Accounting Clerk I

Rocket Lab; Long Beach (CA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Rocket Lab is seeking an Accounting Clerk I in Long Beach to support the accounting department. This full-time position focuses on processing travel and expense reports and requires strong attention to detail and compliance with company policy. Candidates with a relevant degree and experience in accounting are preferred.

Benefits

100% medical, dental, and vision coverage

Flexible paid time off

Paid parental leave

Short and long-term disability insurance

Life insurance

Access to 401(k) retirement plan

Free snacks and meals

ClassPass credits

Personalized mental healthcare

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in accounting or finance, focusing on T&E or accounts payable.
• Preferred experience with expense management systems and strong attention to detail.
• Willingness to work evenings and/or weekends.

Responsibilities

• Review and process employee travel and expense reports for accuracy.
• Verify receipts and supporting documentation for expense submissions.
• Assist in reconciling corporate credit card statements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Customer service

Education

High school diploma

Associate's or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

NetSuite

Ramp

Job description

At Vast, our mission is to contribute to a future where billions of people are living and thriving in space. We are building artificial gravity space stations, allowing long-term stays in space without the adverse effects of zero-gravity. Our initial crewed space habitat will be Haven-1, scheduled to be the world’s first commercial space station when it launches into low earth orbit in May 2026. Our team is all-in, committed to executing our mission safely and on time. If you want to work with the most talented people on Earth furthering space exploration for humanity, come join us.

Vast is looking for a(n) Accounting Clerk I, reporting to the Assistant Controller, to support the development of the systems that will be required for the design and build of artificial-gravity human-rated space stations.

This will be a full-time, non-exempt position located in our Long Beach location.

Responsibilities:

• Review and process employee travel and expense (T&E) reports for accuracy and compliance with company policy.
• Verify receipts and supporting documentation for all expense submissions.
• Identify and resolve discrepancies or issues in T&E reports.
• Enter T&E data into the accounting system or expense management platform (e.g., NetSuite, Ramp).
• Ensure timely reimbursement to employees.
• Communicate with employees regarding policy clarifications, missing documentation, or corrections needed.
• Assist in reconciling corporate credit card statements and T&E accounts.
• Maintain organized records for auditing and reporting purposes.
• Support month-end and year-end close processes as related to T&E accounts.
• Accurately code company expenses utilizing the chart of accounts and account segmentation.
• Assist with audits by providing necessary documentation and explanations.
• Suggest improvements to streamline the T&E process.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent; Associate's or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance preferred.
• 1–3 years of experience in accounting or finance, with a focus on T&E or accounts payable.

Preferred Skills & Experience:

• Experience with T&E within an aerospace industry.
• Familiarity with expense management systems. (e.g., NetSuite, Ramp)
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of GAAP and internal controls related to T&E.

Additional Requirements:

• Willingness to work evenings and/or weekends to support critical mission milestones.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs unassisted.

Salary Range: California

$25—$30 USD

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Base salary will vary depending on job-related knowledge, education, skills, experience, business needs, and market demand. Salary is just one component of our comprehensive compensation package. Full-time employees also receive company equity, as well as access to a full suite of compelling benefits and perks, including: 100% medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents, flexible paid time off for exempt staff and up to 10 days of vacation for non-exempt staff, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, One Medical membership, ClassPass credits, personalized mental healthcare through Spring Health, and other discounts and perks.We also take pride in offering exceptional food perks, with snacks, drip coffee, cold drinks, and dinner meals remaining free of charge, and lunch subsidized as part of Vast’s ongoing commitment to providing high-quality meals for employees.

U.S. EXPORT CONTROL COMPLIANCE STATUS

The person hired will have access to information and items subject to U.S. export controls, and therefore, must either be a “U.S. person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.62 or otherwise eligible for deemed export licensing. This status includes U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents (green card holders), and asylees and refugees with such status granted, not pending.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

Vast is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Vast 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.