Manager, Accounts Payable

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.

MANAGER, ACCOUNTS PAYABLE 

As the company expands its international footprint and provides Starlink (our revolutionary satellite low-latency broadband internet) across the globe, we are seeking a driven and experienced Accounts Payable Manager to lead the growing Accounts Payable function. Reporting to the Accounting Manager, the Accounts Payable Manager is a critical member of the Accounting team who leads the global accounts payable function and plays an impactful and hands-on role in the day-to-day accounting and procure-to-pay operations of SpaceX. The ideal candidate will be an independent, creative, detail-oriented, collaborative problem solver, and leader who is comfortable in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage, hire, train, and motivate the 10+ individuals who comprise the accounts payable organization
• Oversee all aspects of the global accounts payable function including vendor relations, vendor master file maintenance, invoice processing, disbursements, and vendor reconciliations
• Participate in the monthly accounting close process to ensure timely and accurate reporting of financial information for SpaceX and its subsidiaries, including the preparation of accounts payable accruals
• Manage and reconcile the AP-related general ledger accounts (e.g. trade AP, accrued receipts) and identify and resolve variances
• Establish and implement accounts payable metrics/KPIs to track and improve the efficiency and effectiveness of our accounts payable processes and functions
• Review aging of vendor accounts and resolve vendor issues, including issues that AP Specialists are experiencing with various stakeholders across the SpaceX organization
• Maintain positive vendor relationships
• Support financial statement audits by preparing audit documentation and working with external financial statement audit teams
• Lead automation efforts about Accounts Payable invoice processing and payment of domestic and international invoices
• Develop and maintain AP internal controls and policies, and build scalable processes/workflows that can be applied across an expanding international company
• Work cross-functionally with multiple teams at SpaceX on internal processes and controls related to the processing of vendor invoices
• Support ad hoc Accounts Payable and financial data analysis and other ad hoc requests, as needed

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree
• 7+ years of professional experience in accounts payable and/or general accounting
• 2+ years of managerial experience overseeing employees

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
• Prior experience leading an accounts payable organization
• CPA designation
• Strong accounts payable and accounting knowledge and an understanding of US GAAP
• Strong process and control orientation, with experience in implementing process improvements in high-volume processing environments
• Positive attitude and ability to be flexible to changing priorities, especially in month/quarter/year-end close
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office, Excel, and Word
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 and SQL
• Experience with international and foreign currency invoices
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact at all levels of the organization
• Demonstrate strong organizational skills, initiative, and the ability to be a self-starter

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: 

• Willingness to work long hours and weekends when needed to meet critical deadlines
• This position is based in Hawthorne, CA, and requires being onsite - remote work is not considered

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:                 

Pay Range:    

Accounts Payable Manager: $115,000.00 - $150,000.00/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 discoun