Accounts Payable Clerk

Are you passionate about shaping the future of humanity's presence in space? Lunar Outpost, an industry leader in space robotics and planetary vehicles, invites you to join our team! Lunar Outpost is dedicated to creating a permanent presence in space, while also driving positive impacts here on Earth. We are currently seeking an Accounts Payable Clerk to contribute to our mission in a dynamic startup environment. As an Accounts Payable Clerk, you will be responsible for ensuring the accurate and timely processing of vendor invoices and payments in accordance with external regulations and internal policies.

Take the #NextLeap with Lunar Outpost and work on the Lunar Terrain Vehicle (LTV), which will carry NASA astronauts farther than they've ever been before on the lunar surface!

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the intake and processing of invoices and payment requests from external vendors
• Verify invoice coding, purchase order mapping, and required approvals
• Perform three-way matching of vendor invoices, purchase orders, and receiving reports
• Submit payments for final review and approval by the Accountant
• Collaborate with the Purchasing team to onboard new vendors
• Ensure vendor documentation (including W9, 1099) is up to date
• Support receiving and inventory intake activities
• Ensure accurate application of sales and use tax, including exemptions
  
  

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field or 3 years of experience in a similar role
• Highly organized with a strong attention to detail
• Experience with the Microsoft Office Suite (including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word)
• Self-motivated, focused, and driven to meet critical deadlines
• Excellent organization and time management skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Understanding of GAPP-compliant accrual accounting practices
• Working knowledge of ERP/accounting systems
• Familiarity with federal contractor purchasing
• Experience working with QuickBooks Online (QBO)
  
  

Any offer of employment for this position is conditional upon Lunar Outpost receiving the LTVS Phase II contract from NASA. If the contract is not awarded to Lunar Outpost, this offer will be considered null and void, without further obligation to Lunar Outpost.

Lunar Outpost is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against protected characteristics (gender, age, sexual orientation, race, nationality, ethnicity, religion, disability, veteran status). We want all employees (including executives and HR) to treat others with respect and professionalism.