Act as a strategic thought partner to Finance leadership in building an accounting team. Own and continuously improve the month-end and quarter-end close process, driving toward a 5-day close. Prepare accurate and timely financial statements in accordance with US GAAP. Establish and document accounting policies. Serve as the technical accounting expert for complex or non-routine transactions. Manage all aspects of general ledger accounting. Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and treasury functions. Prepare the company for its first external audit. Design and implement internal controls that can scale toward SOX readiness.