Chief Accountant - Ukraine (R6522)

Shield AI is a venture-backed defense-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include Hivemind autonomy software, V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, and Aechelon simulation and synthetic reality technologies. With offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific, Shield AI’s technology actively supports operations worldwide. For more information, visit www.shield.ai. Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube. 

Shield AI is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Chief Accountant to oversee local accounting operations and statutory compliance for its Ukrainian legal entity. Reporting directly to the US Director of Accounting, this individual will serve as the primary accounting contact in Ukraine and oversee the execution of bookkeeping, accounting, tax compliance, and statutory reporting activities performed in partnership with a third-party accounting service provider.

The Chief Accountant will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of local financial records, maintaining compliance with Ukrainian accounting and tax regulations, and coordinating closely with Shield AI’s global Accounting team to support month-end close, financial reporting, internal controls, and business operations.

The ideal candidate has strong knowledge of Ukrainian accounting and statutory requirements, experience working with outsourced accounting providers, and the ability to operate independently while collaborating effectively with a global finance organization.

Oversee the day-to-day accounting and bookkeeping activities performed by the third-party accounting service provider, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and adherence to established deadlines.

Serve as the primary point of contact between Shield AI’s US Accounting team, local business stakeholders, and the external accounting provider.

Monitor service provider deliverables, identify gaps or delays, and drive timely resolution of accounting issues.

Ensure transactions are properly supported, classified, approved, and recorded in accordance with company policies and applicable accounting requirements.

Maintain organized and complete accounting records and supporting documentation.

Coordinate local month-end and year-end close activities with the third-party accounting provider and the US Accounting team.

Support reconciliation of local statutory financial records to corporate reporting requirements and identify any necessary adjustments.

Ensure compliance with applicable Ukrainian accounting standards, statutory reporting requirements, and local tax regulations.

Monitor changes in Ukrainian accounting, tax, payroll, and regulatory requirements and communicate potential impacts to the US Accounting team.

Implement and maintain accounting procedures and controls consistent with Shield AI’s global accounting policies and internal control framework.

Assist with documenting local accounting processes and controls in preparation for the company’s continued growth and global ERP implementation.

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (preferred), Finance, or a related field. 

6 to 10 years of progressive accounting experience, including experience operating in a public company environment

Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and experience working within a robust internal control environment; familiarity with SOX compliance is a plus. 

Excellent time management skills with the ability to independently manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. 

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. 

High level of initiative and self-motivation, with demonstrated communication and collaboration abilities. 

Proven experience coordinating with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders. 

Ability to manage projects from inception to completion while incorporating feedback from multiple sources. 

Ability to multi-task, prioritize competing demands, and meet deadlines consistently. 

High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.