Staff Accountant
Neros
Torrance, CA · Posted May 7, 2026
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About the job
Who we are
Neros is a defense technology company rebuilding America’s drone industrial base. We design and manufacture high-performance unmanned systems that are tested in combat, iterated at startup speed, and built at massive scale. Our team culture is fast, hands-on, and obsessed with closing the gap between design and deployment.
As drones transform the character of warfare, Neros is delivering the systems the West needs to compete on the modern battlefield and deter the adversaries of democracy. We’re hiring engineers, operators, and builders who want to move fast, take on extreme ownership, and get capability into the hands of warfighters in months, not years.
What you will be doing
Perform day to day accounting processes and month end close entries and account reconciliations
Perform accounting close processes to ensure timely and accurate reporting of all monthly financial statements and supporting reports
Prepare journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, accruals, reserves and account analysis
Prepare schedules and supporting documentation related to external audit requirements, and interact with external auditors as required
Process vendor invoices, verify coding and ensure timely approvals and monitor accounts payable balances
Process customer invoices, apply cash and reconcile customer accounts and monitor accounts receivable balances
Participate in special projects as requested
Performs necessary functions to ensure compliance with SOX and Internal Controls over relevant processes
Identify and implement process improvements and internal controls to increase efficiency and accuracy
You should have the following
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Netsuite, Oracle, Sage) and advanced Excel skills
Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and the ability to interpret complex financial data
Ability to convey financial information clearly to executives, peers, and auditors
2-6 years of related accounting/finance work experience
US Salary Range
$73,500 - $103,000 USD
The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are considered part of Neros' total compensation package.
We’re an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all applicants without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.