Accounting Manager

K2 Space is building large, high-powered spacecraft for the next generation of space development. Backed by Lightspeed Venture Partners, Altimeter Capital, and many others ($200M raised to date), we intend to mass produce the highest-powered satellite platforms ever built for missions across LEO to Deep Space.

The rise of launch vehicles like Falcon 9 and Starship enables the move from an era of mass constraint to one of mass abundance. We believe this new era requires spacecraft with a fundamentally different design in order to fully utilize the massive rockets coming to market.

We’re a team that believes the future lies in building large, high-powered satellites that can handle multiple orbits. This is a necessity if we ever want to develop the solar system, and become a Kardashev Type II (K2) civilization.

If you are a motivated individual who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and you’re excited about contributing to the success of a groundbreaking Series B space startup, we’d love for you to apply.

The Accounting Manager oversees the month‑end close process and other business processes such as procure‑to‑pay, fixed assets, inventory, and revenue & receivables. This role involves working with team members across the organization, establishing controls throughout business processes, maintaining compliance with company policies and financial regulations, and identifying opportunities to further enhance business processes. The ideal candidate is detail‑oriented, self‑starter, and skilled in leadership and process improvement.

This role will report to the Assistant Controller.

• Lead the month‑end close process to ensure complete, accurate, and timely reporting and accelerate the month‑end close timeline.
• Oversee the daily accounting operations across procure‑to‑pay, fixed assets, inventory, and revenue & receivables processes.
• Review general ledger coding for invoices, PO’s, and other time‑tracking mechanisms to ensure appropriate classification and accounting of daily transactions.
• Prepare and review journal entries and account reconciliations, identifying trends and discrepancies and ensuring retention of supporting documentation.
• Collaborate with other departments (operations, supply chain, engineering, production, etc.) to identify improvements in cost‑tracking processes and develop costing methodologies.
• Establish internal controls throughout business processes and ensure adherence to company policies, including identifying improvements to existing company policies.
• Improve the company’s existing financial systems across business processes to ensure they scale as the company continues to grow.
• Support various ad‑hoc finance and other accounting activities as needed.
• Research, document, and review technical accounting memos as needed.
• Liaise with external auditors and tax preparers as part of annual financial statement audit and other tax compliance filings.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business.
• 6+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience.
• Experience in a start‑up or manufacturing environment strongly preferred.
• Proficiency with accounting software (e.g., Net Suite or similar, Ramp, , Carta).
• Strong understanding of US GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls.
• Hands‑on and detail‑oriented, with willingness to handle transactional tasks as well as strategic projects.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

• Prior experience in aerospace, satellite, manufacturing, telecommunications, or defense industries.
• Start‑up or fast‑paced environment experience.
• Cost accounting experience.
• Active CPA license.

• Base salary range for this role is $110,000 – $155,000 and equity in the company.
• Salary will be based on several factors including, but not limited to: knowledge and skills, education, and experience level.
• Comprehensive benefits package including unlimited paid time off, medical/dental/vision coverage, life insurance, paid parental leave, and many other perks.

K2 Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with K2 Space is governed on the basis of merit, competence and…