Sr. Accountant

SpaceX • Hawthorne, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

SpaceX is seeking a detail-oriented, high-performing Sr. Accountant to join its Finance organization. The role supports accurate financial records and the company’s month-end close, variance analysis, reconciliations, and process improvements. The successful candidate will contribute to process improvements and collaborate with colleagues and stakeholders in a dynamic, high-growth environment.

The position is based onsite in Hawthorne, California; remote and hybrid work are not considered. The stated pay range is $120,000 to $175,000 for Level 3. Actual level and base salary are determined case by case based on job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience. Compensation may also include company stock or long-term cash awards, potential discretionary bonuses, and the opportunity to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

Benefits include medical, vision, and dental coverage; a 401(k) retirement plan; short- and long-term disability insurance; life insurance; paid parental leave; discounts and other perks; up to three weeks of accrued paid vacation; 10 or more paid holidays per year; and paid sick leave under company policy. Applicants must meet applicable U.S. Government export-control eligibility requirements or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• At least 4 years of accounting experience.
• Willingness to work long hours and weekends when needed to meet critical deadlines.
• Must work onsite in Hawthorne, California; remote and hybrid work are not considered.
• Meet U.S. Government export-control eligibility requirements: be a U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee, or be eligible to obtain required U.S. Department of State authorizations.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business, or another business discipline.
• CPA license or equivalent.
• An ownership-oriented mentality and ability to thrive in a fast-paced, changing environment.
• Deadline-focused approach and preference for working in the office face-to-face with teams.
• Excellent technical, analytical, and written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with computers, particularly Excel.
• Ability to collaborate, guide junior staff, and contribute to team development.
• Familiarity with SQL.
• Understanding of US GAAP.

Responsibilities

• Perform month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analysis.
• Support inventory, fixed assets, cost accounting, or other specialized areas as assigned.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual divisional balance sheet reconciliations.
• Collaborate with accounting staff to foster a supportive work environment.
• Work with stakeholders in Tax, FP&A, Financial Reporting, and other business units to build and implement solutions that ensure seamless operations.
• Collaborate with auditors and provide requested documentation accurately and on time.
• Perform ad hoc duties and analysis as assigned by management.
• Ensure compliance with US GAAP, company policies, and internal controls.
• Identify and implement process improvements, automation opportunities, and best practices.

Benefits

• Potential company stock or long-term cash awards and discretionary bonuses.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount.
• Medical, vision, and dental coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Paid parental leave.
• Various discounts and perks.
• Up to three weeks of accrued paid vacation.
• 10 or more paid holidays per year.
• Paid sick leave under company policy.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior