A/P Specialist presso Viasat/Inmarsat Government

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One team. Global challenges. Infinite opportunities. At Viasat/Inmarsat Government, 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 currently seeking a seasoned AP Specialist who is keen to learn and is a great team player to join our Finance team at GSS/Inmarsat Government. The AP specialist role is primarily responsible for Accounts Payable functions. In this role, AP Specialist will process vendor invoices, work with other departments for invoice related issues – especially with procurement group, process employees expense reports, and input voucher for monthly corporate purchase card transactions.

 The position requires an ability to work in team, possess good communications as well as willingness to own accounts payable process assigned.  Must be flexible and willing to occasionally work extended hours to catch up with monthly invoices.  

 The day-to-day

Your contribution to accounts payable team will be integral to help us make sure vendors invoices that have been received are completely entered in the system by the end of the month and making sure our vendors get paid on time. That will help us make sure not only that expenses are booked in right period but also that our vendors get paid on time. You will work closely with the fellow Accounts Payable Specialist, other teammates, and as well as the accounting manager in our Finance team.

• Processing of monthly invoices from vendors making sure invoices are processed timely and paid by the due dates.
• Receive vendor invoices, send the invoices to appropriate approvers including program managers and others.
• Working with Procurement to resolve any issues related to invoices and purchase orders
• Process employee expense reports and ensure that employees are following our policy, and the expenses are properly categorized.
• Processing of monthly intercompany invoices, making sure the charges are coded appropriately, and necessary approvals of the invoices are obtained
• Assist with entering of voucher for monthly corporate credit card activities
• Assist with the preliminary and year end audit by providing support for the audit samples to the auditors.

 What you'll need

• BS in Accounting or Finance preferred
• At least 3 years of experience processing accounts payable vendor invoices.
• Experience in Deltek Costpoint and Cognos preferred.
• Must be flexible and willing to occasionally work extended hours to catch up with the daily/monthly vendor invoices.
• Results oriented team player, committed to superior quality and service
• Have strong communications skills, and is a great team player
• Ability to prioritize and meet multiple competing deadlines

 Competencies:  

• Proficient at processing of accounts payable invoices
• Good at using Excel or other applicable systems like Costpoint
• Great analytical and problem-solving skills
• Have great communication skills demonstrating open communication and be a great team player

Viasat/Inmarsat Government is an equal opportunity employer.