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Financial Analyst, Global Fixed Broadband

Viasat, Inc.

  • Carlsbad, California
  • 6 days ago
  • $63,000–$99,500 Per Year
  • Full-time

Highlights

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 $78,500.00- $117,500.00/ 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. Analyze trends, variances, and key drivers; provide clear insights to inform management and business partners on current performance relative to historical results and forecasts.

Numbers & Facts

LocationCarlsbad, California
Job TypeFull-time
IndustryTelecommunications Services
Salary$63,000–$99,500 Per Year
Company Size2,500 to 4,999 employees
Year Founded1986
Websitehttp://www.viasat.com/company/about/about-viasat

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:

The Financial Analyst will support COGS financial reporting for the US geography of Global Fixed Broadband. Partner closely with customer support and operations teams to drive execution of initiatives across the organization. Manage budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling to optimize operational spend.

 

*This is a hybrid, site-based role that offers the perfect blend of office collaboration and remote flexibility. Employees will work from our Carlsbad office at least 3 days (60%) per week within a standard five-day workweek, with the remaining days worked remotely.

The day-to-day:
  • COGS Analysis: Partner with customer support and operations teams (Customer Care, Field Operations, Logistics, and Billing) to analyze and optimize operational expenses. Analyze trends, variances, and key drivers; provide clear insights to inform management and business partners on current performance relative to historical results and forecasts.
  • Budgeting & Forecasting: Coordinate the quarterly budget process and update monthly rolling forecasts for all supported business units.
  • Variance Analysis: Review monthly operational performance against targets and explain key variances in department costs.
  • Data Reporting: Prepare financial reports to help operational leaders manage their department spend. Assist in the preparation of materials for business review meetings and management roll-ups.
  • Procurement Support: Initiate, submit, and track POs through the internal approval pipeline to ensure accurate cost accruals
What you'll need:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
  • 2-5 years of FP&A / corporate financial analysis experience, preferably supporting operations, supply chain, or customer service.
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to leverage data to develop KPIs, assess performance, and inform strategic decisions.
  • Exceptional stakeholder management and influencing skills, with a track record of collaborating with cross-functional teams.
  • US Citizenship is required 
What will help you on the job:
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel & PowerPoint with a willingness to learn new data tools and systems.
  • Experience with financial forecasting software and SQL (e.g., Hyperion, Adaptive Planning)
  • Experience with ERP/procurement tools (e.g., Oracle, Ariba / Coupa).
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills with Finance, Operations, and business stakeholders, driving alignment and operational excellence.
  • Comfort analyzing large data sets and being able to communicate actionable conclusions.
  • Ability to manage multiple deliverables under tight deadlines with accuracy.
  • Detail-oriented self-starter who takes ownership of work.
Salary range: $63,000.00 - $99,500.00 / 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 $78,500.00- $117,500.00/ 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

careers@viasat.com

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About Company

Digital Communication Products for Commercial and Government Markets

ViaSat produces innovative satellite and other digital communication products that enable fast, secure, and efficient communications to any location. We bring today’s new communication applications to people out of reach of terrestrial networks, in both the commercial and government sectors, with a variety of networking products and services.

Here you’ll find a company that is always asking,” What’s next?”, with the vertically integrated set of technologies to push the limits of what is possible for your system and service performance.

Products:

  • Satellite networks for fixed-site and mobile communications
  • Satellite antenna systems
  • Wireless datalinks and terminals for combat situational awareness
  • Cybersecurity and Information Assurance for military networking and encrypted data storage
  • Mobile IP networking for soldiers
  • Communication microprocessor chipsets
  • Application and communication acceleration
  • Satellite network and RF system design
  • Communication simulation and training systems

Services:

  • Global mobile satellite services for government and commercial aircraft, vehicles, and seagoing vessels
  • Satellite Internet access and other broadband services for consumers, business, and government customers in the U.S.
Recognized for Innovation, Growth, and Stability

With these past awards, ViaSat is well known as a successful, innovative, high-growth company:

  • World Technology Network - 2013 Winner, Communications Technology Award for high-capacity satellite system
  • Arthur C. Clarke Foundation - Innovator Award, CEO Mark Dankberg
  • Edison Awards 2013 - Bronze award for communications innovation
  • Popular Science 2012 "Best of What's New" for Exede Internet and high-capacity satellite system
  • Satellite Research and Markets - 2012 Visionary Executive of the Year
  • Society of Satellite Professionals International (SSPI) - 2012 Industry Innovator
  • TechAmerica - 2011 American Technology Award in the Telecommunications
  • Space News "Top 50 Space Companies"
  • San Diego Magazine "Made In San Diego: 11 Cool Companies"
  • Mark Dankberg American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) "2008 Aerospace International Communications Award"
  • Hannover Fairs ISCe2004 Satellite Industry Award for Innovation and Technology
  • Mark Dankberg Via Satellite “2003 Satellite Executive of the Year”
  • Defense Systems "Super 75"
  • DefenseNews "Top 100 Defense Contractors"
  • DefenseNews "Fast Track 50"
  • Washington Technology "Top 100 Federal Prime Contractors"
  • Three-time INC. 500 prior to going public in 1996


Surpassing 2,900 Employees and $1 Billion in Sales

The company employs over 2,900 professional and support personnel. The largest department is engineering, with many holding graduate degrees in electrical engineering or computer science. Annual revenues hit a record $1.1 billion during the most recently completed fiscal year (ended March 29, 2013).

History

ViaSat is part of the well-known Linkabit Corporation “family-tree” that spawned hundreds of San Diego area telecom startups, including Qualcomm, General Instruments, and Titan. Founded in 1986 by three former M/A-Com Linkabit employees, ViaSat is publicly traded on the Nasdaq Stock Market under the symbol VSAT. Go to the History, Timeline or Industry Innovation & Firsts pages for more details.

To find out more about ViaSat, use the links on this page to explore our Web site.
Note: ViaSat Inc. is a separate company from and is not affiliated with Viasat Broadcasting, owned by Modern Times Group, Sweden.



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