Corporate Controller

About the Opportunity:

Join our client, a leading private aviation helicopter company in the NYC Metro area, seeking a skilled Corporate Controller. This role offers an exciting opportunity to leverage your accounting expertise and drive financial innovations in a dynamic aviation environment. You'll be a key player in advancing internal reporting processes, supporting financial audits, and impacting the company's growth trajectory.

Responsibilities

Oversee the accuracy of general ledger transactions and reconciliations.
Assist management with budgets, forecasts, cash flow reporting, and financial variance analysis.
Develop and evaluate budgets and prepare comprehensive budget reports.
Manage the month-end close process and coordinate financial planning with managers and the CEO.
Support annual audits by preparing documentation and providing explanations as needed.
Analyze cost and expense trends and provide recommendations for process improvements and cost reduction.
Manage Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable, ensuring timely collections and monitoring aged receivables.
Implement and support internal control systems.
Lead billing automation and system connectivity projects.
Oversee the employee expense reimbursement process and related systems.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
Minimum of 3 years of accounting experience; aviation or hospitality industry experience is a plus.
Strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
Experience with accounting platforms such as QuickBooks Enterprise.
Strong organizational, time management, and communication skills.
Experience with financial reporting, analysis, and external audit preparation.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Microsoft PowerPoint.
Ability to work full-time, on-site at Linden Municipal Airport in Linden, NJ.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience as an Accountant, Assistant Controller, or in a similar accounting role.
CPA license preferred but not required.
Advanced Excel skills.
Strong PowerPoint proficiency.

Benefits & Perks

Competitive base salary with performance- and firm-profitability-based bonus potential.
Comprehensive benefits package, including 401(k).
Opportunity to make a significant impact within the aviation industry.

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Corporate Controller Full Time