Sr. Accountant

Ypsilanti, MI

LuxWall is focused on the product development, scaling and commercializing of innovative glass products and solutions for the built environment. LuxWall’s transparent insulation technology, Net Zero Glass, provides a step change in energy performance by significantly reducing convective, conductive, and radiative heat gain and heat loss in buildings. Acting as a transparent thermos bottle for building, LuxWall has the potential to reduce global carbon emissions by more than 0.5 gigaton per year with mass adoption. Net Zero Glass will forever change the way buildings are designed and constructed for the future sustainability of our planet.

Job Overview:

The Senior Accountant is responsible for establishing and overseeing the financial infrastructure of the company with day-to-day responsibilities that include accounts receivable, accounts payable, month-end close, budgeting, compliance, and internal controls.  This role involves collaborating with various departments across the company and presents a unique opportunity to shape the financial future of a high-growth company in the manufacturing space by leading and building out the accounting function. 

As the Company Senior Accountant you will:

  • Develop and maintain financial processes, systems, and controls to support a growing company with multiple manufacturing locations.
  • Prepare and review financial statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards (GAAP, IFRS).
  • Coordinate the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual reports.
  • Oversee the reconciliation of accounts and resolving discrepancies.
  • Maintain and update the general ledger, ensuring all transactions are accurately recorded.
  • Manage journal entries and month-end closing procedures.
  • Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable functions.
  • Ensure timely payment of bills and collection of receivables.
  • Coordinate and assist in the preparation and filing of tax returns (corporate, sales tax, etc.).
  • Ensure tax compliance and identify opportunities for tax savings.
  • Develop and maintain internal control procedures to safeguard assets and ensure the accuracy of financial reporting.
  • Identify opportunities for streamlining accounting processes and systems.
  • Recommend and implement best practices for accounting functions.
  • Assist in the implementation of accounting software solutions, including SAP Business One
  • Provide actionable advice to leadership on practical ideas to automate various accounting functions and work across team to implement.
  • Support external auditors during audits, providing necessary documentation and explanations.
  • Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting policies, and regulations.
  • Work with CFO to support investor reporting, bank reporting, and company financing.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance 
  • CPA certification Required
  • 5+ years of progressive accounting experience
  • Experience in a manufacturing environment strongly preferred
  • Experience working with or for early-stage companies preferred
  • Solid understanding of GAAP and cost accounting principles
  • Experience with ERP/accounting systems (e.g., QuickBooks, NetSuite, SAP)
  • Advanced Excel skills; experience with data analysis and financial modeling a plus
  • Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills
  • Proven ability to work in a fast-paced and evolving environment with a proactive, detailed-oriented, problem-solving mindset
  • Self-starter / self-learner with demonstrated ability to adapt quickly to new business types
  • Ability to work onsite minimum of 3 days /week
  • Ability to travel within Michigan up to 40% annually during first year of employment

LuxWall, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

 All applicants must complete and pass a drug screening and background check. LuxWall's process is a 10-panel drug screen which includes marijuana.