One team. Global challenges. Infinite opportunities. At Viasat, we’re on a mission to deliver connections with the capacity to change the world. For more than 35 years, Viasat has helped shape how consumers, businesses, governments and militaries around the globe communicate. We’re looking for people who think big, act fearlessly, and create an inclusive environment that drives positive impact to join our team.
What you'll do
We're looking for a passionate, analytical accounting professional to join our multifaceted Corporate Finance Team as an Associate Manager. In this role, you'll be a trusted advisor and key contributor, responsible for coordinating the global close process and collaborating with team members worldwide. We seek someone driven to challenge existing norms and build efficiencies within a dynamic environment. If you're eager to make an impact and lead initiatives, this is the perfect opportunity.
The day-to-day
- Lead, develop, and mentor a team of 3-5 individuals, guiding their success and maximizing team potential.
- Support the coordination of the global close process, collaborating with team members across the globe for timely and accurate reporting.
- Apply your practical accounting experience and research to support complex accounting determinations, ensuring adherence US GAAP.
- Review journal entries, reconciliations, reporting, and disclosures, ensuring accuracy and adherence to standards.
- Serve as the key point of contact for accounting matters to internal and external auditors, supporting SOX controls and testing.
- Challenge existing norms and build efficiencies, continuously driving process improvements within accounting operations.
- Contribute to a high-performing Corporate Finance Team, embracing our dynamic and collaborative culture.
What you'll need
- 8+ years of related experience along with a Bachelor’s degree in Business. Administration, Accounting, or related field.
- Excellent interpersonal skills with experience in driving performance and being a change leader.
- Experience leading and developing a team.
- Proven understanding of GAAP, financial statements, and accounting theory.
- Highly organized driven individual with drive and propensity to grow within the organization.
- Proven track record of successful process improvement initiatives.
- ERP system experience (Oracle and SAP preferred) in a fast-paced environment.
- CPA license.
- US Citizenship is required.
What will help you on the job
- Big 4 Public Accounting Experience
- CPA Certification
Salary range
$97,500.00 - $154,000.00 / annually. For specific work locations within San Jose, the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, the base pay range for this role is $121,000.00- $182,000.00/ annually
At Viasat, we consider many factors when it comes to compensation, including the scope of the position as well as your background and experience. Base pay may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Additional cash or stock incentives may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered. Learn more about Viasat’s comprehensive benefit offerings that are focused on your holistic health and wellness at https://careers.viasat.com/benefits.
EEO Statement
Viasat is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, genetics, age, or veteran status or any other applicable legally protected status or characteristic. If you would like to request an accommodation on the basis of disability for completing this on-line application, please click here.
