Senior Accountant

About the role

As a key member of the financial reporting team, the SEC Reporting Accountant/Senior Accountant will assist with SEC filings of 10-Q, 10-K, 11-K, Annual Reports, Proxy, press releases and other internal reporting. You will learn reporting processes at Viasat, new accounting pronouncements, and implement accounting policies. You will help establish new procedures to improve, automate, and reduce closing and reporting cycles. You will take ownership of activities including general ongoing accounting, reporting, and analysis as it relates to primary responsibilities and special assignments.

Responsibilities

• Learn and prepare stock compensation valuations and journal entries, related-party disclosures, review XBRL tagging, prepare segment reporting, and assess disclosure requirements.
• Participate in internal reporting to executive management.
• Coordinate internal and external (10Q / 10K) quarterly reporting deliverables and requirements.
• Perform/review equity-related balance sheet account reconciliations.
• Contribute to/prepare certain balance sheet and income statement variance analysis.
• Maintain process documentation supporting key functions.
• Provide audit and SOX 404 testing support.

Requirements

• 2-4 years related experience in accounting and/or with SEC filings (10-Q and 10-K).
• Bachelor’s in Business Administration (Accounting Preferred).
• Basic to solid understanding of GAAP, financial statements, and accounting theory.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and driven individual who is a fast learner and has a propensity to grow within the organization.
• Self-directed, strong self-review skills, outstanding interpersonal skills, analytical skills, and works well in a team environment.
• U.S. Citizenship is required.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of Big 4 public accounting firm experience.
• ERP system (Oracle preferred) and Blackline experience a plus.

Schedule

This is a hybrid, site-based role. Employees will work from our Carlsbad office at least 3 days (60%) per week within a standard five-day workweek, with the remaining days worked remotely.

Pay

Salary range $79,000.00 - $124,000.00 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 $97,500.00 - $146,500.00 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.

Benefits

Viasat offers a range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. Learn more about Viasat’s comprehensive benefit offerings that are focused on your holistic health and wellness at https://careers.viasat.com/benefits.