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, autonomous systems. Its products include Hivemind Enterprise—EdgeOS, Pilot, Commander, and Forge—as well as V-BAT and Sentient Vision Systems (wide-area motion imaging software). With offices in San Diego, Dallas, Washington, D.C., 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 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.