Accountant

Position Summary

The Accountant supports key accounting functions including accounts receivable, accounts payable, billing, and financial analysis. This role contributes to accurate financial reporting, timely month-end close activities, and responsive support to internal teams and aircraft owners.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly balance sheets and income statements for aircraft owners summarizing aircraft activity as part of the month-end close process.
• Prepare and post journal entry accruals, deferrals, and reclasses.
• Review owner statement pass-through financials for accuracy.
• Perform reconciliations between flight software and the general ledger.
• Process member trip invoicing in flight software, verify billing data from Client Services, and enter/post sales transactions in the general ledger.
• Respond to follow-up questions from customers, aircraft owners, and base Presidents; provide supporting documentation, address discrepancies, and resolve issues promptly.
• Process fuel and vendor invoices in flight software and enter/post payables in the general ledger.
• Reconcile pilot credit cards and accurately apply charges to trips and/or client invoices.
• Maintain knowledge of acceptable accounting practices and procedures.
• Regular and predictable on-site attendance.
• Demonstrate Jet Linx's core values and "Supply the High" in all interactions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills & Abilities

• Strong attention to detail with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact at all levels of the organization and with customers.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Self-motivated with the initiative to research and resolve issues.
• Basic understanding of general accounting principles.
• Ability to learn and adhere to generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; ability to learn accounting and flight operations software.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment.

Education and Work Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, or related field, required.
• No previous accounting experience required.

Physical Requirements

• Majority of work is performed in a standard office environment.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Ability to stand, sit, walk, talk, and hear to perform daily job functions.
• Ability to occasionally move up to 25 pounds.

Documentation Requirements

• Ability to obtain a U.S. driver's license.
• Proof of eligibility to work in the US.

Compensation

Starting base annual salary for this position ranges from $58,500 to $75,000. Actual base salary provided is dependent upon geographic location, aircraft size (crew positions), relevant education, training and experience of the candidate.

Benefits

• Health, dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) with 6% company match
• Paid time off
• Company paid life and short-term disability coverage