May Mobility is transforming cities through autonomous technology to create a safer, greener, more accessible world. Based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, May develops and deploys autonomous vehicles (AVs) powered by our innovative Multi-Policy Decision Making (MPDM) technology that literally reimagines the way AVs think. 

Our vehicles do more than just drive themselves - they provide value to communities, bridge public transit gaps and move people where they need to go safely, easily and with a lot more fun. We’re building the world’s best autonomy system to reimagine transit by minimizing congestion, expanding access and encouraging better land use in order to foster more green, vibrant and livable spaces. Since our founding in 2017, we’ve given more than 300,000 autonomy-enabled rides to real people around the globe. And we’re just getting started. We’re hiring people who share our passion for building the future, today, solving real-world problems and seeing the impact of their work. Join us.

Job Summary

We are looking for a Senior Manager of Accounting to add to our Finance team as May Mobility continues to grow. We are looking for a candidate that will ensure the company assets are in compliance with US GAAP and ASC-606, can build and scale new processes, is motivated by constant process improvement opportunities and can work well cross-functionally.  This role reports to the Director of Accounting. 

Essential Responsibilities

• Drive technical accounting review for all new contracts, applying appropriate technical guidance (such as ASC 606) where appropriate and present such conclusions to the Director, Accounting 
• Research and interpret complex accounting issues, providing guidance to internal stakeholders on the appropriate accounting treatment for unusual transactions such as debt and equity financing, and other non-routine complex business transactions
• Provide technical accounting guidance and support, including implementation of any new accounting standards
• Lead and manage all aspects of the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, including consolidations, preparing and/or reviewing journal entries, account reconciliations, and maintaining the general ledger system.
• Assist in implementation and documentation of internal controls and any SOX-readiness projects
• Assist the Director, Accounting with financial statement preparation and audits, including preparation of footnote disclosures and related support
• Support global consolidations and support international accounting team members
• Ability to manage team members effectively, providing support and coaching as necessary
• Play a key role in public company readiness, including Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance and internal control enhancements.
• Support other special projects as assigned

Skills and Abilities

Success in this role typically requires the following competencies:

• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills
• Strong attention to detail and highly-organized
• Demonstrated ability to multitask and adapt to shifting priorities in a fast-paced work environment
• Demonstrated ability to diplomatically approach team members to discuss sensitive financial matters
• Demonstrated ability to use professional judgment to escalate matters when necessary
• Orients work within teams to achieve business results
• Passionate about self-driving cars and their impact on the world

Qualifications and Experience

Candidates most successful in this role typically hold the following qualifications or comparable knowledge or experience:

Required

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field 
• Minimum 7 years working in corporate accounting/finance or public accounting
• Active CPA license
• Strong understanding of US GAAP
• Experience with PCAOB 
• Experience with and extensive knowledge of ASC 606 revenue recognition 
• Experience with complex accounting topics such as debt and equity financing, stock compensation, acquisitions/divestitures, and other non-routine complex business transactions
• Experience writing technical accounting memos