<div class="content-intro"><p><strong>ABOUT ROCKET LAB</strong></p> <p>Rocket Lab is the end-to-end space company building rockets, spacecraft, and critical subsystems that keep the world connected, protected, expand humanity’s reach to the Moon, Mars, and beyond. We move fast, build real hardware for meaningful missions, and make the impossible routine. Come shape the future with us.</p></div><div> <div> </div> </div> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">FINANCE</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto"> </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">Rocket Lab’s 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. They’re 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. They’re attentive, diligent, and meticulous, and are mission-critical to Rocket Lab.</span><span data-contrast="auto"> </span><span data-contrast="auto"> </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto"> ACCOUNTANT</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto"> </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">Based on-site at Rocket Lab’s global headquarters in Long Beach, CA, the Accounting Associate will be responsible for executing key accounting functions, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial records and the timely preparation of financial reports.</span><span data-contrast="auto"> </span><span data-contrast="auto"> The Accounting Associate plays a critical role in supporting the organization’s financial health. </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">WHAT YOU'LL GET TO DO:</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p> <ul> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Support month-end and year-end closing, by processing journal entries and ensuring compliance with GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles).</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Reconcile balance sheet accounts monthly.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Maintain the fixed asset register, ensuring accurate capitalization, depreciation and disposal entries.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Prepare and review trial balances and supporting schedules for financial reporting.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Monitor accounts payable and receivable processes to ensure timely payments and collections.</span><span data-contrast="auto"> </span><span data-contrast="auto"> Review aging reports and assist in resolving discrepancies or overdue accounts.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Analyze financial data for variance and flux reporting.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Support internal and external audits by preparing necessary documentation and responding to auditor inquiries.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Act as a resource for team members, answering questions and resolving complex accounting issues.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Coordinate with AR and other departmental functions to create sales orders entry </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="4" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="10" data-aria-level="1"><strong><span data-contrast="auto">YOU'LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS:</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto"> </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">2+ years of experience and a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent years of experience (5+ years total work experience).</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Working knowledge of GAAP.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Proficiency in accounting software (Such as: Infor Syteline, LN, CostPoint Deltek) and advanced Excel skills.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Proficient in Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint). </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li> </ul> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto"&g