Staff Accountant
Englewood, Colorado
Accounting /
Full-time (Regular) /
Hybrid
At ispace U.S., we’re not just going to the Moon—we’re redefining how we get there. Our missions push the boundaries of human and robotic exploration, driven by our belief: “Expand our Planet. Expand our Future.” By providing cost-effective lunar transportation, we are pioneering a future where space is within reach for scientific discovery, commercial ventures, and sustainable exploration.
With locations in Japan, Luxembourg, and the United States, ispace is rapidly growing and leading the way in lunar exploration and development. Our U.S. branch is based in Englewood, Colorado, and focuses on high-capacity payload lunar landers designed to support future lunar missions. Our team is made up of innovators, problem-solvers, and visionaries committed to making space more accessible and fostering the next generation of space exploration.
Let’s go to the Moon together! Our team is growing, and we are actively seeking talented individuals who share our passion for space.
The successful Staff Accountant will have the vision, both strategic and tactical, to be a hands-on part of creating a best-in-class accounting department, supporting not only the firm’s current needs but helping to shape the future state of the firm’s accounting structure; policies, and practices.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain the General Ledger (GL) Chart of Accounts, supporting the budgeting process and ensuring compliance with accounting standards for both commercial and government contracts.
- Prepare and analyze financial statements, identifying best practices for accurate and insightful reporting.
- Oversee the company’s credit card expense system, ensuring all expenses are reviewed and processed according to company policies.
- Assist with internal and external audit activities, providing necessary documentation and support.
- Manage daily accounts payable, accounts receivable, and transactional data to ensure accuracy and timeliness.
- Prepare and review the monthly prepaid expense reconciliations.
- Oversee the company’s timekeeping system, verifying that employee hours are entered accurately and on schedule.
- Assist with other month-end and quarter-end close activities as required.
- Support accounting and finance team members in meeting deadlines and accomplishing team goals.
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, economics, finance, or business-related field. We will consider a combination of education and equivalent experience
- 2-5 years previous Staff Accountant experience centered around or including experience with the General Ledger
- Experience with Quickbooks, Excel (including pivot tables)
What Makes You Stand out!
- CPA or CMA
- Start up experience
- Aerospace or manufacturing experience
- Cost Accounting
- Basis knowledge of FAR 15 compliant accounting practices
- Systems integration and implementation
- Netsuite experience
$80,000 - $100,000 a year
Health Coverage: Competitive medical, vision, and dental plans, with 100% company-paid options available for employees.
Hybrid Work: Flexibility to work remotely and in-office, depending on your role and the stage of our program.
Commuter Perks: Company-paid RTD EcoPass for buses and light rail.
Lunch Perks: Monthly stipend to enjoy meals from our café.
Paid Time Off: 18 vacation days, 6 sick days, and 14 paid holidays.
Retirement: 401(k) plan with company matching.
Travel: Opportunities for domestic and international travel.
Stock Options: Participation in our stock option program.
Learning & Development: Ample opportunities to grow, including lunch-and-learns, skills training, and stipends for professional development.
Team Culture: A fun and casual environment with regular team gatherings, including monthly TGIF events to connect and unwind.
We welcome candidates with diverse experience levels and evaluate the best fit on an individual basis. Your final job level and salary will be determined based on your skills, experience, and the impact you can bring to the role.
At ispace, we believe that diverse perspectives drive innovation. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences, even if you don’t meet every listed requirement. If you’re passionate about our mission and think you can contribute, we encourage you to apply. Your unique skills and experiences may be exactly what we need to grow and succeed together.
To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR .here.
ispace is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with ispace is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
All applicants who are offered employment with ispace US will be subject to a background investigation. Offers of employment are contingent on the successful completion of a background investigation conducted in accordance with Company policies and all applicable laws.
ispace Technologies, US, Inc. is a drug-free workplace.
ispace Technologies, US, Inc. participates in the E-Verify program.
