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Sr. Accountant (LATAM)

SpaceX logoSpaceX$115,000–$150,000/yrHawthorne, CAPosted 3mo ago
  • US citizenship
  • ITAR / US person

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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. ## RESPONSIBILITIES - Support Latin America operations in multinational environments - Participate in the accounting close process to ensure timely and accurate reporting of all monthly accounting financial information for Starlink subsidiaries - Prepare journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, accruals, reserves, intercompany transactions, and foreign currency conversions as required to support Starlink - Partner with local service providers as needed to review and coordinate international statutory filings, including bridging statutory financial and tax books to U.S.

GAAP, meet international regulatory and tax compliance needs, including VAT/GST and maintaining proper documentation for local country tax refunds/credits - Skilled in managing complex accounting reconciliation processes and delivering accurate financial information under tight deadlines in fast-paced environments - Experience dealing with tax compliance, transfer pricing documentation, and e-invoicing processes across multiple jurisdictions in LATAM - Support efforts to improve processes and reporting, including standardization efforts - Prepare schedules and supporting documentation related to external audit requirements, and interact with external auditors as required - Participate in special projects as requested ## BASIC QUALIFICATIONS - Bilingual in Spanish and English - Bachelor’s degree - 4+ years of accounting experience ## PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE - Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business, or other business discipline - Big 4 accounting firm or multinational corporate experience - Proficient computer skills, including Excel - Experience with US GAAP and international accounting standards (IFRS or other local accounting standards), and multiple currency environments - Experience with MS Dynamics 365 or other ERP accounting systems - Ability to analyze a high volume of transactions and data; SQL experience is a plus - Demonstrated strengths in organizational, attention-to-detail, follow-through, reasoning, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills - Strong analytical skills with the ability to seek underlying assumptions through probing, questioning, and listening - Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills including the ability to listen attentively and communicate information clearly and effectively - Demonstrated time management skills and ability to work independently, handle multiple priorities concurrently with shifting time frames, and meet deadlines, self-starter with a high degree of initiative, urgency, and follow-through - Demonstrated ability to work in a team, facilitate effective team interactions, and foster a positive work environment; willingness to assist teammates to achieve departmental goal ## ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: - Willingness to work long hours and weekends when needed to meet critical deadlines - This position is based in Hawthorne, CA, and requires being onsite - remote and hybrid work is not considered ## COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS Sr.

Accountant: $115,000.00 - $150,000.00/per year 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, stock options, 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 .

From SpaceX's job posting, checked 7 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.

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