Sr. Accountant, AI Operations

Sr. Accountant, AI Operations

Play a key role in the finance organization by providing front-line ownership of the accounts receivable and collections lifecycle. This is a full-scope, customer-first role serving as the first point of contact for all AR and collections inquiries. You will own aging management, outreach, dispute resolution, payment coordination, and account reconciliation while partnering cross-functionally to collect what is owed and preserve customer relationships. The ideal candidate treats every interaction as a customer service moment, follows established processes, flags issues, and takes initiative to improve them.

Own the full AR/collections lifecycle: aging management, outreach, follow-up, dispute resolution, payment application coordination, and account reconciliation

Execute collections activities in strict adherence to established SOPs for collecting, suspending services, and escalations

Manage dunning workflows and proactively engage customers on past-due balances

Monitor and drive down DSO, reduce aged balances, and maintain a clean AR ledger

Serve as the first line of response for all AR/collections inquiries across email and ticketing platforms, treating every interaction with professionalism and urgency

Investigate and resolve inquiries independently; escalate only when genuinely required

De-escalate billing disputes and payment issues with a solutions-oriented, empathetic approach

Maintain thorough documentation of all customer interactions, disputes, and resolutions

Partner closely with Billing, Deal Desk, Revenue Accounting, Sales, Customer Success, and Legal to resolve complex account issues

Provide AR/collections context and data to support monthly and quarterly close

Communicate proactively on accounts approaching escalation or suspension thresholds

Surface patterns and systemic issues to leadership with proposed fixes

Bachelor's degree

4+ years of experience in accounting

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business, or other business discipline

4+ years of experience in Accounts Receivable, Collections, or Order-to-Cash operations

CPA license or equivalent

Proven track record of managing a portfolio of accounts through the full collections cycle

Hands-on experience working across multiple platforms

Demonstrated ability to follow established SOPs while exercising sound judgment

Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills

Strong customer service orientation

Strong analytical skills (AR aging data, account reconciliation, trend identification)

Must be willing to work overtime and/or weekends as needed

This position is based in Palo Alto, CA, and requires being onsite full-time hybrid and remote work will not be considered

Pay Range: Level 3: $130,000.00 - $190,000.00

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 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.

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.

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