Accounting Manager - Financial Operations

unifi aviation, llc; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Unifi Aviation, LLC is seeking an Accounting Manager - Financial Operations to oversee month-end close, analyze profit and loss statements, and lead a team of accounting professionals. This role focuses on improving processes and ensuring accurate financial reporting across the organization.

You will mentor a team (5–6 offshore) and collaborate with Finance, IT, and Operations to ensure proper transaction coding and timely, accurate statements.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of experience in financial management or accounting.
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting or Economics (Master's degree is a plus).
• High proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint with exceptional technical skills.
• Hands-on experience with financial and statistical software; familiar with databases.
• CFA/CPA certification is a plus; strong communication and leadership required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee month-end close processes and review journals for revenue, expenses, AP, and AR.
• Analyze Profit & Loss accounts for discrepancies and perform timely reclassifications and accruals.
• Lead and mentor a team of 5-6 offshore accounting professionals.
• Develop and implement efficient accounting processes and controls.
• Collaborate with Finance, IT, Operations, and Fixed Assets to ensure proper transaction coding.
• Execute ad-hoc projects to improve financial reporting integrity.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical thinking

Team mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting/Economics

Master's degree preferred

CFA/CPA certification is a plus

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

SQL

PowerBi

Job description

The Accounting Manager - Financial Operations plays a vital role in our accounting team, overseeing month-end closing activities, analyzing profit and loss statements, leading a dedicated team, and enhancing accounting processes.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage month-end close processes, including calculation and review of journals pertaining to:
• Revenue
• Recurring Expenses
• Accounts Payable
• Accounts Receivable
• Work collaboratively with Finance to prepare monthly allocations for cross-utilized contracts.
• Engage with Operations, Finance, IT, Fixed Assets, and Accounts Payable to ensure proper transaction coding.
• Analyze Profit & Loss accounts for discrepancies and unusual activities, leading to timely reclassifications, accruals, and/or Pass-Through Billing.
• Execute ad-hoc projects to improve the integrity of financial reporting.
• Develop and mentor a team of 5-6 offshore accounting professionals.
• Create and implement efficient processes and controls.

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in financial management or accounting.
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting or Economics (Master's degree is a plus).
• High proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint with exceptional technical skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Hands-on experience with financial and statistical software.
• Proficient in advanced Excel functionalities, including complex formulas.
• Familiarity with databases, SQL, and advanced modeling techniques.
• Adept at presenting financial data through detailed reports and visual representations.
• Experience with PowerBi is an advantage.
• Relevant professional certification (e.g., CFA/CPA) is a plus. Join us at Unifi Aviation, LLC, where we value diversity and are committed to equal opportunity employment. We welcome applicants regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, or veteran status.