Accounts Payable Specialist
SpaceX
Hawthorne, CA · Posted October 20, 2026
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About the job
SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE SPECIALIST
The Accounts Payable Specialist is a key member of the finance organization, providing transactional support to the Accounts Payable department. This position involves high-volume processing of expense reports and invoices.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Meet transaction targets in a high-volume accounts payable department
• Process and match invoices to purchase orders and resolve any discrepancies
• Review invoices for appropriate documentation and approval prior to payment
• Respond to questions from vendors and internal departments in a timely manner
• Reconcile vendor statements, research, and correct discrepancies
• Provide support to the department by processing expense reports, maintaining Excel reports, importing, and exporting databases and files
• Payment coordination on a weekly basis
• Maintain files and documentation thoroughly and accurately, in accordance with company policy and accepted accounting practices
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
• Bachelor’s degree
• 1+ years of accounts payable, finance, or operations experience (internship experience qualifies)
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
• Strong motivation for automation and process improvement
• General knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
• Experience with Excel and MS Dynamics 365 or other ERP accounting systems
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Experience with SQL
• Ability to work independently and with a team in a fast-paced and high-volume environment with emphasis on accuracy and timeliness
• Strong organizational and time management skills
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
• Must be willing to work overtime and/or weekends as needed
• This position is based in Hawthorne, CA (Los Angeles area), and requires being onsite full-time - hybrid and remote work will not be considered
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
Pay Range: Level 1: $30.00 - $34.00 Level 2: $33.00 - $38.00
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 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 and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law.
ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.
SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX 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.
Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com.