Accountant, Launch

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

ACCOUNTANT, LAUNCH

The Accountant is a critical member of the Accounting team who will play an impactful role in the day-to-day accounting operations of SpaceX. This role focuses on tracking, analyzing, and optimizing costs associated with the production, inventory, and utilization of flight components. You will ensure accurate costing for Falcon, Dragon and Raptor components, engaging with various teams such as Supply Chain, Finance and Materials Management. The ideal candidate will be an independent, creative, dynamic, collaborative problem solver.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversee inventory costing and reconciliation for Launch raw materials, sub-assemblies and finished products


• Conduct obsolescence reviews and perform reserve calculations to ensure accurate financial reporting


• Prepare journal entries, reconciliations, and materials for internal and external reporting on a monthly and quarterly basis


• Provide support for annual financial statement audits and ad hoc analyses


• Support the GL financial close process and related activities to ensure complete and accurate financials in accordance with U.S. GAAP


• Work cross-functionally to gain an in-depth understanding of Company operations and business results within assigned areas


• Execute and maintain high quality work to ensure accuracy and completeness of the Company’s financial statements


• Support efforts to improve processes and reporting, including standardization and automation efforts


• Perform ad hoc duties and analysis as assigned by management

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree


• 2+ years of professional experience in accounting or finance

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business, or other business discipline


• Prior experience in Microsoft Excel, SQL, D365 and Power BI


• Excellent technical, analytical, and communication skills, both written and verbal


• CPA license or equivalent


• Experience in accounting for aerospace or technology companies


• Strong analytical skills with the ability to seek underlying assumptions through probing, questioning, and listening

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Willingness to work long hours when needed to meet critical deadlines


• This position is based in Hawthorne, CA, and requires being onsite - remote/hybrid will not be considered

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay range: 
Accountant: $80,000.00 - $115,000.00/per year

Your actual 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 part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law.

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.  

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to [email protected].