Accountant, AI Operations

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 ofenabling human life on Mars.

ACCOUNTANT AI OPERATIONS

Play a key role in the finance organization by providing transactional and operational support to the accounts receivable and collections function. You will partner cross-functionally to help collect what is owed and preserve customer relationships. The ideal candidate treats every interaction as a customer service moment follows established processes flags issues and takes initiative to learn and improve.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support the full AR/collections lifecycle: aging management outreach follow-up dispute resolution payment application coordination and account reconciliation
• Execute collections activities in adherence to established SOPs for collecting suspending services and escalations
• Assist with dunning workflows and customer engagement on past-due balances
• Help monitor DSO aged balances and maintain a clean AR ledger
• Serve as a first line of response for AR/collections inquiries across email and ticketing platforms treating every interaction with professionalism and urgency
• Investigate and resolve inquiries independently when possible; escalate when required
• Support de-escalation of billing disputes and payment issues with a solutions-oriented empathetic approach
• Maintain thorough documentation of customer interactions disputes and resolutions
• Partner with Billing Deal Desk Revenue Accounting Sales Customer Success and Legal to help resolve account issues
• Provide AR/collections data and support for monthly and quarterly close
• Communicate on accounts approaching escalation or suspension thresholds
• Surface patterns and issues to leadership

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors degree
• 1 years of experience in accounting (internship experience qualifies)

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelors degree in accounting finance business or other business discipline
• 1 years of experience in Accounts Receivable Collections accounting or finance (internship experience qualifies)
• CPA license or equivalent
• Hands-on experience or familiarity with AR/ERP platforms (NetSuite Salesforce or similar)
• Ability to follow established SOPs while exercising sound judgment
• Familiarity with ticketing/support platforms
• Excellent written verbal and interpersonal communication skills
• Experience in a high-volume or fast-paced environment
• Strong customer service orientation

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be willing to work long hours or weekends as needed
• This position is based in Palo Alto CA and requires being onsite full-time hybrid and remote work will not be considered

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay Range:
Level 1: $95000.00 - $130000.00
Level 2: $110000.00 - $155000.00

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.

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