Director, Government Accounting

Viasat, Inc. • Carlsbad, CA

120d • $176,000 - $278,500

About The Position

We're excited to announce a dynamic opportunity for a talented Director, Government Accounting to join our growing team! The Government Accounting department serves as the primary point of contact with government auditors and interacts with all of the business areas within Viasat to ensure accounting compliance with government regulations. As the Government Accounting Director, you will use your strong understanding of CAS, FAR and GAAP to develop and lead a team of corporate accountants and advise management on proper accounting in accordance with various regulatory requirements. You will be responsible for ensuring the execution and completion of various government submissions and to ensure that Viasat continues to grow and develop in compliance with its regulatory commitments.

Requirements

• 15+ years of experience in government accounting, including a minimum of 5 years in a supervisory role.
• A Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field. A Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license is also required.
• Expert in government accounting regulations, including the Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Proven experience negotiating complex FAR and CAS issues with government agencies.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and presentation skills.
• Ability to prioritize competing demands and consistently meet deadlines.
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Experience with ERP systems is also required, with a preference for SAP.
• US Citizenship is required.

Nice To Haves

• Prior Big 4 or other public accounting experience.
• Experience with SAP S/4HANA.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Government Accounting team, including training and developing the team's expertise, leading and reviewing their financial close processes, and ensuring all deliverables are accurate.
• Ensure compliance with strict government regulations, including Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Act as the primary point of contact for government representatives and auditors, such as the Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) and the Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA).
• Oversee the timely preparation and submission of all required regulatory documents, including Forward Pricing Rate Proposals, Incurred Cost Submissions, and Disclosure Statements.
• Lead the company's response to government audits and coordinate the implementation of any necessary corrective actions.
• Work with management to maintain an appropriate cost structure for all government contracts, providing expert advice and analysis on all government accounting matters.
• Develop and track key metrics to measure the team's performance, using this data to identify and solve problems and drive continuous improvement.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, financial, and other benefits focused on holistic health and wellness.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees