AR Specialist - Government Billing

Viasat; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 53,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated individual to join their finance team, focusing on government billing. This role involves preparing invoices, collaborating with various departments, and ensuring compliance with government regulations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting or finance, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to navigate complex billing systems. This opportunity offers a hybrid work schedule, allowing for flexibility while contributing to meaningful projects that impact government operations. If you're looking to grow in a dynamic environment and make a difference, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical benefits

Financial benefits

Stock incentives

Flexible work schedule

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in accounting or finance, with a focus on billing.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in Excel are essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit government billing for various contract types.
• Collaborate with finance and contracts teams to ensure compliance.

Skills

Accounting

Finance

Billing

Excel

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Self-motivation

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

ERP systems (Oracle preferred)

Microsoft Office

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

Do you dream of working at the intersection of government contracting and efficient financial management? In this role, you'll be a key player ensuring accurate and timely government billing. You'll collaborate with finance and contracts teams to navigate US government program requirements, master billing intricacies under various contract types (firm fixed price, cost-plus, progress, and time & materials), and utilize complex billing portals. Your skills in account reconciliation and resolving discrepancies will be crucial, as will your ability to assist with government audits and finalize billing for the US government and its customers. Additionally, you'll have the opportunity to analyze current processes and implement improvements for greater efficiency and uniformity.

Work location is our Carlsbad, CA headquarters, hybrid work schedule.

The day-to-day

• Prepare and submit government billing for firm fixed price, cost plus, progress billings and T&M type invoices.
• Collaborate with Viasat business area finance directors and the Viasat contracts department on US government program requirements.
• Evaluate and apply appropriate billing requirements in accordance with the US Federal Acquisition Regulation and Cost Accounting Standards as well as other contractual clauses and submit invoices through the use of various complex billing portals.
• Collect on past due invoices.
• Complete account reconciliations and process credits or adjustments as needed.
• Assist on governmental audits including testing and other audit procedures.
• Prepare final billing to the US government and related customers.
• Help assess current internal processes and introduce new effective, efficient, and uniform processes.
• Process final close out invoices.
• Identify unapplied cash receipts.
• Follow up on past due invoices.
• Reconcile accounts and make adjustments as needed.

What you'll need

• 2+ years accounting, finance, or relevant experience
• Preferred Bachelor’s degree
• Heavy prior experience in billing
• Intermediate to advanced skills in Excel
• Excellent communication skills and ability to partner and build relationships with others within and outside the accounting team
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail
• Self-motivated with ability to balance and prioritize competing demands
• Comfortable dealing with ambiguity
• U.S. Citizenship

What will help you on the job

• ERP system experience (Oracle preferred)
• Prior experience in government billing
• Microsoft Office proficiency

Salary range

$53,000.00 - $84,000.00 / 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 $73,000.00- $109,000.00/ 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.