Spacecraft represent the most pressing unmet need across the entire aerospace industry. As more launch vehicles come online and the cost to orbit decreases, more companies launching payloads to space continue to emerge.

For the first time in history, this influx of payload companies combined with reduced launch costs has resulted in a massive increase in need for commercial spacecraft platforms, known as satellite buses. These buses hold the payloads of our customers and are flown on launch vehicles.

Apex manufactures these satellite buses at scale using a combination of software, vertical integration, and hardware that is designed for manufacturing. Our spacecraft enable the future of society: ranging from earth observation to communications and more.

We’d love for you to join us on our mission of providing humankind access to the galaxy beyond our planet. 

About the Role

This role is ideal for a driven Senior Accountant ready to take full ownership of the accounting function, grow with the company, and step confidently into a management position.

Why This Role is Unique:
This isn’t a legacy role. You won’t be inheriting broken systems or waiting on top-down direction. You’ll be our first Accounting Manager, reporting to the Accounting Lead, with the mandate to own core accounting operations and build scalable processes from the ground up. You’ll be central to our first audit, ERP implementation, and monthly reporting cadence as we scale across government and commercial contracts and key R&D milestones.

What You’ll Do:

• Run the month-end close process end-to-end, including reconciliations, journal entries, and accruals, with the help of an outsourced accounting team

• Prepare monthly financials, account roll forwards, and supporting schedules

• Lead the budget-to-actuals variance analysis in partnership with FP&A

• Manage day-to-day AP/AR, vendor onboarding, and expense workflows

• Track fixed assets, support WIP/capitalized R&D, and prepare for long-lead inventory

• Help implement financial controls, policies, and documentation

• Drive audit prep for our inaugural audit

• Build cross-functional relationships with ops, engineering, and procurement

• Identify opportunities for system improvements and process automation

What You Bring:

Must-Have:

• 4–6 years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 1 year of month-end ownership

• Current or prior Senior Accountant title in a startup or high-growth company

• Strong understanding of US GAAP, journal entries, and GL structure

• Hands-on experience with QuickBooks Online, Ramp, or similar tools

• Passion for process-building, documentation, and driving efficiency

• CPA or working toward certification (preferred but not required)

Nice-to-Have:

• Experience with inventory, cost accounting, or manufacturing environments

• Desire to expand technical accounting knowledge

• Exposure to R&D capitalization or government contract accounting

• Participated in or supported an external audit

• Familiarity with software implementation

What You’ll Gain:

• A career growth opportunity into leadership with mentoring from experienced finance leadership

• A chance to build the accounting foundation of a high profile company from the ground up

• Direct exposure to executive decision-making, audits, and long-term planning

• A collaborative, mission-driven team that values speed, precision, and ownership

Why Join Apex?

Apex believes in creating a work environment that you look forward to embracing every day. Our employees love working at Apex, and we want you to love it too. We're a fast-growing startup backed by $200M in Series C funding, and we invest heavily in our people from day one.

What We Offer:

• Shared upside: Receive equity in Apex, letting you benefit from the work you create

• Best-in-class healthcare: 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision for you and your dependents, plus $100k life insurance at no cost

• Comprehensive PTO package to reset and recharge - starting at 15 days vacation, growing to 20+ days annually, plus 10 paid holidays

• Competitive 401(k) plan with generous matching - 100% match on first 3%, 50% on next 2%

• 8 weeks paid parental leave plus childcare reimbursement up to $350/day for work-related travel

• Daily catered lunch and unlimited snacks to keep you fueled throughout the day

• Vibrant community: Monthly office BBQs, pickleball tournaments, run club, and social gatherings for you and your family

• Your dream desk setup and all the tools you need to be your most productive self

• World-class Playa Vista office with EV chargers, with the benefit of in-person collaboration with amazing coworkers and flexibility to integrate work and life

• Real impact opportunity: Work alongside experts from aerospace, new space, and other cutting-edge industries to make a lasting difference

Ready to join a team where your contributions matter and your future is bright? Let's build something extraordinary together.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Apex Technology, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Candidates and employees are always evaluated based on merit, qualifications, and performance. We will never discriminate on the basis of race, color, 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.