<div><div>Solestial is pioneering the future of space-based solar power by developing advanced solar technologies optimized for the harsh conditions of space. Our innovative, low-cost, and scalable solar arrays are engineered for next-generation satellites, spacecraft, and orbital infrastructure. We are driven by a mission to power the space economy and unlock limitless opportunities in orbit and beyond.</div><div> </div><div> </div><div><strong>The Role:</strong><br>As our <strong>Director of Accounting,</strong> you'll lead day-to-day accounting operations and play a key role as Solestial continues to scale. You will own the close process, financial reporting, cost accounting, ERP optimization, payroll and tax oversight, and internal controls within a growing manufacturing environment.<p>This is a hands-on role focused on building processes, strengthening controls, and helping scale and professionalize the accounting function during a period of significant growth and integration. You'll collaborate cross-functionally with Finance, Operations, Manufacturing, and Leadership teams to support a rapidly growing business. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys rolling up their sleeves, improving systems, and making a meaningful impact in a lean, fast-paced environment.</p></div></div><div> </div><br><br><h3>Your Mission</h3><ul><div><li>Own monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes</li><li>Prepare and issue timely, accurate financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP</li><li>Manage general ledger, reconciliations, accruals, and accounting operations</li><li>Lead accounting process improvements and ERP implementation/enhancement initiatives (NetSuite and/or Oracle preferred)</li><li>Oversee inventory and cost accounting within a manufacturing environment</li><li>Manage lease accounting under ASC 842</li><li>Oversee payroll accounting, sales/use tax, and coordination with external tax providers</li><li>Support external audits and maintain strong internal controls</li><li>Partner with operations and finance teams to improve reporting and operational visibility</li><li>Build scalable accounting processes and help develop the accounting function as the company grows</li></div></ul><h3>What You Bring</h3><ul><div><li>Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA preferred</li><li>8+ years of accounting experience, including leadership responsibilities</li><li>Big 4 background preferred</li><li>Manufacturing and cost accounting experience required</li><li>Experience in startup, high-growth, and/or post-acquisition environments preferred</li><li>Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting</li><li>Experience implementing or managing ERP systems, including NetSuite and/or Oracle</li><li>Hands-on, roll-up-your-sleeves mindset with strong attention to detail</li><li>Ability to operate independently and drive execution in a lean environment</li></div></ul><br><div><div><ul><li>Competitive compensation - we want you to grow with us</li><li>Generous, high-quality medical, dental, and vision coverage on day one of employment</li><li>15 vacation days, 5 sick days, and 10 paid holidays annually - with an extended holiday break at year’s end</li><li>401K with employer match up to 4% of salary</li><li>Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability and employer-sponsored life insurance</li><li>Your work will literally go to space!</li></ul></div><div><strong>Hybrid schedule preferred (remote with 1–2 in-office days per week)</strong></div></div>

<p>Solestial exists to deliver abundant energy in space. Our breakthrough technology is a silicon solar cell engineered for space to self-cure radiation damage under sunlight at operating temperatures as low as 65°C. Solestial solar cells are packaged in an ultrathin, low-mass, flexible solar power module designed to withstand up to 10 years in a variety of destinations in space. Our flexible solar power modules can be produced on automated machines resulting in lower costs than traditional III-V multijunction solar products.</p><p>From today’s satellite constellations and research projects to tomorrow’s lunar settlements and services in space, Solestial’s innovative technology represents a paradigm shift for space solar; an affordable, scalable solution to power sustained development. Solestial is a US company manufacturing solar cells and flexible solar power modules in Tempe, Arizona.</p>

Director of Accounting

<div><div>Solestial is pioneering the future of space-based solar power by developing advanced solar technologies optimized for the harsh conditions of space. Our innovative, low-cost, and scalable solar arrays are engineered for next-generation satellites, spacecraft, and orbital infrastructure. We are driven by a mission to power the space economy and unlock limitless opportunities in orbit and beyond.</div><div> </div><div> </div><div><strong>The Role:</strong><br />As our <strong>Director of Accounting,</strong> you'll lead day-to-day accounting operations and play a key role as Solestial continues to scale. You will own the close process, financial reporting, cost accounting, ERP optimization, payroll and tax oversight, and internal controls within a growing manufacturing environment.<p>This is a hands-on role focused on building processes, strengthening controls, and helping scale and professionalize the accounting function during a period of significant growth and integration. You'll collaborate cross-functionally with Finance, Operations, Manufacturing, and Leadership teams to support a rapidly growing business. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys rolling up their sleeves, improving systems, and making a meaningful impact in a lean, fast-paced environment.</p></div></div><div> </div><br /><br /><h3>Your Mission</h3><ul><div><li>Own monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes</li><li>Prepare and issue timely, accurate financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP</li><li>Manage general ledger, reconciliations, accruals, and accounting operations</li><li>Lead accounting process improvements and ERP implementation/enhancement initiatives (NetSuite and/or Oracle preferred)</li><li>Oversee inventory and cost accounting within a manufacturing environment</li><li>Manage lease accounting under ASC 842</li><li>Oversee payroll accounting, sales/use tax, and coordination with external tax providers</li><li>Support external audits and maintain strong internal controls</li><li>Partner with operations and finance teams to improve reporting and operational visibility</li><li>Build scalable accounting processes and help develop the accounting function as the company grows</li></div></ul><h3>What You Bring</h3><ul><div><li>Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA preferred</li><li>8+ years of accounting experience, including leadership responsibilities</li><li>Big 4 background preferred</li><li>Manufacturing and cost accounting experience required</li><li>Experience in startup, high-growth, and/or post-acquisition environments preferred</li><li>Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting</li><li>Experience implementing or managing ERP systems, including NetSuite and/or Oracle</li><li>Hands-on, roll-up-your-sleeves mindset with strong attention to detail</li><li>Ability to operate independently and drive execution in a lean environment</li></div></ul><br /><div><div><ul><li>Competitive compensation - we want you to grow with us</li><li>Generous, high-quality medical, dental, and vision coverage on day one of employment</li><li>15 vacation days, 5 sick days, and 10 paid holidays annually - with an extended holiday break at year’s end</li><li>401K with employer match up to 4% of salary</li><li>Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability and employer-sponsored life insurance</li><li>Your work will literally go to space!</li></ul></div><div><strong>Hybrid schedule preferred (remote with 1–2 in-office days per week)</strong></div></div>

Director of Accounting

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