Accounts Payable Specialist — Aerospace FinOps & Equity

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 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.