SpaceX is a company focused on developing technologies for human exploration of space. They are seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to provide transactional support in a high-volume accounts payable department, which includes processing invoices and expense reports, and resolving discrepancies.
Responsibilities
- Meet transaction targets in a high-volume accounts payable department
- Process and match invoices to purchase orders and resolve any discrepancies
- Review invoices for appropriate documentation and approval prior to payment
- Respond to questions from vendors and internal departments in a timely manner
- Reconcile vendor statements, research, and correct discrepancies
- Provide support to the department by processing expense reports, maintaining Excel reports, importing, and exporting databases and files
- Payment coordination on a weekly basis
- Maintain files and documentation thoroughly and accurately, in accordance with company policy and accepted accounting practices
Skills
- Bachelor's degree
- 1+ years of accounts payable, finance, or operations experience (internship experience qualifies)
- Must be willing to work overtime and/or weekends as needed
- This position is based in Hawthorne, CA (Los Angeles area), and requires being onsite full-time - hybrid and remote work will not be considered
- Strong motivation for automation and process improvement
- General knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
- Experience with Excel and MS Dynamics 365 or other ERP accounting systems
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Experience with SQL
- Ability to work independently and with a team in a fast-paced and high-volume environment with emphasis on accuracy and timeliness
- Strong organizational and time management skills
Benefits
- Long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards
- Potential discretionary bonuses
- Ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
- Access to a 401(k) retirement plan
- Short and long-term disability insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid parental leave
- 3 weeks of paid vacation
- 10 or more paid holidays per year
- Paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law
Company Overview
SpaceX is an aviation and aerospace company that designs, manufactures, and launches rockets and spacecraft. It was founded in 2002, and is headquartered in Hawthorne, California, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is https://www.spacex.com.