Senior Accountant - Jet Charter Operations

This is a hybrid position , requiring the ability to work on-site at our office in Kirkland, WA, while offering flexibility to work from home. The standard schedule is typically three days in the office and two days remote , though this may vary based on business needs. Please note, this role is not eligible for fully remote work .

Company Overview

Eleven Aviation is a premier aviation startup located in the Pacific Northwest, dedicated to providing exceptional service to high-end clients. As an emerging organization, our mission is to deliver unparalleled customer experiences by catering to the unique needs and preferences of our clientele. We strive to set a new standard of private charters with our commitment to excellence, attention to detail, and personalized service.

We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive, close-knit environment where teamwork and collaboration thrive. Come join our team and play a key role in the financial success of our organization!

Job Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Senior Accountant to join our dynamic team specializing in jet charter operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting principles, financial analysis, and regulatory compliance, with a particular focus on the unique financial aspects of the aviation industry. This role will play a crucial part in ensuring the financial health and compliance of our company's operations.

What You'll Be Doing :

Apply critical and analytical thinking to assess financial performance, explain variances, and strengthen accounting processes.

Partner with business units to deliver financial insights, ensure compliance, and drive process and system improvements.

Build, maintain, and refine financial models to support monthly reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and strategic decision-making.

Support the Staff Accountant with general ledger maintenance, journal entries, reconciliations, and month / year-end close, while providing guidance if needed.

Design, implement, and manage multi-entity transaction flows to ensure accuracy and efficiency.

Ensure compliance and maintain accuracy and integrity across all accounting processes and financial reporting.

Qualifications :

A bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field is required.

5 to 7 years of experience in accounting, or a similar role.

Demonstrated track record of increasing levels of responsibility, from managing small projects or individual contributions to owning large, complex initiatives.

Strong foundation in accounting principles, financial analysis, and reporting, with advanced Excel and financial modeling expertise; familiarity with ERP and financial systems.

Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and detail-oriented skills with a commitment to accuracy, integrity, and delivering meaningful insights.

Effective communicator and collaborator, able to influence stakeholders, translate financial data for non-financial audiences, and thrive in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.

High level of integrity, adaptability, and teamwork, with a focus on continuous improvement and customer service.

Compensation

The base compensation range for this position is $100,000 to $130,000  annually. Exact compensation may vary based on the chosen candidate’s skills and experience. This role is also eligible for an annual bonus program.

Benefits :

Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverages.

401(k) retirement savings plan with a 4% company match.

Paid Time Off – Vacation, Sick, Holidays ,Service Day, and Health & Wellness Day.

Exciting opportunities to help grow and develop a start-up organization and enhance your experience and skillset.

Physical Requirements

To successfully perform the essential functions of this job, the employee must be able to :

Perform work in a professional office environment.

Lift, push, and pull up to 25 lbs.

Must be able to use standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and fax machines.

Regularly required to sit, and to move about the various work environments to train, monitor and ensure compliance with all company requirements.

Verbally communicate with employees, co-workers and customers in person and by phone.

Occasional travel to various worksites that may require overnight stays, flights, and / or prolonged travel in a vehicle.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of requirements for the work being performed by associates assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

EEO Statement

Eleven Aviation is committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status with respect to recruitment, hiring, promotion and other terms and conditions of employment.

The chosen candidate must be able to pass a background check prior to their start date.