What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounts Payable Specialist position at Momentus?
OUR COMPANY
As an early mover planning to offer key in-space transportation and infrastructure services, Momentus is at the forefront of the commercialization of space. With an experienced team of aerospace, propulsion, and robotics engineers, Momentus has developed a cost-effective and energy-efficient in-space transport system based on plasma water propulsion technology.
OUR PEOPLE
Daring problems require daring solutions. We boldly charge into uncharted territory knowing that no matter the outcome we will benefit from the journey and move closer to our goals no matter what. Our teams know that working at Momentus means more than building innovative technology, it means creating entirely new markets in the space economy. We are level-headed, business-minded strategic thinkers intent on providing immediate value to our customers today while simultaneously preparing for the vast possibilities of the future. If this sounds like you, we should talk.
JOB SUMMARY
We are seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to support the daily transactions and internal controls for the Financial Operations team. The ideal candidate should be accustomed to working in a fast-paced environment and enjoys working in a target driven environment and completing daily high-volume tasks.
Key Responsibilities:
- Review, enter, and process invoices while ensuring the accuracy of amounts and coding comply with organizational policies and procedures
- Own the payment process and ensure the timely payment of bills through check runs, wire transfer, ACH, and other forms of payment
- Manage vendor inquiries, review statements, resolve outstanding invoices
- Monitor the AP email inbox and respond to external and internal parties
- Collaborate with the Order Management team and engineers to resolve purchase order and/or invoice discrepancies
- Approve employee travel and expense reports and confirm requests have sufficient documentation
- Assist in various ad hoc reports and analysis
Required Skills and Experience
- Ability to work independently
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Knowledge of basic accounting principles
- Competent in verifying the accuracy of invoice details, calculations, and total charges
Desired Skills and Experience:
- Experience with an ERP system such as NetSuite, Workday, SAP Concur
- Intermediate level of experience with Excel and Outlook
Education & Work Experience:
- BS degree in Finance, Accounting, or a closely related discipline
- 1-3 years relevant experience
Salary and option compensation is commensurate with experience and training. This is a full-time position in San Jose, California. This position requires access to export-controlled commodities, technical data, technology, software, and services. U.S. citizenship, U.S. legal permanent resident status, or protected person status under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3) is required.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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