Accounts Receivable Specialist

Viasat; Carlsbad (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Viasat is seeking an Accounts Receivable Specialist to handle payments, reconciliations and cash applications. You will work with a large ERP system and cross-functional teams to resolve payment issues while maintaining precise cash postings.

The role requires 5+ years in AR, strong Excel/Office skills, and excellent communication in a fast-paced setting. Location-specific pay ranges apply in the San Jose/ Bay Area and NYC regions.

Qualifications

• 5+ years Accounts Receivable experience.
• Proven organizational skills with ability to multitask.
• Excellent skills with Microsoft Office programs, such as Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Ability to work comfortably within tight deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills - both written and oral.
• Experience with high-volume, fast paced environment.
• Experience working with a large ERP system.
• Cash applications experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex month-end reconciliations and prepare proforma invoices.
• Process cash receipts including ACH, wire, checks and credit cards.
• Prepare audit packets and assist with reconciliations and reporting.
• Respond to inquiries via email and phone in a high-volume environment.
• Support ad hoc AR projects and reporting as needed.

Skills

Accounts Receivable

Multitask

MS Office

High-volume environment

Communication skills

ERP system experience

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Oracle ERP

Job description

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

As an Accounts Receivable Specialist, you will utilize an ERP system to run reports, process customer payments including ACH, wire transfers, checks and credit card transactions. You will also process adjustments, reconcile bank statements, prepare audit packets and work closely with internal business units and external customers to resolve payment issues.

Posting daily cash requires a high level of detail; analyzing multiple reports, manual intervention and extensive research working with internal and external departments to apply payments accordingly.

The day-to-day

You will be responsible for complex month-end account reconciliations, prepare and track proforma invoices, refund packets and perform other cash related duties including ad hoc reporting and any additional Accounts Receivable projects. Your strong organizational skills and attention to detail will ensure accuracy in our Cash Applications system. You will use your excellent written and verbal communication skills to respond to email inquiries and phone calls in a high-volume environment.

What you'll need

• 5+ years Accounts Receivable experience
• Proven organizational skills with ability to multitask
• Excellent skills with Microsoft Office programs, such as Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Ability to work comfortably within tight deadlines
• Excellent communication skills - both written and oral
• Experience with high-volume, fast paced environment
• Experience working with a large ERP system
• Cash applications experience
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• US Citizenship required

What will help you on the job

• Oracle ERP system experience

Salary range

$24.28 - $38.46 / hourly. 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 $30.29 - $45.19/ hourly

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.