USD per year
Director, Technical Accounting
About IonQ:
IonQ, Inc. [NYSE: IONQ] is the world’s leading quantum company delivering solutions to solve the world’s most complex problems. IonQ’s newest generation quantum computers, IonQ Tempo and IonQ Forte Enterprise, are the latest in cutting-edge systems that have been helping customers and partners such as Amazon Web Services, AstraZeneca, and NVIDIA achieve 20x performance results. The company achieved 99.99% two-qubit gate fidelity, setting a world record in quantum computing performance in 2025. The company is accelerating its technology roadmap and intends to deliver the world’s most powerful quantum computers with 2 million qubits by 2030 to accelerate innovation in drug discovery, materials science, financial modeling, logistics, cybersecurity, and defense. IonQ’s advancements in quantum networking position the company as a leader in building the quantum internet. We are looking for a Director of Technical Accounting. As a technical account expert, you’ll be part of a cross-functional team whose mission is to lead IonQ on its journey to build the world’s best quantum computers to solve the world’s most complex problems. In this leadership role, you will oversee the company’s technical accounting function, ensuring the accuracy of financial records and compliance with SEC reporting requirements in a high-growth, high-tech environment.
Responsibilities:
- Lead the technical accounting function including the drafting of technical memorandums, focusing on complex areas including, but not limited to:
- Asset Impairment Assessments: Manage the annual and interim testing processes, including the coordination of fair value assessments and documentation of qualitative and quantitative results.
- Segment Reporting: Evaluate the company’s reporting structure under ASC 280 to ensure appropriate identification of operating segments and reportable segments.
- Investments: Oversee the accounting for current and new cost and equity method investments, ensuring proper valuation and disclosure.
- Leases (ASC 842): Manage the end-to-end lease accounting process, including the evaluation of new contracts, modifications and termination of existing contracts and preparation of required SEC disclosures.
- Assist and consult on other technical assessments in the areas of business combinations, stock-based compensation, and revenue recognition as needed.
- Translate technically complex accounting arrangements and standards for non-accounting stakeholders, providing clear, actionable insights to executive leadership and cross-functional partners.
- Supervise external valuation firms to support the fair value of assets under required valuation assessments for investments, goodwill and intangibles, and other complex liabilities.
- Build and scale a global technical accounting function, establishing a global accounting policy manual to standardize policies and procedures across all international and domestic entities to ensure consistency in technical applications.
- Design and refine cross-functional workstreams with Legal, HR, Tax, Engineering and Equity Administration to satisfy operational aspects of corporate and investment transactions.
- Coordinate with Financial Reporting for the preparation and review of deliverables to ensure consistent application of accounting standards.
- Create a technical accounting playbook and Corporate consultation protocols to streamline technical evaluations and formalize the engagement model for third-party advisors.
- Oversee associated SOX documentation and internal controls with respect to technical accounting.
- Manage and document US GAAP to local GAAP differences, ensuring accurate statutory reporting and reconciliation for international subsidiaries.
- Facilitate compliance with external auditor quarterly reviews and the annual audit.
- Develop and deliver technical accounting training to the broader finance and accounting departments to improve organizational "GAAP literacy."
- Assist the Office of the Global Controller in special projects and deliverables for the Board of Directors and senior management as needed.
You’d be a good fit with:
- 12+ years of relevant accounting work experience.
- 7+ years of public company accounting experience.
- Active CPA designation.
- High competency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Strong analytical abilities, highly organized, and exceptional attention to detail.
- Self-motivated with the ability to lead projects and meet deliverables in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field.
You’d be a great fit with:
- Experience with international accounting standards.
- Experience with SaaS and high-growth technology companies.
- Strong desire & ability to develop new skills quickly & continuously improve complex processes.
Location:
This role can work onsite or hybrid from our College Park MD. We are open to a remote option in College Park area.
Travel:
Up to 10%
Job ID:
1387 The approximate base salary range for this position is $169869 - $221514. The total compensation package includes base bonus & equity. Compensation will vary based on individual factors such as education qualifications experience final candidate(s) specific office location calibration against relevant market data & internal team equity. Posted base salary figures subject change as new market data becomes available. Our benefits include comprehensive medical dental & vision plans; matching 401K; unlimited PTO & paid holidays; parental/adoption leave; legal insurance; home technology stipend Details provided upon offer.IonQ's HQ located College Park MD near Washington DC Manufacturing/production facility recently opened Bothell WA (near Seattle) Positions may require proximity near offices College Park (MD), Seattle (WA), Toronto (Canada), Basel (Switzerland) IonQ plans expansion into additional domestic & international geographies.IonQ fosters fair treatment/access/opportunity/advancement while eliminating barriers Culture promotes autonomy/productivity/respect Committed environment where individuals feel welcomed/respected/supported/valued.Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed equity & justice no discrimination based race/religion/ancestry/disability/medical condition/genetic info/marital status/sex/gender/gender identity/expression/transgender status/age/sexual orientation/military/veteran status or other protected basis law ### US Technical Jobs Position requires access technology subject U.S export control & government contract restrictions Employment contingent verifying “U.S Person” status (citizen/national/permanent resident/refugee/asylum) or obtaining necessary license/license exception under U.S export controls Additional immigration status questions required compliance review ### US Non Technical Jobs Candidates must U.S citizen/national/permanent resident/refugee/asylum due export control laws/regulations Immigration status questions required compliance review.If interested joining our team & mission we encourage you apply!
IonQ is a leader in quantum computing, networking, sensing, and security. Their mission is to develop the world’s best quantum technology to solve the world’s most complex problems. They have built commercial quantum computers with world-record fidelity designed to tackle complex challenges. IonQ offers a full-stack quantum platform including quantum computing, networking, security, sensing, and space infrastructure. Their technology is based on over 30 years of research bringing quantum computing out of the lab into real-world applications. IonQ collaborates with various industry partners and customers across sectors such as aerospace, automotive, government research labs, and cloud providers.
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