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Accounting Senior
full-timeSanta Cruz, San Carlos$82k - $133k

Summary

Location

Santa Cruz, San Carlos

Salary

$82k - $133k

Type

full-time

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About this role

Company Overview

Imagine a piloted air taxi that takes off vertically, then quietly carries you and your fellow passengers over the congested city streets below, enabling you to spend more time with the people and places that matter most. At Joby, we've been working to make that dream a reality since 2009 and we're now in the final stages of certifying our aircraft with the FAA. With plans to launch our aircraft in the US and Dubai, we're now scaling manufacturing and preparing for the launch of our commercial service.

Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented and driven Accounting Senior to join our growing Finance & Accounting team. This position plays a key role in the integrity and accuracy of our financial reporting, supporting both U.S. and international operations. The ideal candidate has a strong accounting foundation, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and brings a proactive approach to problem-solving. This job is based out of one of Joby’s California locations in San Carlos, Santa Cruz, or Marina.

Responsibilities

  • Execute and support month-end close activities including credit cards, AR, leases, prepaids, & general accruals, by preparing journal entries in D365 (Joby’s ERP), account reconciliations, and variance analyses.
  • Monitor and perform intercompany reconciliations and eliminations as part of consolidation process.
  • Assist with uploading foreign subsidiary monthly activity and performing flux analyses to ensure reasonableness and accuracy.
  • Manage company leases in LeaseQuery software including adding new leases and amendments and record related journal entries under ASC 842.
  • Support internal and external audits by preparing schedules, responding to SOX and audit requests, and ensuring compliance with internal controls.
  • Complete ad hoc accounting tasks, such as accounts payable support, credit card transaction resolution within Navan, and expense classification at month-end.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with other teams (e.g., Procurement, Legal, FP&A) to ensure proper accounting treatment and documentation of business activities.
  • Participate in ongoing process improvements and system enhancements to support scalability and efficiency.
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of U.S. GAAP and relevant international accounting standards.
  • Mentor junior team members and provide guidance on accounting & procure-to-pay processes and controls.

Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
  • 5-8 years of progressive accounting experience; public accounting or corporate accounting preferred.
  • Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP.
  • Proficiency with accounting software (e.g., D365, NetSuite, Oracle, SAP) and advanced Excel skills.
  • Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy and timeliness.

Desired

  • CPA or similar certification (CMA, CFA, etc.) or progress toward certification designation.
  • Systems experience with ERPs and proficiency with following software: D365, Workiva, LeaseQuery, & Navan.
  • Experience with multi-entity, international, or manufacturing operations.
  • Familiarity with intercompany transactions and consolidation processes.

 

Compensation at Joby is a combination of base pay and Restricted Stock Units (RSUs). The target base pay for this position is $82,300- $133,000/yr. The compensation package will be determined by job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

 

Joby also offers a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, healthcare benefits, a 401(k) plan with a company match, an employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), short-term and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, and more.

Additional Information

Joby is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Other facts

Tech stack
Accounting,Financial Reporting,U.S. GAAP,Analytical Skills,Organizational Skills,Communication Skills,Problem-Solving,ERP Software,Excel,Intercompany Transactions,Audit Support,Lease Management,Process Improvement,Mentoring,Collaboration,Detail-Oriented

About Joby Aviation

Joby is a California-based company building quiet, all-electric aircraft to connect people like never before. Quiet as a conversation and with the ability to take off and land vertically, the Joby aircraft will change the way we move while reducing the acoustic and climate footprint of flight.

Team size: 1,001-5,000 employees
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Industry: Airlines and Aviation
Founding Year: 2009

What you'll do

  • The Accounting Senior will execute month-end close activities, manage intercompany reconciliations, and support audits. They will also collaborate with other teams to ensure proper accounting treatment and participate in process improvements.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Joby Aviation pay for a Accounting Senior?

Joby Aviation offers a competitive compensation package for the Accounting Senior role. The salary range is USD 82k - 133k per year. Apply through Clera to learn more about the full compensation details.

What does a Accounting Senior do at Joby Aviation?

As a Accounting Senior at Joby Aviation, you will: the Accounting Senior will execute month-end close activities, manage intercompany reconciliations, and support audits. They will also collaborate with other teams to ensure proper accounting treatment and participate in process improvements..

Why join Joby Aviation as a Accounting Senior?

Joby Aviation is a leading Airlines and Aviation company. The Accounting Senior role offers competitive compensation.

Is the Accounting Senior position at Joby Aviation remote?

The Accounting Senior position at Joby Aviation is based in Santa Cruz, California, United States and San Carlos, California, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.

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