About the Company
Armada is the hyperscaler for the edge, delivering modular AI infrastructure from first deployment to AI factory with speed, scale and sovereignty. Named one of Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies and to the CNBC Disruptor 50, Armada’s solutions are deployed in over 60 countries globally for organizations ranging from energy to defense.
With nearly $500 million in funding to date, Armada is backed by leading investors including Founders Fund, Lux, BlackRock and Microsoft (M12), alongside strategic partnerships with Microsoft, Dell, Palantir, NVIDIA, SpaceX, and Skydio. We are building the infrastructure layer for sovereign and edge AI - rugged, deployable compute for customers that cannot rely on centralized cloud.
Working at Armada means taking ownership, driving autonomy, and delivering impact. You’ll tackle challenges that haven’t been solved before and help build something transformative from the ground up. What you do here will not only define your career but help further Armada’s mission to bridge the digital divide for customers around the world.
About the Role
As a Senior Accountant at Armada, you will be a key member of our growing Finance team, responsible for maintaining the integrity of our financial records as we scale rapidly. You will manage assigned areas of the general ledger function, support month-end and year-end close processes, and partner cross-functionally with teams across the business to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.
Central to this role is supporting the accounting operations of the Galleon program — our modular, deployed data centers that sit at the heart of Armada’s infrastructure. You’ll develop deep fluency across the full lifecycle of a Galleon, from acquisition and cost accounting to asset classification, insurance, and fleet tracking, while working closely with Finance leadership and cross-functional partners across procurement, operations, and legal.
The ideal candidate is technically strong, highly organized, and excited about building scalable processes at one of the most exciting companies in AI infrastructure. This is a high-impact role for someone who thrives in ambiguity, takes ownership, and enjoys building scalable processes in a high-growth environment.
Location. This role is remote-based in SF Bay Area, NYC, or Seattle.
Main responsibilities:
Galleon Program Accounting
• Manage end-to-end accounting for the Galleon program, serving as the primary accounting resource for deployed data center accounting across the balance sheet and income statement
• Manage accounting across the full Galleon lifecycle — procurement, inventory, CIP, capitalization, deployment, redeployment, retirement, and disposal
• Serve as the primary administrator for the Company’s fixed asset management system (NetAsset), ensuring accurate asset records and supporting process improvements
• Evaluate and document appropriate accounting treatment for Galleon assets, including inventory, CIP, and fixed asset classification decisions under U.S. GAAP
• Maintain accurate fixed asset and inventory subledgers; ensure timely reconciliation to the general ledger on a monthly basis
• Manage CIP schedules and ensure timely capitalization upon deployment; develop and maintain depreciation methodologies and useful life assumptions across the Galleon fleet
• Capitalize freight, installation, deployment, and other directly attributable costs; partner with operations to ensure accurate cost burden calculations
• Support debt-financed Galleon acquisitions, including coordination on debt facility drawdowns and related accounting treatment
• Maintain accounting records for Galleon-related insurance policies, including premium payments, coverage periods, prepaid insurance balances, and claims activity
• Track Galleon movements — deployments, redeployments, disposals, and retirements — ensuring the fixed asset subledger reflects current fleet status at all times
• Perform and support physical inventory and fixed asset counts; resolve discrepancies and maintain audit-ready documentation
General Accounting & Close Responsibilities
• Manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process for assigned areas, ensuring all entries are posted accurately and on time
• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules across balance sheet and P&L accounts
• Manage prepaid expense accounting, including tracking, amortization, and reconciliation across vendors and cost categories
• Manage cost of sales (COS) tracking for Galleon-related revenue transactions, ensuring proper matching of cost to recognized revenue
• Assist in the preparation of monthly financial packages and variance analyses for Finance leadership
• Prepare audit-ready workpapers and support external audits, tax reviews, and due diligence requests
Cross-Functional & Process Improvement
• Partner with FP&A on capex forecasting, depreciation forecasting, and fleet-level cost analyses
• Act as a finance partner to Operations, Procurement, and Supply Chain on Galleon-related transactions, providing accounting guidance and ensuring proper documentation
• Partner with Revenue Accounting and Finance leadership on accounting considerations related to Galleon deployments and customer arrangements
• Design and maintain internal controls over asset accounting, inventory accounting, and related business processes
• Identify automation opportunities and help scale accounting processes, ERP workflows, and reporting capabilities
• Assist with technical accounting research, policy development, and special projects as the company grows
Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; Active CPA license required
• 4–6+ years of progressive accounting experience in public accounting (Big 4 or regional firm), corporate accounting, or a combination of both. Experience in high-growth or startup environments is strongly preferred
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills required, including the ability to analyze large datasets, build scalable reconciliations, and develop efficient reporting schedules. Experience with Power Query or similar automation tools is a plus
• Strong technical knowledge of U.S. GAAP, including ASC 330 (Inventory), ASC 360 (Fixed Assets), CIP, and internal controls
• Experience with ERP systems such as NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, or similar platforms
• Experience managing fixed asset programs, inventory accounting, or capital-intensive operations
• Demonstrated success improving accounting processes, implementing controls, or supporting system enhancements
• High attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and the ability to work independently with a high degree of ownership
• Excellent communication skills; able to translate complex accounting concepts for cross-functional partners
• Strong sense of accountability, business judgment, and a proactive approach to problem solving
Compensation & Benefits
For U.S. Based candidates: To ensure fairness and transparency, the starting base salary range for this role for candidates in the U.S. are listed, varying based on location experience, skills, and qualifications. In addition to base salary, this role will also be offered equity and subsidized benefits (details available upon request).
We use a geographic pay structure based on cost-of-labor markets.
- Tier 1 (e.g., SF Bay Area, NYC, Seattle): $100,104 – $125,005
- Tier 2 (most U.S. metro areas): 86,960 - $108,700
- Tier 3 (other cities): $82,612 - $103,265
Final compensation will be determined by experience, scope, and level, and may vary from the posted range.
Benefits
- Competitive base salary and equity
- Medical, dental, and vision (subsidized cost)
- Health savings accounts (HSA), flexible spending accounts (FSA), and dependent care FSAs (DCFSA)
- Retirement plan options, including 401(k) and Roth 401(k)
- Unlimited paid time off (PTO)
- 14 paid company holidays per year
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You're a Great Fit if You're
- A go-getter with a growth mindset. You're intellectually curious, have strong business acumen, and actively seek opportunities to build relevant skills and knowledge
- A detail-oriented problem-solver. You can independently gather information, solve problems efficiently, and deliver results with a "get-it-done" attitude
- Thrive in a fast-paced environment. You're energized by an entrepreneurial spirit, capable of working quickly, and excited to contribute to a growing company
- A collaborative team player. You focus on business success and are motivated by team accomplishment vs personal agenda
- Highly organized and results-driven. Strong prioritization skills and a dedicated work ethic are essential for you
Equal Opportunity Statement
At Armada, we are committed to fostering a work environment where everyone is given equal opportunities to thrive. As an equal opportunity employer, we strictly prohibit discrimination or harassment based on race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy applies to all employment decisions, including hiring, promotions, and compensation. Our hiring is guided by qualifications, merit, and the business needs at the time.
Unsolicited Resumes and Candidates
Armada does not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions from external agencies or recruiters. All candidates must apply directly through our careers page. Any resumes submitted by agencies without a prior signed agreement will be considered unsolicited and Armada will not be obligated to pay any fees.
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