAQ: NHIC) in a transaction that, upon closing, would result in newcleo becoming a U.S.-listed public company. The combined company is expected to be listed on the Nasdaq exchange under the ticker symbol “NWCL” following an anticipated transaction close in the second half of 2026, subject to satisfaction of customary closing conditions. For more information visit www.newcleo.com/investors. Position Summarynewcleo is seeking a Senior Manager, Accounting to lead the accounting function for its U.S. operations and support the company's continued international growth.Reporting to the Group Controller, you will oversee the monthly close process, statutory financial reporting, internal controls, external audits, and local tax compliance while ensuring alignment with Group accounting policies and reporting requirements.This role offers the opportunity to help build the finance function of a rapidly growing international company preparing for life as a U.S.-listed public company. Location: Aiken, South Carolina or New York, New York (Hybrid) Key ResponsibilitiesFinancial Reporting & CloseLead the quarterly, and annual close process for U.S. entities.Maintain the integrity of the general ledger and financial records.Prepare journal entries, accruals, account reconciliations, and financial reporting packages.Ensure timely and accurate reporting in accordance with Group reporting deadlines.Statutory & Group ReportingPrepare U.S. GAAP financial statements for the U.S. entities, coordinate U.S. entity compliance filings.Support Group IFRS reporting and consolidation.Ensure compliance with Group accounting policies and reporting standards.Assist with reconciliation between local GAAP and IFRS reporting requirements.Controls, Compliance & AuditMaintain effective internal controls over financial reporting.Support SOX compliance initiatives as the company transitions to a U.S.-listed public company.Coordinate external audits and serve as the primary contact for external auditors.Ensure compliance with accounting, corporate, and regulatory requirements.Tax & Cross-Functional SupportCoordinate local tax filings with external advisors and the Group Tax team.Support current and deferred tax reporting.Partner closely with FP&A, Treasury, Tax, Technical Accounting, and other finance teams.Drive process improvements and promote best practices across accounting operations.Support the continued implementation and optimization of NetSuite ERP. Required QualificationsBachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.CPA or equivalent professional accounting qualification preferred.8+ years of progressive accounting experience within an international organization.Strong experience with financial close, statutory reporting, and external audits.Solid understanding of internal controls and financial compliance.Experience with ERP systems; NetSuite experience strongly preferred.Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.Preferred QualificationsExperience with IFRS and U.S. GAAP.Experience supporting publicly listed companies or SEC reporting.Familiarity with SOX compliance.Experience working in a fast-growing, international environment.Background in manufacturing, industrial, energy, or engineering organizations. What We Offer• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents, as well as a 401(k) plan with 4% company match.• Generous paid time off, starting at 20 days per year and increasing to 25 days after 3 years of service.• A mission-driven environment focused on delivering scalable, low-carbon energy solutions to meet growing global energy demand.• A collaborative and international culture that values technical excellence, transparency, innovation, and cross-functional teamwork.