Commonwealth Fusion Systems (CFS) is on a mission to deliver clean fusion energy to the planet fast enough to matter for humanity’s biggest challenges.
It’s urgent. The gap between the energy we need and the energy we have is widening every day. Fusion is a critical part of the energy transition away from fossil fuels, a new chapter for the world’s energy supply.
We’re committing to delivering fusion power plants and a full-fledged fusion energy industry as we’ve delivered on other promises. Like the world’s strongest high-temperature superconducting magnet, the game-changing technology that’s making commercial fusion energy a reality.
We’ve raised over $2 billion in capital — more than any other fusion energy company — and attracted top talent to design, build, and deliver commercial fusion power plants. And we’re working with policymakers and suppliers to make fusion energy available globally.
As we push toward the fusion-energy future, we’ll keep setting and meeting milestones, sharing and validating our progress, and encouraging others to do the same.
About Commonwealth Fusion Systems:
Commonwealth Fusion Systems is on a mission to deliver the urgent transition to fusion energy.
Combining decades of research, top talent, and new technologies, we’re designing and building commercially viable fusion power plants. And working with policymakers and suppliers to build the energy industry of the future.
We’re in the best position to make it happen. Since 2018, we’ve raised nearly $3 billion in capital, making us the largest and leading private fusion company in the world.
Now we’re looking for more thinkers, doers, builders, and makers to join us. People who’ll bring new perspectives, solve tough problems, and thrive as part of a team.
If that’s you and this role fits, we want to hear from you.
Join the power movement as Corporate Accounting Manager
As our Corporate Accounting Manager, you will lead the execution of our monthly financial close process and manage accounting data that feeds our business insights and external reporting. You will serve as the primary contact for our annual audit, and support the Controller in leading the company’s implementation of a robust internal control environment. Further, you will bring best practices from previous experience in a high-growth environment to our rapidly evolving organization to help us implement a scalable environment of financial reporting built on systems, controls, and processes.
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At CFS, we excel in fast-paced environments, driven by our values of integrity, execution, impact, and self-critique. As we grow, we’re eager to bring on mission-driven folks who offer diverse perspectives and fresh ways to tackle challenges.
We value diversity deeply and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer by choice. We consider all qualified applicants equally, regardless of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by law.
This role requires compliance with U.S. laws concerning the export of controlled or protected technologies or information (collectively, “Export Control Laws"). Any offer of employment will be contingent on the need for compliance with such Export Control Laws.
What you'll do:
Lead and execute the corporate accounting function for a rapidly growing organizationDrive the company’s timely and accurate accounting close, including the review of journal entries and review of reconciliations, and the preparation of financial statementsPrepare all financial statements and required reports for our investorsServe as primary day-to-day liaison for annual auditServe as key process owner for the company’s financial close process, ensure controls are executed and supported in accordance with policies, create and maintain the company’s accounting manualKeep current on US GAAP, research new pronouncements, and implement them to our financial reporting process as appropriateAnalyze/document complex transactions with technical memorandaSupport the Controller with tax, treasury, and cost accounting and grant accounting activities for the companyCollaborate on monthly investigation of variances to budget and forecasts with FP&AAlign with our project accounting team on management of the general ledger and chart of accounts and initiatives to improve our close process and supporting ERP system, Odoo, and leverage technology to continually improve and automate processesOversee accounts payable, ensuring timely processing of vendor payments, implementing process improvements, and ensure overall payments are in alignment with the company’s Days Payable Outstanding targetCollaborate with FP&A on the Company’s quarterly and annual cash forecastSupervisory responsibilities include: Lead and develop a team of 1-2 accountants; Primary reviewer of account reconciliations and journal entries and related internal controls; and Recommend improvements to processes and proceduresWhat we’re looking for:
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or Accounting or similar field preferred.Minimum of 7 years experience in Accounting, including at least 5 years in supervisory roleExperience with ERP SystemsExperience with Odoo ERP systemBonus points for:
CPA preferredMust-have Requirements:
Perform extended activities such as stooping, climbing, typing, standing, sitting, etc.Willingness to travel or work required nights/weekends/on-call occasionallyWork in a facility that contains industrial hazards including heat, cold, noise, fumes, strong magnets, lead (Pb), high voltage, high current, pressure systems, and cryogenics