Staff Accountant

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Elevate Aviation Group (EAG)

Job Title- Staff Accountant

Department- Finance

Reports to- Controller

Location- Hampton, New Hampshire

Who we are-

Founded in 1995, Elevate Aviation Group is the parent organization uniting Elevate Jet, Private Jet Services (PJS), and Elevate MRO under one standard of aviation excellence. We operate in the space between small operators and faceless corporations - large enough to deliver global capability, yet agile enough to provide true personal service. As we enter our fourth decade, we're revolutionizing how we approach the market, combining decades of operational expertise with modern technology to deliver certainty, safety, and seamless experiences across every stage of private aviation - from charter to acquisition, management, and maintenance.

Summary of position-

The Staff Accountant plays a crucial role in the finance department, contributing to the accuracy and effectiveness of the company's financial reporting and control. This position is responsible for supporting month-end close processes, performing balance sheet reconciliations, managing cash flow forecasting, participating in financial planning and analysis (FP&A), conducting variance analysis, and leading business process reengineering initiatives. Additionally, the Staff Accountant will manage the general ledger, support accounts payable, and ensure compliance with taxation and governance regulations. The ideal candidate will be a proactive, analytical, and detail-oriented professional capable of balancing multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities-

• Financial Reporting and Month-End Close : Assist in preparing accurate monthly financial statements by participating in month-end close processes. This includes journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations.
• Balance Sheet Reconciliation : Perform regular, detailed reconciliations of all balance sheet accounts to ensure their accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
• Cash Flow Management : Prepare cash flow forecasts and manage cash flow daily. Identify trends and provide insights for improving cash management.
• FP&A and Variance Analysis : Support the FP&A processes by contributing to budgeting, forecasting, and conducting variance analysis to understand differences between actuals and forecasts.
• Business Process Reengineering : Lead or contribute to initiatives aimed at improving financial processes and systems to increase efficiency and reduce errors.
• General Ledger Management : Maintain the integrity of the general ledger by ensuring all financial transactions are accounted for accurately and in a timely manner.
• Accounts Payable : Support the accounts payable process, including invoice processing, payment disbursements, and vendor communications.
• Taxation and Governance : Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal tax filings and regulations. Assist in the development and maintenance of internal controls to support financial and governance requirements.
• Additional Responsibilities : May include supporting accounts receivable, payroll, fixed asset management, and participating in audits (internal and external).

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