Rocket Lab Corporation

Space Technology

AccountsPayablesSpecialist

$65–85k ~AI est. Long Beach, California, United States
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.

The Brief

“Accounts Payables Specialist at Rocket Lab Corporation. Skills: Accounts Payable, ERP Systems, Invoice Processing. Process payroll for employees. Process payments for vendors”

Industry & Context.

Space Technology
Problems you'll solve

Logical approach; Methodological approach

Eligibility Requirements

Close vision, Distance vision, Peripheral vision, Depth perception, Ability to focus, Regularly sit, Use hands and fingers, Operate computer keyboard, Operate controls, Communicate verbally, Communicate in writing, Physically able to commute, Occasional dust exposure, Occasional fumes exposure, Occasional moderate noise

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

4+ years of experience, High School Diploma, Experience with high volume, Experience with fast-paced environment

Nice to Have

Associates Degree in Accounting, Experience with ERP Systems, Excellent communication skills, Detail oriented approach, Logical approach to problem-solving, Methodological approach to problem-solving

What You'll Do.

Process payroll for employees

Process payments for vendors

Perform full-cycle Accounts Payable functions

Perform three-way matching

Ensure proper coding of invoices

Ensure departmental approval

Ensure accurate entry into ERP system

Process employees’ expense reports

Clear invoices in a timely manner

Resolve unmatched items

Assist with vendor onboarding

Assist with month end close

Perform data entry of invoices

Process vendor payments

Perform problem resolution

Maintain organization of all AP documents

Support Transactional Accounting Manager

Provide excellent customer service

Support Accounting Operations Manager

Assist with ad-hoc projects

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Work across functionally; Support Transactional Accounting Manager; Support Accounting Operations Manager

Communication Scope

Verbal communication; Written communication

Full Job Description

ABOUT ROCKET LAB Rocket Lab is an end-to-end space company delivering responsive launch services, complete spacecraft design and manufacturing, payloads, satellite components, and more – all with the goal of opening access to space. The rockets and satellites we build and launch enable some of the most ambitious and vital space missions globally, supporting scientific exploration, Earth observation and missions to combat climate change, national security, and exciting new technology demonstrations. Our Electron rocket has become the second most frequently launched U. S. rocket annually and has delivered more than 230 satellites to orbit, all while we work to develop Neutron, our upcoming medium-lift, reusable launch vehicle for larger constellation deployment. Our Space Systems business designs and builds our extensive line of satellites, payloads, and their components, including spacecraft that have been selected to support NASA missions to the Moon and Mars and components used on the James Webb Space Telescope. FINANCE Rocket Lab’s Finance team is responsible for all financial transactions for the company, operating as a well-oiled machine to maximize the value of our work. Our Finance team are made up of planners, analysts and accountants, and manage our policies, compliance, and reporting. They’re the ones who keep our financial operations in check, always thinking ahead and taking care to meet all of our financial, business, and government obligations. They’re attentive, diligent, and meticulous, and are mission-critical to Rocket Lab. ACCOUNTS PAYABLE SPECIALIST Based onsite at Rocket Lab’s Global headquarters in Long Beach, CA, the Accounts Payable Specialist will be responsible for assisting in processing payroll for employees and processing payments for vendors. WHAT YOU'LL GET TO DO: Full-cycle of Accounts Payable functions, three-way matching. Ensure proper coding of invoices, departmental approval and accurate entry into ERP system Work across functional

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