Vast · 8 hours ago
Accounts Receivable Specialist
Long Beach, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$23.55/hr - $43.27/hr
2+ years expVast is developing next-generation space stations to ensure a continuous human presence in space. They are seeking an Accounts Receivable Specialist to manage billing, collections, and account reconciliation while supporting the development of scalable financial systems in a fast-paced environment.
Defense & Space
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Prepare and process customer invoices in compliance with contract terms
Monitor AR aging reports, proactively follow up on past due accounts, and reduce DSO
Manage customer onboarding including credit terms, tax documentation, and billing setup
Reconcile customer accounts, investigate discrepancies, and process credit memos or adjustments
Partner with Sales, Contracts, and Mission Management to ensure accurate billing and revenue capture
Post payments (ACH, wire, check, credit card) and ensure proper application to customer accounts
Maintain an organized electronic repository of contracts, billing schedules, and supporting documentation
Support month-end close activities including AR reporting, revenue accruals, and account reconciliations
Assist with automation and process improvements to strengthen AR performance and cash collections
Respond promptly and professionally to internal and external billing inquiries
Assist the Finance team with other ad-hoc projects as needed
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration preferred
2–5 years of Accounts Receivable experience
Strong understanding of revenue recognition, invoicing, and collections best practices
Proficient with Google Suite (Sheets, Docs, Slides)
Clear and professional communication skills (written and verbal)
Ability to handle sensitive financial information with discretion
Ability to travel up to 50% of the time
Willingness to work overtime, or weekends to support critical mission milestones
Preferred
Experience in manufacturing or aerospace environments a plus
Familiarity with NetSuite, Ramp, or similar AR/ERP systems
Strong understanding of project-based or government contract billing (T&M, FP, Milestone)
Excel/Sheets proficiency with formulas, pivot tables, and data analysis
Ability to thrive in a high-growth startup, managing shifting priorities and deadlines
Analytical, resourceful, and solutions-focused approach to problem solving
Benefits
100% medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents
Flexible paid time off for exempt staff and up to 10 days of vacation for non-exempt staff
Paid parental leave
Short and long-term disability insurance
Life insurance
Access to a 401(k) retirement plan
One Medical membership
ClassPass credits
Personalized mental healthcare through Spring Health
Other discounts and perks
Exceptional food perks, with snacks, drip coffee, cold drinks, and dinner meals remaining free of charge, and lunch subsidized as part of Vast’s ongoing commitment to providing high-quality meals for employees
Company
Vast
Vast is developing next-generation space stations to ensure continuous human presence in space for America and its allies, enabling advanced microgravity research and manufacturing, and unlocking a new space economy for government, corporate, and private customers.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Max Haot
Chief Executive Officer
Alex Hudson
Chief Technology Officer
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