About us

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

Do you love being the go-to person? Are you passionate about accounting and providing the mentorship needed to support a rapidly growing public company? Do you thrive in a multifaceted and collaborative environment? If so, then you may be our next Accountant at Viasat, a leader in global satellite communications!

The day-to-day

You will be supporting dynamic growth across the Company and ensuring appropriate accounting. You will be responsible for a variety of ad hoc projects and recurring daily tasks for the Fixed Asset team with a focus on supporting growth of our global organization. This role will report to Corporate Accounting Management in the Carlsbad Corporate Headquarters. The ideal candidate will have a can-do attitude and will drive efficiencies by improving current processes and procedures and helping to determine scalable solutions for new processes.

This position is located onsite. Viasat embraces a flexible work environment and onsite/hybrid work is determined by individual roles and teams. Relocation assistance is available pending eligibility. 

What you'll need

• Completion of a Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Accounting or a related field
• 0-3 years of accounting or related experience
• Excellent understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), financial statements, and applying accounting theory
• Experience in recording of fixed assets, track existing fixed assets, record depreciation and fixed asset retirements, capitalization, and account reconciliations
• Experience with ASC 842 lease accounting software tools to record leases, modify leases, and perform reconciliations for finance and operating leases
• ERP system experience (Oracle or SAP preferred)
• Intermediate to advanced skills in Excel
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail
• Self-motivated with ability to balance and prioritize challenging demands
• Desire to challenge existing practices and drive process improvement
• Flexibility and adaptability while working with teams in other time zones
• Excellent communication skills and ability to build collaborations within and outside the accounting team
• US citizenship required

What will help you on the job

• Large public company (>$1B Revenue) experience
• Experience with Blackline or similar accounting close management tools (Trintech, Floqast, etc.)
• Experience with ASC 842 lease accounting software tools (Costar, LeaseQuery, etc.)

Salary range

$50,500.00 - $80,000.00 / 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 $63,000.00- $94,000.00/ 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.