Accounts Payable Analyst

About Varda Low Earth orbit is open for business. Varda is accelerating the development of commercial space infrastructure, from in-orbit pharmaceutical processing to reliable and economical reentry capsules.  Varda’s W-Series vehicles are built, designed, and operated by Varda in-house, including the pharmaceutical processing payloads, the capsules, the C-PICA heat shields, and the satellite buses. From life-saving pharmaceuticals to more powerful fiber optics, there is a world of products used on Earth today that can only be manufactured in space. Varda is accelerating innovation in the orbital economy by creating both the products and infrastructure needed so space can directly benefit life on Earth. Our mission is to expand the economic bounds of humankind.   Our team is uniquely suited to accomplishing this goal, with leadership and staff comprised of veterans from SpaceX, Blue Origin, major pharmaceutical companies and Silicon Valley. Varda was founded in January 2021 by Will Bruey and Delian Asparouhov with significant backing from world class investors including Khosla Ventures, Lux Capital, Founders Fund, Caffeinated Capital, General Catalyst, and Also Capital.   Varda is headquartered in El Segundo, California, where we have offices and a production facility where our vehicles, equipment, and materials are built, integrated, and tested. Varda also has offices in Washington, DC and Huntsville, AL.  Join Varda, and work to create a bustling in-space ecosystem. About This Role *]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-(--header-height)" data-turn-id="1a1b1b25-e8b2-441c-bfe9-670f99d403de" data-testid="conversation-turn-1" data-scroll-anchor="false" data-turn="user"> *]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]" data-turn-id="request-WEB:26ccafc4-b743-4996-a8c8-ea359d56054b-0" data-testid="conversation-turn-2" data-scroll-anchor="true" data-turn="assistant"> At Varda, Accounts Payable are strategic business functions that directly support the development and manufacturing of spacecraft. As a Procurement & Payables Analyst, you will own critical procurement and payables processes while helping build scalable financial operations that support one of the fastest-growing aerospace companies. Responsibilities Own the end-to-end procure-to-pay (P2P) process, ensuring timely procurement, invoice processing, and vendor payments. Partner with Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Finance to support purchasing decisions, project execution, and operational priorities. Review purchase requisitions, purchase orders, invoices, and receipts to ensure completeness, accuracy, and compliance with company policies. Manage vendor relationships, resolve invoice discrepancies, negotiate payment terms when appropriate, and serve as a primary point of contact for procurement-related inquiries. Perform three-way matching and resolve pricing, receiving, and invoice exceptions in partnership with internal stakeholders. Analyze procurement spending, vendor performance, and payment trends to identify cost savings, process improvements, and operational efficiencies. Lead continuous improvement initiatives that streamline procurement and AP workflows through automation, standardization, and improved system utilization. Support month-end close activities including AP accruals, reconciliations, vendor statement reviews, and audit preparation. Assist with annual budgeting, cash flow forecasting, and spend analysis related to procurement activities. Maintain internal controls, documentation, and audit-ready records while ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements. Participate in ERP enhancements, process implementations, and finance systems improvements as the company scales. Basic Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field. 3+ years of experience in Procurement, Accounts Payable, Procurement Operations, Financial Operations, or a related role. Strong understanding of procure-to-pay processes, invoice management, vendor reconciliation, and purchasing operations. Experience working within ERP systems such as Microsoft Business Central, Oracle, SAP, NetSuite, or similar. Demonstrated ability to prioritize competing deadlines while maintaining exceptional accuracy. Strong communication skills with the ability to build relationships across technical and non-technical teams. Preferred Skills Experience in the aerospace or manufacturing industry. Familiarity with procurement software and tools. Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities. Pay Range Salary range: $80,000 - 120,000/per year Leveling and base salary is determined by job-related skills, education level, experience level, and job performance This role is on-site   in El Segundo, CA Benefits Varda offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support health, financial well‑being, and a high‑quality workplace experience. Below is an overview of what full‑time employees receive (at this time, interns receive a subset of benefits):   Health & Wellness   Flexible PTO policy + 12 paid holidays   100% company-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plans for employees and dependents with FSA and employer-matched HSA options Voluntary accident, hospital, critical illness, and pet insurance   $120/month wellness reimbursement for gym and fitness expenses   12 weeks of parental leave (with supplemental disability leave for CA mothers)   Family building, pregnancy, parenting and menopause benefits via Maven Clinic   Sponsored One Medical memberships for employees and their dependents   Financial & Retirement   Substantial incentive equity in a fully funded space start-up   401(k) retirement plan with 6% employer match (immediately vested) $20/pay period cell phone reimbursement   Relocation sup