Accounts Payable Lead

Rocket Lab Rocket Lab is a vertically integrated provider of small launch services, satellites, and spacecraft components. Our mission is to open access to space to improve life on Earth. Our team is over 1,500 people strong and we’re adding to it every week. Collaboration is at our core – every idea is heard, and everyone makes a difference. Teams are nimble, decisions are made quickly, and we are action oriented. Life at Rocket Lab SUMMARY OF POSITION Rocket Lab is currently seeking an Accounts Payable Lead at our Long Beach, CA location to support T&E and PCard, data entry of invoices, vendor payments, problem resolution, maintaining organization of all AP documents, and support Manager of Accounting Operations. What you'll get to do:  Set high standards for AP Team on AP processing and customer service Manage supplier and internal communications Full-cycle of Accounts Payable functions, three-way matching, maintain AP Inbox Ensure proper coding of invoices, departmental approval and accurate entry into ERP system Be the back-up to Manager of Accounting Operations for payment initiations on bank portal Work across functionally to solve any discrepancies that may arise Maintain GRNI (good receipt, no invoice) report to ensure invoices are cleared in a timely manner. Resolve any unmatched items with Purchasing & Receiving Support SOX and financial audits Perform day to day administrative duties of the Concur System Review, correct and approve T&E and PCard reports on Concur Review and process employee expense reports into ERP system Assist with month end close process Assist with vendor onboarding process Ad-hoc project You'll bring these qualification:  High School Diploma/GED 5+ years of experience with high volume and fast-pace environment 5 + years of experience with ERP Systems SAP, Oracle, LN Infor preferred 5+ years of experience with Concur or similar credit card platform Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite This position must meet Export Control Compliance requirements, therefore a "US Person" as defined by 22. C.F.R. is required These qualifications would be nice to have:  Associates Degree in Accounting strongly preferred 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. WORKING CONDITIONS Working conditions described here are representative of those that may be experienced by an employee on a daily basis while performing the functions of this job. Typically sits for extended periods at a computer workstation Work with safe manufacturing processes and understand that eyewear is mandatory in the manufacturing area. Knows that safety shoes are recommended in the manufacturing area PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be able to sit for long periods Must be able to frequently walk & stand for short periods of time Must be able to lift and move up to 25 pounds ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:  Ability to travel and communicate outside of work hours Must be able to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed   The expected salary range for the position is displayed in accordance with the California Equal Pay for Equal Work Act. Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience.  In addition to base salary, Rocket Lab offers a comprehensive total compensation package based on individual qualifications and experience, which may include cash or equity incentives. Employees will also be eligible for medical, dental, vision coverage, 401(k) retirement plan options, and to purchase discounted stock through Rocket Lab's Employee Stock Purchase Program. Base Pay Range (CA Only) $87,000 — $101,000 USD Important information: FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN US OFFICES ONLY: To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Rocket Lab Employees must be a U.S. citizen, lawful U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce, as applicable. Learn more about ITAR here . Rocket Lab provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment at Rocket Lab, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for the application/interview process for a job in the United States should contact Giulia Biow at g.biow@rocketlabusa.com. This dedicated resource is intended solely to assist job seekers with disabilities whose disability prevents them from being able to apply/interview. Only messages left for this purpose will be considered. A response to your request may take up to two business days.   FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN NEW ZEALAND OFFICES ONLY: For security reasons background checks will be undertaken prior to any employment offers being made to an applicant.  These checks will include nationality checks as it is a requirement of this position that you be eligible to access equipment and data regulated by the United States' International Traffic in Arms Regulations.  Under these Regulations, you may be ineligible for this role if you do not hold citizenship of Australia, Japan, New Zealand, Switzerland, the European Union or a country that is part of NATO, or if you hold ineligible dual citizenship or nationality.  For more information on these Regulations, click here  ITAR Regulations.