Senior Accountant

At Senra Systems, we believe that the future of manufacturing lies not in automation, but in configuration. We supercharge electrical wire harness manufacturing through software configuration, transforming skilled assembly tasks into high-throughput production lines. We enable customers to design what they want, when they want it and deliver harness builds at record-breaking speed. Senra Systems is hiring a Senior Accountant to help build and own the company's core accounting function during a period of rapid growth and operational scale-up. Reporting to the Head of Strategic Finance, you will be a key early accounting hire — taking ownership of day-to-day accounting operations, supporting the close process, and helping establish scalable processes and controls as the company grows. This is a high-impact, hands-on role for someone who is eager to grow into a broader leadership position over time. You don't need to have all the answers on day one, but you should be excited about building, learning, and owning your work in a fast-moving environment. What you'll own: Own Core Accounting Operations Execute the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes Maintain the general ledger and prepare GAAP-compliant financial statements Support AP, AR, payroll accounting, and expense workflows Support accurate revenue recognition and balance sheet reconciliations Build Scalable Processes Help design and document accounting processes that support growth Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce manual work Support ERP and financial system implementation and optimization Partner with the software team to automate data pipelines that feed accurate, timely financial reporting Cost & Inventory Accounting Assist in building out cost and inventory accounting practices Support standard costing, variance analysis, and inventory reconciliations Partner with operations to track and report on production costs and margins Controls & Financial Discipline Help establish and maintain internal controls and accounting policies Prepare audit-ready work papers and documentation Coordinate with external auditors, tax advisors, and accounting partners Partner with Finance & Leadership Deliver reliable financial data to support forecasting and planning Contribute to management and investor reporting packages Work closely with the Head of Strategic Finance to build out the broader finance function What you'll bring to the team: Required 4+ years of accounting experience, ideally including 2–3 years in public accounting (Big 4 or regional firm) and 1–2 years in an industry or startup environment Solid U.S. GAAP knowledge and attention to detail Hands-on experience with the close process and financial statement preparation Comfort working in a fast-moving, resource-constrained environment Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance Preferred CPA certification (or actively pursuing) Exposure to manufacturing, hardware, or inventory accounting — even in an audit context Experience with ERP systems or accounting software migrations Interest in cost accounting and operational finance Startup or high-growth company experience Success in This Role Looks Like Within 3–6 Months: Owning the month-end close process with minimal supervision AP, AR, payroll, and expense workflows running smoothly with clear documentation Financial statements prepared accurately and on a consistent timeline Within 6–12 Months: Contributing to audit preparation and delivering clean, well-supported work papers Supporting the buildout of cost and inventory accounting processes Helping identify and implement process improvements that improve close efficiency Growing into a trusted partner for the Head of Strategic Finance on reporting and analysis Compensation: Compensation will be based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors. Salary Range: $110,000-$140,000 This is an onsite role at our headquarters in Redondo Beach, CA. Benefits: Unmatched opportunities to dr