Senior Accountant

Senior Accountant

About Electra

At Electra, we're pioneering sustainable aviation by developing hybrid electric Ultra Short Takeoff and Landing aircraft designed to transform regional air mobility by making air travel more efficient, quieter, and environmentally friendly. Able to operate from soccer field sized spaces, our Ultra Short unlocks a new era of aviation through what we call Direct Aviation, the next level of connectivity bringing air travel closer to where we live, work, and play. Headquartered in Northern Virginia, with additional locations in Switzerland, we're building a diverse team of global professionals passionate about redefining the future of aviation.

Position Overview

Electra.aero is seeking a Senior Accountant to help scale a high performing accounting function in a fast-paced aerospace environment. This role owns core month end close activities and supports operational accounting across payables, employee expenses, invoicing support, and reconciliations. The Senior Accountant helps ensure accurate financial data, strong internal controls, and audit ready documentation, partnering with teams across the business.

Key Responsibilities & Essential Functions

• Prepare and post journal entries for month end close (accruals, prepaids, depreciation, and adjustments)


• Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations and resolve variances and reconciling items


• Support accounts payable operations including invoice coding, matching, vendor maintenance, and payment preparation


• Reconcile corporate card activity and employee expense reports; support timesheet and payroll posting alignment


• Support invoicing and accounts receivable reconciliation for commercial and government contracts


• Maintain audit ready support for transactions, reconciliations, and compliance needs


• Help improve accounting processes, documentation, and internal controls as the company scales

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field


• 5+ years of accounting experience with month end close ownership


• Experience supporting audits or operating in a highly controlled environment

Required Skills

• Strong knowledge of accounting fundamentals and US GAAP


• Strong attention to detail with ability to prioritize and hit deadlines


• Proficient in Excel and comfortable in accounting systems and tools


• Strong communication skills and ability to partner cross functionally

Desired Qualifications

• Experience in aerospace, manufacturing, hardware, orproject-based environments


• Familiarity with government contracting concepts such as compliant documentation, cost segregation, and audit expectations
  

Salary: Electra's salary range for this position is: $95,000.00 - $115,000.00
Our salary ranges reflect the minimum and maximum range for the Company level overall across all locations & projects and does not necessarily reflect the budgeted amount for this position. Individual pay is based on additional factors, including project budgets, job-related skills, experience, relevant education and/or training, role, level, location, and project.

Work Authorization Requirement

Candidates must have permanent work authorization in the United States. This role does not support F‑1 OPT/CPT, H‑1B sponsorship, or any other employment visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Compensation and Benefits

In addition to offering an exciting work environment and the opportunity to be part of the team making Ultra Short flight a reality, at Electra, we offer an unparalleled total rewards package. Electra offers employees a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, STD, LTD, and life insurance, generous PTO and sick leave, company holidays, paid winter break, and a 401(k) plan with immediate vesting. Life at Electra includes a variety of perks, such as free catered lunches, amazing coffee, snacks, drinks, fruit, free parking, and opportunities for much more.

Working Conditions

Work is typically performed in a warehouse/aviation and office environment, which requires proper safety precautions. Work may require some physical effort in handling light materials, boxes, power tools, prototypes, and different materials or equipment. Due to the nature of our business and projects, some fieldwork may be required, working in both indoor and outdoor conditions. You may need to lift up to 50 lbs.

Background & Drug Screening

Successful completion of a background check and/or drug screening prior to starting work may be required for this position.

Commitment

We are committed to fostering diversity and inclusivity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds, including those from marginalized or underrepresented groups in the tech industry and aerospace, to apply for our job openings. We firmly believe that a diverse range of perspectives can profoundly influence both our product and our company culture.

Electra is committed to a work environment that is inclusive to all and free of discrimination. It is our policy to be an equal opportunity employer without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, veteran status, citizenship status, or any other factors prohibited by law. Electra will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals.

Electra is an E-Verify employer.