Accountant

Beyond Limits is a pioneering Artificial Intelligence engineering company creating advanced software solutions that go beyond conventional AI. Founded in 2014 with a legacy in space exploration, Beyond Limits is transforming proven technologies from Caltech and NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory into advanced AI solutions, hardened to industrial strength, and put to work for forward-looking companies on earth. We leverage this unparalleled innovation portfolio, along with proprietary cognitive technologies, to help companies solve tough, complex, mission-critical problems and transform their business. We apply a unique hybrid approach to AI, combining numeric AI techniques like machine learning with higher-order symbolic AI and expert human knowledge to deliver intuitive cognitive reasoning and information. Our cognitive computing technology mimics human thought processes and provides explainable reasoning to aid human-like decision-making.  

Job Duties/Responsibilities

  • Perform financial planning and analysis (FP&A) activities to support business decision-making and ensure effective financial management.
  • Conduct bookkeeping and accounting activities in accordance with both China GAAP and US GAAP, including reconciling accounts, maintaining financial records, and producing financial statements.
  • Manage the company's tax affairs, including preparing tax returns, liaising with tax authorities, and ensuring compliance with relevant tax laws and regulations.
  • Develop and implement internal accounting controls to ensure financial accuracy and prevent fraud or errors.
  • Work closely with external auditors to prepare audit schedules, provide necessary documentation, and ensure timely completion of audits.
  • Provide guidance and support to other departments on accounting and financial matters, including advising on financial implications of business decisions.

Qualifications and Skills

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 2 years of relevant work experience in accounting, finance, and taxation.
  • Strong knowledge of China GAAP and US GAAP and their application in accounting and financial reporting.
  • Experience in managing tax affairs and ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
  • Skilled in developing and implementing internal controls to ensure financial accuracy and prevent fraud or errors.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with auditors, colleagues, and stakeholders.
  • Preferred experience working in a Big 4 accounting firm or other reputable accounting firm.
  • Commercial experience is a plus.

Beyond Limits provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Beyond Limits complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.  
  
Beyond Limits expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Beyond Limit’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up-to and including discharge.