What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Accountant position at Jet Aviation?
Location:
Scottsdale, AZ, US, 85260
Flexible Work Arrangement: Hybrid
Job Category: Finance
Career Level: Professional
Requisition Id: 5297
Since 1967, Jet Aviation has been crafting flight in its smoothest form. From one hangar in Basel, Switzerland, to over 4,500 employees, and some 50 locations worldwide. Aircraft Management, Aircraft Sales, Charter, Completions, Government Services, FBO, Fixed and Rotary Wing Maintenance, and Staffing. Behind every seamless Jet Aviation experience, is a team of dedicated professionals perfecting the art of flight. The artisans of aviation. The craft that brings our customers’ journey to life. In the hangar, on the ground, and behind the scenes. Enabling global flight, with passion.
Position Summary
We’re looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Senior Accountant who’s passionate about numbers and delivering top-notch service to our clients. You’ll take ownership of your work, maintaining accurate financial records and preparing key financial statements.
Beyond handling journal entries, reconciling accounts, and supporting month-end reporting, we’ll rely on your initiative to identify opportunities for process improvements and deliver insights through variance analysis. You’ll collaborate closely with operations, finance teams, and the Director of Finance, but you’ll also thrive working autonomously, making sound decisions that support our financial goals while ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulations.
This hybrid role allows for flexibility, with at least four days a week in our Scottsdale, AZ location. The posted salary ranges will default to that of your regional location and will not include any premiums. The baseline range will be as follows: $72,000-$82,000.
If you’re a self-starter who is passionate about customer experience and excels at working independently while contributing to a dynamic, cross-functional team, we’d love to hear from you!
Requirements
We offer a comprehensive benefits and total rewards package designed to support your well-being and career growth. Our packages include competitive salaries, performance based annual bonuses, health and wellness programs, retirement plans, and paid time off, along with opportunities for professional development. We value our employees and strive to create an environment where you can thrive both personally and professionally. We aspire to foster work environments where all employees feel respected and are empowered to contribute effectively.
At Jet Aviation eligible employees can enjoy a comprehensive package that fuels your passions both inside and outside of work. Your health and well-being matter to us. That’s why we offer a competitive benefit package that includes health, dental & vision insurance, matching 401(k), health savings and flexible spending accounts, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, employee assistance programs, health and wellness awards, generous paid time off, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts and more.
Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans
Nearest Major Market: Phoenix
Scottsdale, AZ, US, 85260
Flexible Work Arrangement: Hybrid
Job Category: Finance
Career Level: Professional
Requisition Id: 5297
Since 1967, Jet Aviation has been crafting flight in its smoothest form. From one hangar in Basel, Switzerland, to over 4,500 employees, and some 50 locations worldwide. Aircraft Management, Aircraft Sales, Charter, Completions, Government Services, FBO, Fixed and Rotary Wing Maintenance, and Staffing. Behind every seamless Jet Aviation experience, is a team of dedicated professionals perfecting the art of flight. The artisans of aviation. The craft that brings our customers’ journey to life. In the hangar, on the ground, and behind the scenes. Enabling global flight, with passion.
Position Summary
We’re looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Senior Accountant who’s passionate about numbers and delivering top-notch service to our clients. You’ll take ownership of your work, maintaining accurate financial records and preparing key financial statements.
Beyond handling journal entries, reconciling accounts, and supporting month-end reporting, we’ll rely on your initiative to identify opportunities for process improvements and deliver insights through variance analysis. You’ll collaborate closely with operations, finance teams, and the Director of Finance, but you’ll also thrive working autonomously, making sound decisions that support our financial goals while ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulations.
This hybrid role allows for flexibility, with at least four days a week in our Scottsdale, AZ location. The posted salary ranges will default to that of your regional location and will not include any premiums. The baseline range will be as follows: $72,000-$82,000.
If you’re a self-starter who is passionate about customer experience and excels at working independently while contributing to a dynamic, cross-functional team, we’d love to hear from you!
Requirements
- You have a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related discipline.
- You bring 5 years of senior-level accounting experience, ideally with a passion for customer service.
- You are an adept user of Excel, with advanced skills in pivot tables, VLOOKUP, financial modeling, and creative use of formulas to build effective spreadsheets.
- You are proficient with accounting software, with SAP, being one of your preferred tools.
- You have a solid understanding of GAAP, and you apply it confidently while working independently with minimal oversight.
- You thrive in an autonomous role, handling high-pressure situations with strong problem-solving abilities and delivering results that align with organizational goals.
- Manage the full accounting cycle for assigned locations using SAP and other collaboration system tools, including journal entries, reconciliations, and month-end close.
- Prepare accurate financial statements and reports, ensuring compliance with GAAP and company policies.
- Conduct variance analysis to identify trends and provide actionable insights to management.
- Collaborate with internal teams to support financial goals and enhance cross-functional process.
- Identify and drive process improvements that increase efficiency and accuracy in accounting tasks.
- Work autonomously with minimal oversight, meeting deadlines and delivering high-quality results.
- Proactive problem solver who identifies issues before they become problems and offers creative solutions that drive efficiency and accuracy.
- Strong leadership qualities, with the ability to mentor junior team members and lead projects with confidence.
- Adaptability in a fast-paced environment, easily adjusting to shifting priorities and managing multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Curiosity and continuous learning mindset, staying updated on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices to bring fresh ideas to the table.
- Exceptional attention to detail, with a talent for spotting inconsistencies and ensuring precision in every aspect of the work.
- Excellent communication skills, able to simplify complex financial information for non-financial stakeholders and influence decisions across departments.
- Collaborative team player, while also being comfortable working independently with minimal guidance.
We offer a comprehensive benefits and total rewards package designed to support your well-being and career growth. Our packages include competitive salaries, performance based annual bonuses, health and wellness programs, retirement plans, and paid time off, along with opportunities for professional development. We value our employees and strive to create an environment where you can thrive both personally and professionally. We aspire to foster work environments where all employees feel respected and are empowered to contribute effectively.
At Jet Aviation eligible employees can enjoy a comprehensive package that fuels your passions both inside and outside of work. Your health and well-being matter to us. That’s why we offer a competitive benefit package that includes health, dental & vision insurance, matching 401(k), health savings and flexible spending accounts, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, employee assistance programs, health and wellness awards, generous paid time off, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts and more.
Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans
Nearest Major Market: Phoenix
Salary : $72,000 - $82,000