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Senior Accountant

PDW
Huntsville, AL Full Time
POSTED ON 11/18/2025 CLOSED ON 12/16/2025

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Accountant position at PDW?

Company Overview
Performance Drone Works (PDW) builds technologies for the warfighter, by the warfighter. Born out of the Drone Racing League, our roots are competitive, our mindset is tactical, and our mission is clear: deliver purpose-built unmanned systems to those who serve. We are not here to sell vapor; we build and ship real capabilities for real missions.

Now, we're entering a new phase of growth and are looking for a Senior Accountant to add to the accounting team to help scale our finance organization.

What You'll Do

  • Execute all position responsibilities in alignment with Company's core values, mission, and purpose.
  • Manage critical accounting processes and provide accounting thought-leadership.
  • Manage the company's accounting activity, including all general ledger, technical accounting, tax, accounts payable, and revenue recognition activities.
  • Provide accounting expertise to ensure various transactions are properly recorded and in accordance with GAAP and company policies.
  • Develop, maintain, and document accounting policies, internal controls and systems in accordance with GAAP.
  • Actively support external audit requests.
  • Manage external business relationships including auditors, tax, and other key relationships.
  • Support the continued improvement efforts for NetSuite ERP and other financial applications to drive scalability and reliability in our finance and accounting operations.
  • Interface with executive team and company managers to ensure adherence to policies and standardization of processes.
  • Perform other duties as assigned (to be less than 10% of the responsibilities listed above).

Requirements

  • BA/ BS in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration.
  • 5 years proven accounting experience, with a mix of public accounting and manufacturing company experience (start-up preferred).
  • Experience covering monthly, quarterly, and annual close, including preparing sufficient documentation for audit support.
  • Experience with NetSuite ERP, AP automation applications (e.g., Bill.com, Tipalti, etc.), expense management applications (e.g., Expensify, etc.) and other related financial applications.
  • Experience with full cycle of AP, AR, and Payroll functions, business processes and all areas of accounting.
  • Strong Microsoft Excel and communication skills.

Preferred

  • Active CPA certification.
  • Experience with government contracting.

ITAR Requirement

In compliance with International Traffic Arms Regulations (ITAR), candidates must be U.S. Citizens, U.S. Permanent Residents (Green Card holders) or individuals granted asylee/refugee status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

Compensation and Benefits

PDW values our team, and we offer a compensation package reflective of your experience and capabilities. Benefits include:

  • Comprehensive BCBS medical, dental, and vision coverage; 80% sponsored by the company
  • Safe Harbor 401(K) with company match
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Competitive salary, generous paid time off (PTO), and flexible leave options
  • On-site fitness center


EEO Statement

PDW is an equal opportunity employer that upholds all federal and state non-discrimination laws. We ensure a fair and unbiased evaluation for employment for all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, medical condition, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

 

Salary : $100,000 - $125,000

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