Senior Financial Analyst

Job Purpose

This position is responsible for performing a variety of accounting tasks related to the maintenance of general ledger accounts, including the month-end close process, account reconciliations, and financial reporting. The primary objective is to ensure the delivery of timely and accurate financial information to management and other stakeholders to support strategic decision-making. In addition to core accounting responsibilities, this role will actively contribute to the budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis processes, supporting the development and execution of the Company’s quarterly, annual, and mid-term financial and strategic plans.

Key Accountabilities

Prepare accruals, journal entries and drive completion of the month end close process. Review entries in the general ledger and subsidiary ledgers for accuracy; research discrepancies and make corrections.

Assist with preparation of quarterly forecasts, mid-term and long-term plan updates, working with department heads to analyze headcount, operating expenses, and capital expenses. Assist with review of forecast vs. actual performance on a monthly basis with accountable leaders

Prepare monthly reconciliations of assigned accounts and investigate and clear any open differences.

Assist with preparation of monthly management reports and analysis.

Record and track Customer aircraft deposits; provide pro-forma and final invoices for aircraft deliveries; apply payments and verify amounts prior to aircraft departure.

Review intra-company and inter-company accounts and transactions to ensure they are recorded accurately and reconcile.

Use analytical skills along with an in-depth knowledge of system applications to provide ad-hoc reporting. Monitor activity and ensure integrity between Customer Service business system and SAP.

Help drive system and process improvements and support ongoing testing as changes are implemented.

Maintain sound accounting methods and systems in accordance with corporate policies, US GAAP, and IFRS

Qualifications, Experience, and Skills

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance

5 years of accounting experience, manufacturing or service industry a plus

Strong experience with Microsoft Office Suite.

CPA or CMA not required, but a plus.

2 to 5 years of experience with an ERP system, SAP strongly preferred.

Ability to work with minimal supervision in a team-oriented environment.

Strong technical accounting skills with core knowledge of internal controls, US GAAP and IFRS.

Ability to work effectively with all levels and act as a relationship builder and collaborator; ability to drive consensus.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills; presenting in and facilitating meetings.

Excellent time management and organizational skills with ability to meet deadlines.

Key Performance Indicators

All month end close activities completed in a timely and accurate manner.

Timely preparation and submission of quarterly and mid to long term forecasts.

General Ledger and Intercompany account reconciliations maintained with no aged reconciling items.

Timely response and feedback for requests related to aircraft deliveries.

Working Conditions

Incumbents may be required to stand, sit, squat, walk, bend, climb ladders, move, reach, or stretch for prolonged time periods with no restrictions, as required by job duties.

Work in a safe and professional manner while adhering to all regulatory requirements (FAA, OSHA, DOT, EPA, State, and Federal regulations, etc.).

Read, hear, speak, and see with no restrictions, as required by job duties.

Comprehend and adhere to management directions and / or safety instructions with no restrictions.

Effectively communicate in Business English language.

Pull, push, carry, lift, or move items up to 10 lbs. throughout the work shift without assistance, as required by job duties.

Open office environment fast paced.

Travel and overtime are as required.