Accounts Payable Clerk

About the Company

Singularity Defense is a stealth startup of former SpaceX, Anduril, and Lockheed applying the SpaceX model to mass produce air defense systems. Their first product is a low-cost air defense system for immediate deployment domestically and around the world where the need is critical.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, invoice processing, and routine bookkeeping
• Reconcile bank accounts and general ledger records, investigate discrepancies, and resolve them promptly
• Support month-end and year-end close, including journal entries, accruals, and account analysis
• Produce monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports to support leadership planning, board reporting, and investor updates
• Gather and organize documentation for tax filings and support the external tax preparation process
• Help develop budgets by compiling financial data and partnering with management on planning
• Conduct internal reviews of accounting records and processes, and recommend improvements that strengthen controls and efficiency
• Help maintain compliance with applicable financial regulations and stay current on relevant accounting standards
• Support further development of ERP and accounts systems

Requirements

• 2+ years of full-cycle accounting experience across AP, AR, reconciliations, and close
• Strong working knowledge of Excel for reporting, analysis, and data organization
• Ability to prepare financial statements and interpret financial information with accuracy
• Familiarity with accounting software and ERP platforms (e.g., QuickBooks, NetSuite, ADP, or Great Plains)
• Understanding of audit support, budget tracking, and general accounting procedures
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain organized records

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing, hardware, or defense-technology company
• Familiarity with government contract accounting and cost principles (FAR/DFARS, DCAA-compliant cost tracking)
• Experience tracking direct and indirect costs and contract billing
• Experience supporting a company through rapid headcount and revenue growth