What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Lead position at 7AI?
We’re a fast-growing startup, building the world’s first Agentic Security Platform which is revolutionizing the Cybersecurity industry. Coming off our recent $130M Series A funding round (the largest in Cybersecurity history), we are rapidly expanding the team here in downtown Boston and we’re now ready to bring on our first dedicated Accounting professional—someone who’s excited to build a function from the ground up and take full ownership of all things Accounting.
This is a rare opportunity to shape the discipline at an early-stage company. You’ll create structure, implement processes, and bring clarity to how we spend, invest, and grow. If you thrive in a high-ownership, dynamic environment and love wearing multiple hats, we’d love to talk.
What You’ll Do
You’re a builder at heart—someone who’s excited to create clarity out of ambiguity. You thrive in environments where you’re trusted to take ownership and where the range of work is wide and evolving.
Qualifications
This is a rare opportunity to shape the discipline at an early-stage company. You’ll create structure, implement processes, and bring clarity to how we spend, invest, and grow. If you thrive in a high-ownership, dynamic environment and love wearing multiple hats, we’d love to talk.
What You’ll Do
- Own and manage core financial operations, including AP/AR and cash flow.
- Oversee tax compliance and coordinate with external tax partners.
- Maintain accurate, organized financial records and reporting.
- Build and manage budgeting models.
- Provide clear financial insights to leadership for decision-making.
- Track and categorize spend across software, services, and vendors.
- Analyze spending patterns and identify opportunities for efficiency.
- Implement scalable processes, tools, and controls as the company grows.
You’re a builder at heart—someone who’s excited to create clarity out of ambiguity. You thrive in environments where you’re trusted to take ownership and where the range of work is wide and evolving.
Qualifications
- 5 years of experience in Accounting or a similar role (startup experience a strong plus).
- Strong understanding of AP/AR, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
- Experience with U.S. tax considerations (highly preferred) and comfort working with external tax partners.
- Ability to implement tools and processes to bring structure and visibility to company finances.
- Excellent analytical and organizational skills, with a strong eye for detail.