Senior Accountant

Senior Accountant

About Rocket Lab

Rocket Lab is an end-to-end space company delivering responsive launch services, complete spacecraft design and manufacturing, payloads, satellite components, and more all with the goal of opening access space. The rockets and satellites we build, and launch enable some of the most ambitious and vital space missions globally, supporting scientific exploration, Earth observation and missions to combat climate change, national security, and exciting new technology demonstrations.

Finance

Rocket Lab's Finance team is responsible for all financial transactions for the company, operating as a well-oiled machine to maximize the value of our work. Our Finance team are made up of planners, analysts and accountants, and manage our policies, compliance, and reporting. They're the ones who keep our financial operations in check, always thinking ahead and taking care to meet all of our financial, business, and government obligations. They're attentive, diligent, and meticulous, and are mission-critical to Rocket Lab.

Senior Accountant

Based on-site at Rocket Lab's Albuquerque, NM office, the Senior Accountant will be responsible for overseeing and managing key accounting functions, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial records and the timely preparation of financial reports. The Senior Accountant plays a critical role in supporting the organization's financial health.

What You'll Get To Do :

• Manage month-end and year end closing, by processing journal entries as needed, ensuring compliance with GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles).
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts monthly.
• Maintain the fixed asset register, ensuring accurate capitalization, depreciation and disposal entries.
• Prepare and review trial balances and supporting schedules for financial reporting.
• Monitor accounts payable and receivable processes to ensure timely payments and collections. Review aging reports and assist in resolving discrepancies or overdue accounts.
• Analyze financial data for variance and flux reporting.
• Assist with monthly cash forecast.
• Support internal and external audits by preparing necessary documentation and responding to auditor inquiries.
• Act as a resource for team members, answering questions and resolving complex accounting issues.
• Other duties as assigned.

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