Senior Accounting Manager

Job Type Full-time Description About Tradewind: Tradewind Aviation is a leading Part 135 commuter and on-demand private charter operator with operational bases at the Waterbury/Oxford, CT (OXC), Westchester, NY (HPN), Stuart, FL (SUA) and San Juan, PR (SJU) airports. Founded by aviation enthusiasts in 2001 on the premise that all flights deserve the highest quality aircraft, crew, and service, Tradewind provides personal air travel—both private and scheduled service—throughout North America and the Caribbean. For more details visit www.flytradewind.com Job Description ABOUT THE CANDIDATE / ROLE Tradewind Aviation is currently seeking a Senior Accounting Manager to join a dynamic Finance team in our Middlebury, Connecticut Corporate office. This position is a critical role that will be tasked with leading the financial close monthly, prepare financial statements, manage key accounting areas including intercompany accounts, inventory and fixed assets, and performing ad hoc analysis as requested. In addition, this candidate is expected to have a strong understanding of accounting principles and drive a strong control environment, partnering with the Controller. This individual should have very strong attention to detail, the ability to work independently, solve problems and be comfortable leading and interacting with the team with respect to their expertise. This role will interact regularly with the Controller, head of FP & A and CFO of Tradewind Aviation to discuss financials, systems and the internal control environment. Essential Duties Manage the monthly financial close process, ensuring that all financial statements are accurate, complete, and in compliance with GAAP, including ensuring all costs incurred are properly recorded, reviewing journal entries, account balance reconciliations and report preparationImplement an accrual system for close processEnsure the timely reporting of all monthly financial statements with assistance of finance teamPrepare account analysis YOYInventory and fixed asset accounting – analyze inventory balances, investigate variances, create analysis, and monitor inventory for excess & obsolescenceLead the annual physical inventory Document and access process improvementPrepare intercompany reconciliations monthly, understand and resolve variancesManage accounting for non-core operating entities and financial statement preparationCreate a strong control environment by working alongside finance and non-finance personnel to ensure processes are executed in accordance with company policyHelp upgrade overall department internal controls through process understanding, control identification and solution implementation. Review monthly account reconciliations and verify the balances are consistent with GAAPWork with the controller to establish priorities and identify opportunities for improvementCoordinate with external auditors to ensure efficient reviews of financial data and audit process design and develop policy and procedure repositoriesComplete special projects and ad hoc analysis as requestedManage AP vendor approvals through Ramp, preventing fraud risk to the AP work flow, ensuring proper tax set upReview controls including AP/AR oversight, key control of routine reconciliationsSupport cash managementPartner with FP & A on budget and forecast matters Requirements QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance with a strong understanding of US GAAP/Financial Accounting7+ years of progressive Accounting experience is required preferably with some managerial experience Experience creating, implementing, managing, and monitoring effective internal controlsExperience in public accounting is a plus Passionate about leading change and solving problems Exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Strong managerial presence that reflects a participative, proactive, and hands-on operating style Ability to adhere to tight deadlines and manage prioritiesERP experience; demonstrated ability to learn a new systemERP system implementations experience a plusHighly proficient in Microsoft ExcelMust be self-driven, detail oriented, and possess strong organizational skills including time-management and prioritization. Must possess strong communication skills to interact with leadership and various departmentsCurrent or aspiring CMA or CPA is a plus Physical Requirements Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computerBe able to lift 15 lbs. of weight Tradewind Aviation offers a competitive pay and benefits program for full-time team members: Comprehensive health and voluntary insurance plansRetirement plan with company matchPaid time offStandby travel on select Tradewind Aviation scheduled flightsDiscounted standby travel benefits on numerous major and regional US and international airlinesA rewarding career path with opportunities for growth and advancement throughout the organization Salary Range: $113,300 - $139,050 per year