ABOUT ROCKET LAB
Rocket Lab is the end-to-end space company building rockets, spacecraft, and critical subsystems that keep the world connected, protected, expand humanity’s reach to the Moon, Mars, and beyond. We move fast, build real hardware for meaningful missions, and make the impossible routine. Come shape the future with us.
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 functionally to solve any discrepancies that may arise
Review and process employees’ expense reports into ERP system
Maintain GRNI (good receipt, no invoice) report to ensure invoices are cleared in a timely manner. Resolve any unmatched items with Purchasing & Receiving
Assist with vendor onboarding process
Assist with month end close process
Data entry of invoices
Vendor payments
Problem resolution
Maintaining organization of all AP documents
Support Transactional Accounting Manager
Provide excellent customer service internally and externally
Support Accounting Operations Manager
Ad-hoc project
YOU'LL BRING THESE QUAIFICATIONS:
2+ years of experience and a High School Diploma
Experience with high volume and a fast-paced environment
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE:
Associates Degree in Accounting
Experience with ERP Systems SAP, Oracle, LN
Excellent communication skills, both verbally and written
Detail oriented, logical, and methodological approach to problem-solving
PC/MS Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) proficient
This position may require prolonged periods of sitting, standing, walking, computer work, and occasional exposure to moderate levels of noise, dust, and fumes in production areas.
Level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.
Base salary is just one component of our total rewards package at Rocket Lab. Our comprehensive benefits package includes our industry-leading Employee Stock Purchase Program (with a 15% discount on company stock), top-tier medical plans (HMO, PPO, and a zero cost HDHP option with a significant HSA company contribution), dental and vision coverage, paid vacation and sick time, 11 paid holidays, flexible spending and dependent care accounts, paid parental leave, disability and life insurance, and a 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
Additional perks include subsidized EV charging, onsite fitness centers (where available), discounted gym memberships, complimentary snacks and beverages, 50% employee discount on our popular merch store, and a variety of other employee discounts.
Eligibility for benefits may vary based on employment status, please check with your recruiter for a comprehensive list of the benefits available for this role. Benefit programs are subject to change at the company’s discretion.
Hourly Pay Range (CA Only)
$26.54 — $33.17 USD
WHAT TO EXPECT
We’re on a mission to unlock the potential of space to improve life on Earth, but that’s not an easy task. It takes hard work, determination, relentless…