Accounts Payable Clerk

K2 Space Corporation; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Life insurance

Paid parental leave

Paid time off

Job summary

K2 Space Corporation is seeking an Accounts Payable Clerk to oversee high-volume vendor invoices, ensure timely payments, and maintain strong vendor relationships. The role supports month-end close, reconciliations, and compliance with GAAP and tax regulations, while driving AP process improvements.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years in AP, proficiency with ERP systems and AP tools, and strong Excel skills to enable accurate financial processing.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of accounts payable experience with demonstrated expertise in AP processes and 3-way matching.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and AP software tools.
• Strong Microsoft Excel and Office applications.
• Knowledge of GAAP and basic tax regulations preferred.
• Experience with process improvement or AP automation is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Process high-volume vendor invoices, including verification, coding, and obtaining necessary approvals.
• Assist in the preparation and execution of payment runs (checks, ACH, wire transfers) to ensure timely vendor payments.
• Reconcile vendor statements, resolve discrepancies, and maintain positive vendor relationships.
• Assist in maintaining the vendor master file, ensuring data accuracy and compliance with tax requirements (e.g., W-9s, 1099s).
• Review and monitor AP 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.
• Assist in AP aging reports and other financial reports for management review.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and assist in 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.
• Help escalate complex AP issues and assist the Head of Finance and Accounting and Assistant Controller as needed.

Skills

AP processing

Vendor relations

Excel

Internal controls

GAAP knowledge

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

NetSuite

MS Dynamics

QuickBooks

Bill.com

Ramp

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.

The Role

The Accounts Payable Clerk oversees the accounts payable function, ensuring accurate and timely processing of vendor invoices, payments, and expense reimbursements. This role involves working with team members across the organization, maintaining compliance with company policies and financial regulations, and optimizing AP 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.
• Assist in the preparation and execution of payment runs (e.g., checks, ACH, wire transfers) to ensure timely vendor payments.
• Reconcile vendor statements, resolve discrepancies, and maintain positive vendor relationships.
• Assist in maintaining the vendor master file, ensuring data accuracy and compliance with tax requirements (e.g., W-9s, 1099s).
• Review and monitor AP 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.
• Assist in AP aging reports and other financial reports for management review.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and assist in 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.
• Help escalation complex AP issues and assist the Head of Finance and Accounting and Assistant Controller as needed.

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.
• 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 - $30 per hour and equity in the company
• Salary will be based on several factors including, but not limited to: 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 other perks

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

Export Compliance

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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.

Equal Opportunity

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.