Sr. Accountant

SR. ACCOUNTANT

The Senior Accountant, reporting to the Accounting Manager, is a critical member of the General Accounting team who will play an impactful role in the day-to-day accounting operations of SpaceX. The Senior Accountant will be responsible for recording fixed asset accounting transactions, and lease transactions, preparing various balance sheet reconciliations, and providing support for other ad-hoc requests. The ideal candidate will be an independent, creative, dynamic, collaborative problem solver.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversee the construction in progress (CIP), fixed asset, and prepaid accounting processes
• Assist in the development of global fixed asset accounting policies and procedures to satisfy US and foreign compliance requirements
• Work cross-functionally with multiple teams at SpaceX on internal processes and controls related to the disposal of fixed assets
• Optimize existing accounting operations (Microsoft Dynamics D365), internal systems, and software tools for efficient accounting and financial reporting
• Maintain monthly supporting schedules (depreciation, amortization, roll-forward schedules, etc.)
• Ensure monthly close is completed accurately and timely and by pre-established deadlines
• Be the main point of contact to assist the finance and tax teams with CIP/PPE ad-hoc requests
• Prepare other general ledger journal entries including balance sheet reconciliations with supporting documentation and identify and resolve variances
• Assist in the monthly reporting process, including participating in continuous process improvement efforts
• Provide support for financial statement audits as well as other various audits
• Provide support for other ad hoc analyses and projects as needed

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree 
• 4+ years of accounting experience

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
• CPA designation with public accounting experience
• Strong accounting knowledge and an understanding of US GAAP
• 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
• 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 weekend when needed to meet critical deadlines
• This position is based in Hawthorne, CA and requires being onsite - remote or hybrid work will not be considered

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

Pay range: 

Sr. Accountant: $110,000.00 - $145,000.00/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 & long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation & will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Exempt employees are eligible for 5 days of sick leave per year.