Finance Controller - AI Hive

Founded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed defense technology company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include the V-BAT aircraft, Hivemind Enterprise, and the Hivemind Vision product lines. With offices in San Diego, Dallas, Washington, D.C., Boston, Abu Dhabi (UAE), Kyiv (Ukraine), and Melbourne (Australia), Shield AI’s technology actively supports U.S. and allied operations worldwide. For more information, visit www.shield.ai. Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, YouTube and Instagram.

Own and lead the monthly and quarterly close process for AI Hive, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and alignment with both Indian and US GAAP standards. Champion strong internal controls and uphold Shield AI’s accounting policies across key financial areas, including revenue, payables, payroll and benefits, intercompany transactions, and consolidations. This role plays a critical part in delivering clear, timely financial insights that support strategic decision-making and operational excellence.

What you'll do:

• Execute monthly/quarterly closing procedures
• Perform entry and analytical evaluation of balance sheet and income statement accounts
• Enforce a strong internal controls environment
• Support business integration activities
• Work with internal and external auditors to ensure timely completion of necessary procedures

Required qualifications:

• Strong knowledge of Indian and US GAAP
• Total experience of 1-4 years, preferably with a mix of public and industry experience
• BS/BA degree in accounting

Preferred qualifications:

• CA with public accounting experience
• Experience with Deltek Costpoint or similar systems

Our international team members are employed through our Employer of Record (EOR) and receive a comprehensive international benefits package on top of base salary. For full details on compensation and benefits, please consult your talent acquisition partner.