The Company
Acceleron Fusion is developing a breakthrough new technology to produce clean energy, based on research funded by the US Department of Energy. We are based in Cambridge, MA. We are a small start-up, with about ten employees, and are growing fast.
The Position
We are looking for an Operations Manager, to have overall responsibility for:
Human Resources
- Recruit excellent candidates for open positions
- Coordinate the interview and hiring process
- Help create the company culture
- Select and administer employee benefits
Finance
- Prepare financial statements and cash flow projections
- Accounts payable - pay bills and manage cash
- Accounts receivable - prepare invoices and collect payments
- Payroll and tax compliance
- Bookkeeping and reconciliation of accounts
Office / Facilities Management
- Identify vendors; negotiate contracts and service plans
- Stock office, lab, workshop, and kitchen supplies
- Set up desks for new employees
- Plan the layout of the office, lab, and workshops
Qualifications
- Four-year college degree
- Exceptional time management and organizational skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent computer skills; ability to learn to use new systems and software quickly
- Business and negotiation skills
- High level of discretion in handling confidential information
- Problem-solving ability - knows how to get things done
- Ability to motivate other people to care and do their best
Compensation and Benefits
The position has a competitive salary, health insurance, a retirement plan, and paid time off. The position comes with a signing bonus and stock options. This is an in-person role, 40 hours/week, at our office in Cambridge, MA.