Viasat · 3 months ago
Director, Government Accounting
United States
Full-time
Remote
Director/Executive
$219K/yr - $328K/yr
15+ years expViasat is a company focused on delivering innovative communication solutions globally. They are seeking a Director of Government Accounting to lead their Government Accounting team, ensuring compliance with government regulations and managing relationships with government auditors. The role involves overseeing regulatory submissions and providing strategic support to management regarding government accounting matters.
InternetOptical CommunicationTelecommunications
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Lead the Government Accounting team: This includes training and developing the team's expertise, leading and reviewing their financial close processes, and ensuring all deliverables are accurate
Ensure compliance: Make sure all accounting practices adhere to strict government regulations, including Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
Manage government relations: 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)
Coordinate regulatory submissions: Oversee the timely preparation and submission of all required regulatory documents. This includes filings like Forward Pricing Rate Proposals, Incurred Cost Submissions, and Disclosure Statements
Respond to audits: Lead the company's response to government audits and coordinate the implementation of any necessary corrective actions
Provide strategic support: Work with management to maintain an appropriate cost structure for all government contracts, and provide them with expert advice and analysis on all government accounting matters
Monitor and improve performance: Develop and track key metrics to measure the team's performance, using this data to identify and solve problems and drive continuous improvement
Qualification
Required
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 to effectively interact with a wide range of people, from employees to government representatives
The 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
Preferred
Prior Big 4 or other public accounting experience
Experience with SAP S/4HANA
Benefits
A range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits
Company
Viasat
Viasat is a global communications company that offers satellite services.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$3.16BKey Investors
UK Space AgencyNASA
2025-11-21Grant· $1.15M
2024-09-09Post Ipo Debt· $1.98B
2023-09-13Post Ipo Debt· $733.4M
Leadership Team
Andy Lincoln
Chief Engineer
Don Buchman
President Aviation
Recent News
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