Senior Accounting Manager - Gatik

Who we areGatik, the leader in autonomous middle-mile logistics, is revolutionizing the B2B supply chain with its autonomous transportation-as-a-service (ATaaS) solution and prioritizing safe, consistent deliveries while streamlining freight movement by reducing congestion.
The company focuses on short-haul, B2B logistics for Fortune 500 retailers and in 2021 launched the world’s first fully driverless commercial transportation service with Walmart.
Gatik's Class 3-7 autonomous trucks are commercially deployed across major markets, including Texas, Arkansas, and Ontario, Canada, driving innovation in freight transportation. The company's proprietary Level 4 autonomous technology, Gatik Carrier, is custom-built to transport freight safely and efficiently between pick-up and drop-off locations on the middle mile.
With robust capabilities in both highway and urban environments, Gatik Carrier serves as an all-encompassing solution that integrates advanced software and hardware powering the fleet, facilitating effortless integration into customers' logistics operations. About the roleAs Gatik continues to grow rapidly and expand its accounting and finance operations, we are looking for an accomplished and experienced Senior Accounting Manager to play a pivotal role in our finance team.
This leadership position involves managing day-to-day accounting operations, driving accurate and timely financial reporting, and strengthening internal controls.
The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in GAAP, proficiency with NetSuite, and a proven track record of leading and mentoring teams.
Success in this role requires a proactive, detail-driven mindset and the ability to excel in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Join us to help shape and optimize our financial processes as we continue to scale.This role is onsite 5 days a week at our Mountain View, CA office!What you'll doManage and oversee the daily operations of the accounting department including, accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, payroll, and fixed assets.  Ensure the accuracy and integrity of the company's financial statements and reporting in accordance with GAAP.Implement and manage the monthly, quarterly and annual close processes, including coordinating responsibilities and team wide review  Work with Controller to develop, implement, and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance.Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.Develop and maintain monthly cash flow expectations based on AP, AR, payroll, and capital expenditures.Partner with cross-functional teams to support business initiatives and provide financial insights.Work with Controller to manage external audits and tax filings, ensuring timely and accurate completion.Drive continuous improvement in accounting processes and systems, leveraging NetSuite expertise to optimize efficiency and effectiveness.Stay abreast of changes in accounting standards and regulations, assessing their impact on the company and implementing necessary changes.Assist in the preparation of budgets, forecasts, and financial analysis as needed.Play a key role in the ongoing reorganization of the accounting and finance function, helping to define roles, responsibilities, and workflows.Manage and develop relationships with commercial banking partners.Support other projects as directed.What we're looking forBachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA preferred.7+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 3 years in a management role.Strong understanding of GAAP and internal control frameworks.Extensive experience with NetSuite is required, and proficiency in Excel and Word.Experience in a high-growth, fast-paced environment, preferably in the technology or logistics industry.Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop a team.Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.Ability to work independently and as part of a team.  Experience with system implementations and process improvements is a plus.  Experience leading through organizational change is highly desirable.More about GatikFounded in 2017 by experts in autonomous vehicle technology, Gatik has rapidly expanded its presence to Mountain View, Dallas-Fort Worth, Arkansas, and Toronto.
As the first and only company to achieve fully driverless middle-mile commercial deliveries, Gatik holds a unique and defensible position in the AV industry, with a clear trajectory toward sustainable growth and profitability.We have delivered complete, proprietary AV technology - an integration of software and hardware - to enable earlier successes for our clients in constrained Level 4 autonomy.  By choosing the middle mile – with defined point-to-point delivery, we have simplified some of the more complex AV challenges, enabling us to achieve full autonomy ahead of competitors.
Given extensive knowledge of Gatik’s well-defined, fixed route ODDs and hybrid architecture, we are able to hyper-optimize our models with exponentially less data, establish gate-keeping mechanisms to maintain explainability, and ensure continued safety of the system for unmanned operations.Visit us at Gatik for more company information and Careers at Gatik for more open roles.Notable NewsForbes: Forget robotaxis.
Upstart Gatik sees middle-mile deliveries as the path to profitable AVsTech Brew: Gatik AI exec unpacks the regulations that could shape the AV industryBusiness Wire: Gatik Paves the Way for Safe Driverless Operations (‘Freight-Only’) at Scale with Industry-First Third-Party Safety Assessment FrameworkAuto Futures: Autonomous Trucking Group Gatik Secures Investment From NIPPON EXPRESS HOLDINGSAutomotive News: Gatik foresees hundreds of self-driving trucks on road soon, and that's just the beginningForbes: Isuzu And Gatik Go All In To Scale Up Driverless Freight ServicesBloomberg: Autonomous Vehicle Startup Takes Off by Picking Off Easier RoutesReuters: Driverless vehicles on limited routes bump along despite US robotaxi scrutinyTaking care of our teamAt Gatik, we connect people of extraordinary talent and experience to an opportunity to create a more resilient supply chain and contribute to our environment’s sustainability.
We are diverse in our backgrounds and perspectives yet united by a bold vision and shared commitment to our values.
Our culture emphasizes the importance of collaboration, respect and agility.We at Gatik strive to create a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone feels they have opportunities to succeed and grow because we know that together we can do great things.
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