Payroll Accountant II

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 to 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.

Our Electron rockethas become the second most frequently launched U.S. rocket annually and has delivered more than 230 satellites to orbit all while we work to develop Neutron our upcoming medium-lift reusable launch vehicle for larger constellation deployment. Our Space Systems business designs and builds our extensive line of satellites payloads and their components including spacecraft that have been selected to support NASA missions to the Moon and Mars and components used on the James Webb Space Telescope.

FINANCE

Rocket Labs 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. Theyre 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. Theyre attentive diligent and meticulous and are mission-critical to Rocket Lab.

PAYROLL ACCOUNTANT II

Based onsite at Rocket Labs Albuquerque New Mexico facility the Payroll Accountant is responsible for processing and maintaining the company payroll records.

WHAT YOULL GET TO DO:

• Review and process payroll on a bi-weekly basis for salaried and hourly employees
• Validate and reconcile payroll data to ensure accurate payroll payments reporting and records.
• Assist with all employee contributions for (401K) HSA Employee Stock Purchase Plans (ESOP) and Stock Based Compensation including coordinating transmissions with third party providers.
• Process manual checks for terminations and adjustments as needed
• Reconciliation and resolution of discrepancies of relevant payroll benefits and tax general ledger accounts
• Coordinate with other departments (People & Culture IT Finance and Accounting) to gather relevant data
• Support month end close activities such as journal entry compilation reconciliation and reporting

YOULL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS:

• 2 years of payroll accounting experience and a bachelors degree or equivalent years of work experience (HS diploma and 6 years of work experience)
• Proficient in Excel and data analysis
• Payroll and reconciliation experience

THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE:

• Experience with stock or equity related compensation is preferred
• Attention to detail and deadline oriented
• Experience with Deltek CostPoint or similar ERP system
• Experience with ADP Workforce Now and ADP Workforce Manager

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to sit for extended periods and operate computer keyboard and office equipment
• Clear vision for reading documents viewing computer screens and distinguishing details at varying distances
• Ability to professionally communicate verbally and in writing with team members management and external stakeholders
• Mobility to move between buildings attend meetings and access different work areas
• Occasional exposure to manufacturing environments with moderate noise levels dust and fumes

WHAT TO EXPECT

Were on a mission to unlock the potential of space to improve life on Earth but thats not an easy task. It takes hard work determination relentless innovation teamwork grit and an unwavering commitment to achieving what others often deem impossible. Our people out-think out-work and out-pace. We pride ourselves on having each others backs checking our egos at the door and rolling up our sleeves on all tasks big and small. We thrive under pressure work to tight deadlines and our focus is always on how we can deliver rather than dwelling on the challenges that stand in the way.

Important information:

FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN US OFFICES ONLY:

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) Rocket Lab Employees must be a U.S. citizen lawful U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder) or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce as applicable. Learn more about ITAR here.

Rocket Lab provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment at Rocket Lab including recruiting hiring placement promotion termination layoff recall transfer leaves of absence compensation and training.

Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for the application/interview process for a job in the United States should contact Giulia Johnson at This dedicated resource is intended solely to assist job seekers with disabilities whose disability prevents them from being able to apply/interview. Only messages left for this purpose will be considered. A response to your request may take up to two business days.

FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN NEW ZEALAND OFFICES ONLY:

For security reasons background checks will be undertaken prior to any employment offers being made to an applicant. These checks will include nationality checks as it is a requirement of this position that you be eligible to access equipment and data regulated by the United States International Traffic in Arms Regulations.

Under these Regulations you may be ineligible for this role if you do not hold citizenship of Australia Japan New Zealand Switzerland the European Union or a country that is part of NATO or if you hold ineligible dual citizenship or nationality. For more information on these Regulations click here ITAR Regulations.