Government Compliance Accountant

Location
Carlsbad CA

Job Responsibilities
Do you have an eye for uncovering things that don’t look “right”? Do you enjoy using your technical knowledge about government contracting as well as calling upon your superior people skills to work across teams to find a solution to a tough problem? If so, you might be a great Government Compliance Accountant. Take your career to ViaSat where you can excel and feel good about the work you do each day. In this role, you will use your expertise in Government accounting to:

Write/update US Government CASB Disclosure statements. As an expert in government accounting rules, you will prepare Incurred Cost Submissions and screen for unallowable costs. You will utilize your strong communication skills to support and coordinate DCAA audits and DCMA requests.

Experience/Skills Required

Requirements:

* BS degree in Accounting or Finance, or equivalent experience.

* 10+ years of experience in a Corporate Accounting/Finance department supporting a large government business.

* Advanced understanding of Government rules and regulations including Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS).

* U.S. Citizen.

Preferred:

* Experience with Government contracting
Our corporate headquarters in Carlsbad is just a hop and skip away from the beautiful Pacific Coast. The campus feeling and entrepreneurial spirit can be felt in the hallways as well as the sand volleyball courts.
We are searching for candidates who enjoy working with people and have an analytical mind that excels when being challenged. If you have a drive to succeed and grow your career, ViaSat might be a fit for you! Submit your resume. It’s easy and could be the best 10 minutes you ever spend…We look forward to hearing from you.

Education Requirements
BA/BS or equivalent experience

Travel Required
Up to 10 percent

US Citizenship Required?
US Citizenship or Permanent Resident Status Required

Clearance Required?
No

Location Information

U.S. Citizenship or Lawful Permanent Residence status may be required for some projects in which case, verification of such status will be required upon accepting employment.