Director of Accounting at Inspire Semiconductor – Austin, Texas
Inspire Semiconductor
Austin, Texas, United States
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At InspireSemi, we're not just building chips; we're revolutionizing high-performance computing. Our groundbreaking architecture packs thousands of 64-bit CPU cores onto a single chip, all seamlessly connected. We're driven by a mission to make high-performance computing more accessible, energy-efficient, and easier for developers to harness. Ready to make a real impact and lead the financial backbone of a tech revolution? Join our passionate team!
- Be a Pioneer: Get in on the ground floor of a hypergrowth startup! You'll be part of a small, dynamic team shaping the future of computing and establishing our financial legacy.
- Make an Impact: Your work will directly contribute to the scalability of our disruptive technology through strategic financial leadership.
- Grow With Us: Seize significant leadership, mentorship, and professional development opportunities as we scale from a startup to an industry player.
- Rewarding Compensation: We offer a competitive salary, bonus potential, and meaningful equity.
- Flexibility: Benefit from a hybrid work model and flexible time off.
We’re looking for a high-energy, meticulous, and strategic Director of Accounting to lead our accounting operations. As we scale our revolutionary chip technology, we need a financial leader who can build robust processes, ensure impeccable compliance, and provide the data-driven insights necessary for rapid growth. You will be a key partner to the executive team, overseeing everything from day-to-day ledger management to high-level financial reporting and audit readiness.
As the Director of Accounting, your work will involve overseeing the financial integrity of the company and scaling our accounting infrastructure:
- Own the Close Process: Manage and streamline the monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial close processes to ensure timely and accurate reporting under US GAAP and IFRS.
- Establish Internal Controls: Design, implement, and maintain a rigorous system of internal controls and accounting policies to safeguard assets and ensure compliance.
- Direct Procure to Pay Process: Create and manage purchase orders, vendor management, and payment processes that follow internal controls policies
- Lead Manufacturing Finance Functions: Direct inventory management, WIP tracking, and Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) reporting.
- Drive Financial Reporting: Prepare comprehensive financial statements and management reports that provide clear visibility into our burn rate, P&L, and balance sheet.
- Manage Audit & Tax: Lead the relationship with external auditors and tax advisors to ensure seamless annual audits and tax compliance.
- Scalable Systems: Oversee the implementation and optimization of ERP and accounting software (NetSuite) to automate workflows and support our growth.
- Treasury & Cash Management: Monitor cash flow, manage banking relationships, and oversee accounts payable/receivable functions to optimize working capital.
- Collaborate and Advise: Work with the operations team to track R&D spending and hardware costs.
- A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
- 8+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership role within a high-growth tech or semiconductor environment.
- Deep expertise in US GAAP, including specialized areas like revenue recognition and equity-based compensation.
- Proven experience managing audits and working with external accounting firms.
- Strong proficiency in modern ERP systems (NetSuite is a plus!) and advanced Excel skills.
- A "builder" mindset—someone who enjoys creating processes from scratch in a fast-paced environment.
- Supply Chain Accounting: Experience accounting for fab/assembly/test costs and managing complex vendor relationships.
- Tax Credits: Strong familiarity with R&D tax credits and government grant accounting specific to the tech sector.
- Equity Management: Hands-on experience with Pulley or similar platforms for cap table and 409A compliance.
- Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) Compliance: Proven experience designing, implementing, and maintaining public company internal control frameworks and SOX reporting processes.
- Active CPA license.
If you're excited to lead the financial operations of a company pushing the boundaries of computing and thrive in a rewarding, innovative environment, we'd love to hear from you!
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