VP, Accounting

FORT Robotics

. Lead FORT's accounting and external reporting functions through its transition from a privately held robotics company to a public company through a SPAC business combination .

Posted 11/10/2026full-timeRemote • Pennsylvania • United StatesLead💰 $170,000 - $240,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting, with a proven track record in leading accounting functions through public company transitions, including SPAC business combinations. Capable of building scalable accounting processes and effectively collaborating with executive leadership and external auditors.

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U.S. GAAP ExpertiseSEC ReportingSPAC Business Combination ExperienceCPA CertificationLeadership in Accounting

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Hard Skills

Financial ReportingClose and ConsolidationTechnical AccountingRevenue RecognitionPurchase AccountingTransaction AccountingMulti-Currency ReportingAudit ReadinessInventory CostingPost-Merger Reporting

Soft Skills

Executive CommunicationStrategic LeadershipMentoringCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

NetSuiteERP ImplementationAutomation ToolsAI for Reporting

Certifications & Qualifications

CPA (Active)

Industry Keywords

RoboticsIndustrial AutomationManufacturingHardware TechnologyVenture-Backed CompaniesPrivate Equity-Backed CompaniesBig 4 Public Accounting

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead FORT's accounting and external reporting functions through its transition from a privately held robotics company to a public company through a SPAC business combination
Report to the CFO and build a scalable, public-company-ready accounting organization
Lead, mentor, and develop the Head of SEC Reporting and Accounting Manager
Establish accounting policies and practices following U.S. GAAP and SEC requirements
Advise the CFO and leadership team on significant transactions and complex accounting matters
Lead accounting and reporting readiness for the SPAC business combination, including historical financial statements, pro forma information, and transaction analyses
Oversee 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, registration statements, and related disclosures
Oversee accurate, timely monthly, quarterly, and annual close and consolidation
Improve close speed, reconciliation quality, and reporting processes
Own documented, audit-ready technical accounting conclusions for complex areas including de-SPAC accounting, ASC 606 revenue recognition, inventory, standard costing, reserves, capitalized software and R&D, stock-based compensation, business combinations, leases, and impairments
Serve as primary accounting contact for external auditors through PCAOB-standard quarterly reviews and annual audit
Partner with Internal Controls and Internal Audit and lead remediation of accounting findings
Lead purchase accounting and integrate acquired entities into close and reporting
Support financing transactions
Lead upgrades to ERP, close, and reporting systems; use automation and AI to reduce manual work
Prepare accounting materials for the Audit Committee and Board
Collaborate with FP&A, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Engineering, Legal, and Tax

Requirements

What you’ll need

12+ years of progressive accounting and financial reporting experience, including significant leadership responsibility
Experience at a U.S. public company, or leading a company through an IPO, de-SPAC, or similar public-company transition
Hands-on ownership of SEC filings and public-company external reporting
Deep U.S. GAAP and technical accounting expertise, including revenue recognition and stock-based compensation
Track record leading close, consolidation, and external reporting
Experience leading accounting managers and directors
Proven experience working with external auditors and senior finance leadership
Experience building scalable accounting processes in a high-growth or fast-changing organization
Strong executive communication skills, and the ability to balance strategic leadership with hands-on work
CPA (active)
Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance
SPAC business combination experience, including transaction accounting and post-merger reporting
Big 4 public accounting background combined with corporate accounting leadership
Robotics, industrial automation, manufacturing, or hardware technology experience, including inventory costing and hardware-plus-software revenue
Purchase accounting and integration experience from acquisitions
International entity consolidation and multi-currency reporting
NetSuite or similar ERP implementation experience
Experience supporting Audit Committee and Board-level reporting
Experience in a venture-backed or private equity-backed company

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Unlimited PTO
Stock options
3% 401(k) match
Paid holidays
Parental leave