Accounts Payable Specialist

SpaceX•Hawthorne, CA

20d•$30 - $38•Onsite

About The Position

The Accounts Payable Specialist is a key member of SpaceX’s finance organization and provides transactional support to the Accounts Payable department. The position involves high-volume processing of expense reports and invoices, including invoice matching, discrepancy resolution, vendor communication, payment coordination, and accurate recordkeeping. The role is based onsite full-time in Hawthorne, California; hybrid and remote work are not considered.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
At least 1 year of accounts payable, finance, or operations experience; internship experience qualifies.
Willingness to work overtime and/or weekends as needed.
Must meet applicable U.S. Government export-control eligibility requirements or be eligible to obtain required authorizations.

Nice To Haves

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, high-volume environment with emphasis on accuracy and timeliness.
Strong organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

Meet transaction targets in a high-volume accounts payable department.
Process and match invoices to purchase orders and resolve discrepancies.
Review invoices for appropriate documentation and approval before payment.
Respond to questions from vendors and internal departments in a timely manner.
Reconcile vendor statements, research discrepancies, and correct them.
Support the department by processing expense reports, maintaining Excel reports, and importing and exporting databases and files.
Coordinate payments on a weekly basis.
Maintain files and documentation thoroughly and accurately, in accordance with company policy and accepted accounting practices.

Benefits

Potential eligibility for long-term incentives in the form of company stock or long-term cash awards.
Potential discretionary bonuses.
Ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
Medical coverage.
Vision coverage.
Dental coverage.
401(k) retirement plan.
Short- and long-term disability insurance.
Life insurance.
Paid parental leave.
Various other discounts and perks.
May accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation.
Eligibility for 10 or more paid holidays per year.
Paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy.