Senior Accountant

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’re growing rapidly and looking for passionate, innovative professionals to join our team and connect the world to more. As a Senior Accountant, you will work as a key member of the LATAM Accounting Team, responsible for the accounting, compliance, statutory reporting, and financial close activities for our Mexico legal entities. This role will support the overall month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes while ensuring compliance with both U.S. GAAP and local Mexican statutory requirements.

 

The Senior Accountant will partner closely with Finance, Tax, Payroll, FP&A, Shared Services, and external advisors to ensure accurate financial reporting, regulatory compliance, and strong internal controls. This position requires a hands-on accounting professional with a strong understanding of Mexican accounting, tax, and statutory requirements in a multinational environment.

The day-to-day

• Lead the month-end and quarter-end close processes for the Mexico legal entities, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Prepare and review journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, account analyses, and supporting schedules.
• Serve as the primary accounting contact for the Mexico entities, providing support and guidance to local and global stakeholders.
• Support the preparation and review of statutory financial statements and regulatory reporting required by Mexican authorities.
• Collaborate with Tax, Payroll, and external service providers to ensure compliance with Mexican tax regulations, including VAT, withholding taxes, income tax, and other local filing requirements.
• Coordinate and support external auditors, tax advisors, and government agencies during audits and compliance reviews.
• Assist with special projects, system implementations, and process improvement initiatives as needed.

What you'll need

• 5 to 7 years’ accounting experience
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or equivalent
• Proven understanding of GAAP, financial statements, and accounting theory
• Excellent communication skills and ability to partner and build collaborations within and outside the accounting team
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office with strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Self-starter with the ability to prioritize and multi-task within a dynamic environment

What will help you on the job

• Chartered Accountant and/or Big 4 public accounting experience
• Experience working in a global organization with intercompany experience a plus
• Experience working in an enterprise ERP system (e.g., Oracle, SAP)

Salary range

$99,000.00 - $156,000.00 / 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 $123,000.00- $184,000.00/ 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.