Controller

About this role

Scout Space is building a new way to see and operate in space: with a new paradigm of data empowering every satellite to make space safer. We are a rapidly-growing team; we are deploying real solutions to orbit over the next 2 years; and our work will transform the face of spaceflight. We are looking for people that bring excitement and energy to our organization, are curious and eager to learn, and want to help drive our programs forward.

As Financial Controller, you will own the accuracy, integrity, and compliance of Scout Space's accounting function. Reporting to the VP of Operations, you will manage the company's external bookkeeping relationship while building the accounting infrastructure, financial processes, and internal controls needed to support a rapidly growing space company. This is a hands-on role for someone who wants to build the financial backbone of a fast-growing, government-facing space company, including helping transition accounting functions in house as Scout scales.

Responsibilities

• Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process, ensuring accurate and timely financial statements in accordance with GAAP.

• Manage the relationship with the company's external bookkeeping firm while developing the accounting capabilities, systems, processes, and internal controls needed to support Scout’s continued growth, including transitioning accounting responsibilities in-house over time.

• Maintain and continuously improve the general ledger, chart of accounts, and accounting policies to support a scaling organization.

• Partner cross-functionally to develop scalable business processes that integrate accounting, procurement, inventory management, manufacturing, and quality system requirements.

• Design, implement, and monitor internal controls over financial reporting and accounting processes, ensuring strong financial governance, segregation of duties, and audit-readiness as the company grows.