Accounts Payable Clerk

Telemetry Today LLC; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity in the company

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid time off

Job summary

K2 Space in Los Angeles, CA, is seeking an Accounts Payable Clerk to oversee the accounts payable function, ensuring accurate and timely processing of vendor invoices, payments, and reimbursements. This role collaborates across teams, maintains compliance, and optimizes AP processes.

The ideal candidate will have 2+ years AP experience, an accounting degree, and proficiency with NetSuite, MS Dynamics, QuickBooks, Bill.com or Ramp, and Excel. Space industry experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 2+ years of accounts payable experience, with demonstrated expertise in AP processes and 3-way matching.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, MS Dynamics, QuickBooks) and AP software tools (e.g., Bill.com, Ramp).
• Strong skills in Microsoft Excel and other Office applications.
• Knowledge of GAAP and basic tax regulations (e.g., 1099 reporting) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process high-volume vendor invoices, including verification, coding, and approvals.
• Assist in the preparation and execution of payment runs (checks, ACH, wire transfers) to ensure timely vendor payments.
• Assist in maintaining the vendor master file, ensuring data accuracy and compliance with tax requirements (W-9s, 1099s).
• Review and monitor AP transactions to ensure internal controls and policy compliance.
• Support month-end and year-end close processes, including reconciliations and accruals.
• Assist in AP aging reports and other financial reports for management.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and assist in AP automation or system enhancements.
• Collaborate with procurement, receiving, and other departments to resolve invoice and PO discrepancies.
• Provide documentation and support during internal and external audits.
• Escalate complex AP issues and assist Head of Finance as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Time management

Training staff

Education

Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in Accounting

Tools

NetSuite

MS Dynamics

QuickBooks

Bill.com

Ramp

Excel

Job description

K2 is building the largest and highest-power satellites ever flown, unlocking performance levels previously out of reach across every orbit. Backed by over $1 billion in total funding from leading investors including Altimeter Capital, ICONIQ, Kleiner Perkins, Lightspeed Venture Partners, Redpoint Ventures, and T. Rowe Price — and with over $1 billion in signed contracts across commercial and US government customers, we're mass-producing the highest-power satellite platforms ever built for missions from LEO to deep space.

The rise of heavy-lift launch vehicles is shifting the industry from an era of mass constraint to one of mass abundance, and we believe this new era demands a fundamentally different class of spacecraft. Engineered to survive the harshest radiation environments and to fully capitalize on today's and tomorrow's massive rockets, K2 satellites deliver unmatched capability at constellation scale and across multiple orbits.

With multiple launches in 2027 and plans to scale to 100 satellites a year, we're Building Bigger — helping develop the solar system and build toward a Kardashev Type II (K2) civilization. If you are a motivated individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and you're excited about contributing to the success of a high-growth Series D-funded company, we'd love for you to apply.

The Role

The Accounts PayableClerkoversees theaccountspayable function, ensuringaccurateandtimelyprocessing of vendor invoices, payments, and expense reimbursements. This role involvesworking with team members across the organization,maintainingcompliance with company policies and financial regulations, andoptimizingAP processes for efficiency. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, experienced in accounts payable operations, and skilled in leadership and process improvement.

R esponsibilities

• Process high-volume vendor invoices, including verification, coding, and obtaining necessary approvals.
• Assistinthe preparation and execution of payment runs (e.g., checks, ACH, wire transfers) to ensuretimelyvendor payments.
• Assistinmaintainingthe vendor master file, ensuring data accuracy and compliance with tax requirements (e.g., W-9s, 1099s).
• Review andmonitorAP transactions to ensure adherence to internal controls, company policies, and regulatory standards.
• Support month-end and year-end close processes, including account reconciliations and accrual preparation.
• AssistinAP aging reports and other financial reports for management review.
• Identifyopportunities for process improvements andassistin implementing AP automation or system enhancements.
• Collaborate with procurement, receiving, and other departments to resolve invoice and purchase order discrepancies.
• Provide documentation and support during internal and external audits.
• Helpescalatecomplex AP issues andassisttheHead of Finance and Accountingand Assistant Controlleras needed.

Qualifications

• Associate’s orBachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 2+ years of accounts payable experience, withdemonstratedexpertisein AP processesand 3-way matching.
• Proficiencyin ERP systems (e.g.,NetSuite, MS Dynamics, QuickBooks) and AP software tools(e.g., Bill.com, Ramp).
• Strong skills in Microsoft Excel and other Office applications.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and financial processing.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks in a high-volume environment.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to train staff and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Knowledge of GAAP and basic tax regulations (e.g., 1099 reporting) preferred.
• Experience with process improvement or AP automation is a plus.

Nice to Have

• Space industry or aerospace experience

Compensation and Benefits:

• Base salary range for this role is$25- $30per hourand equity in the company
• Salary will be based on several factors including, but not limitedto:knowledge and skills, education, and experience level
• Comprehensive benefits package including paid time off, medical/dental/vision coverage, life insurance, paid parental leave, and many otherperks

If you need a reasonable accommodation as part of your application for employment or interviews with us, please let us know.

Export Compliance

As defined in the ITAR, "U.S. Persons" include U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents (i.e., Green Card holders), and certain protected individuals (e.g., refugees/asylees, American Samoans). Please consult with a knowledgeable advisor if you are unsure whether you are a "U.S. Person".

The person hired for this role will have access to information and items controlled by U.S. export control regulations, including the export control regulations outlined in the International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR). The person hired for this role must therefore either be a "U.S. person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 or otherwise eligible for a federally issued export control license.

K2 Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with K2 Space 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.