Payroll Accountant II

About The Role

Rocket Lab is an end-to-end space company delivering responsive launch services, complete spacecraft design and manufacturing, payloads, satellite components, and more – all with the goal of opening access to space. The rockets and satellites we build and launch enable some of the most ambitious and vital space missions globally, supporting scientific exploration, Earth observation, and missions to combat climate change, national security, and exciting new technology demonstrations.

The 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.

PAYROLL ACCOUNTANT II

Based onsite at Rocket Lab's Albuquerque, New Mexico facility, the Payroll Accountant is responsible for processing and maintaining the company payroll records. Key responsibilities include:

• Review and process payroll on a bi-weekly basis for salaried and hourly employees
• Validate and reconcile payroll data to ensure accurate payroll payments, reporting, and records
• Aid in all employee contributions for (401K), HSA, Employee Stock Purchase Plans (ESOP), and Stock Based Compensation, including coordinating transmissions with third-party providers
• Process manual checks for terminations and adjustments as needed
• Reconciliation and resolution of discrepancies of relevant payroll, benefits, and tax general ledger accounts
• Congnorate with other departments (People & Culture, IT, Finance and Accounting) to gather relevant data
• Support month end close activities such as journal entry compilation, reconciliation, and reporting

You’ll Bring These Qualifications:

• 2+ years of payroll accounting experience and a bachelor's degree or equivalent years of work experience (HS diploma and 6+ years of work experience)
• Proficient in Excel and data analysis
• Payroll and reconciliation experience
• U.S. citizenship is required, due to program requirements

These Qualifications Would Be Nice To Have:

• Experience with stock or equity related compensation
• Attention to detail and deadline-oriented
• Experience with Deltek CostPoint or similar ERP system
• Experience with ADP Workforce Now and ADP Workforce Manager

This position may require prolonged periods of sitting, standing, walking, computer work, and occasional exposure to moderate levels of noise, dust, and fumes in production areas.