Accounts Payable Supervisor

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

We are thrilled to announce an exciting opportunity for an Accounts Payable Supervisor to join our dynamic team in Carlsbad, CA! This hybrid role offers the unique blend of working collaboratively within our Carlsbad office and the flexibility of remote work.

The Accounts Payable Supervisor - Corporate Accounting will be a leader on Viasat's Accounts Payable team, supporting a global procure to pay function.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in Accounts Payable, including international payables.

The Accounts Payable Supervisor - Corporate Accounting will have superior attention to detail, be inquisitive and analytical, a self-starter, system savvy, and a collaborator.

They will look for ways to improve and make the procure-to-pay process more efficient. Strong written and communication skills required.

An ideal candidate will be a process-oriented individual who is also flexible enough to thrive in a growth-oriented environment while maintaining a strategic eye toward continuous improvement and employee development opportunities.

The day-to-day

• Continuously evaluates, develops, implements, and maintains systems, procedures, and policies including accounts payable functions to ensure adherence to company guidelines.
• Check and verify daily invoices for coding accuracy, review weekly payment reports and maintain Accounts Payable purchase orders and invoice subledgers.
• Accounting knowledge will enable you to create associated journal entries, perform General Ledger account reconciliations, balance accounts payable records, and close accounts payable activities each month.
• Understand the full P2P cycle to quickly identify the source of bottlenecks, and drive issues to resolution including impact and risk assessments and status reporting.
• Supervise all aspects of Accounts Payable Operations, including completing and overseeing vendor invoice vouchering, payment disbursements, 1099 and tax related matters, in a multi-country / multi-currency environment.
• Ensure accounts payable operations comply with statutory requirements, company policies, processes, procedures, internal controls, and Finance objectives.
• Partner with others to design and implement process and system updates in support of global initiatives.
• Provide problem and invoice resolution assistance to vendors and internal company personnel with tact and diplomacy.
• Prepare analyses, schedules, and presentations related to Accounts Payable to support audit requirements and cross-training efforts.

What you'll need

• 5+ years of procure-to-pay and continuous improvement experience.
• 2+ years of experience in a people manager position.
• Experience with implementing and maintaining automated accounts payable system.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to coach, mentor and develop others, and motivate teams to produce quality work within tight timeframes and simultaneously manage several projects.
• Ability to thrive in in a high-volume and fast-paced environment.
• Account reconciliation and journal entry / review experience.
• Experience working with accounting & financial reporting systems, and SOX compliance.
• Excellent communication skills - both written and oral.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Proficient in Excel and Outlook.

What will help you on the job

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance (or relevant Business field)
• Organized and have meticulous attention to detail, superb time management, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with Oracle and SAP.
• Ability to work independently and with others with a strong sense of urgency.
• Experience with implementing and maintaining automated accounts payable system.

Salary range

$84,000.00 - $151,300.00 / 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.

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