Aviation Controller: Lead Financial Close & Strategy

Automatic Data Processing, Inc.; Marana (AZ); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

PTO 3 weeks in first year + 7 holidays

Company-provided disability and life保险

Job summary

Ascent Aviation Services is seeking a Controller to lead and oversee all accounting operations across our organization. You will partner with executives on internal/external reporting, regulatory compliance, and strategic financial planning, ensuring accuracy and strong internal controls.

You will drive month-end close, financial analysis, and performance reporting while guiding a growing accounting team as we scale with new hangars and programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required; MBA preferred.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive accounting experience including A/R, collections, budgeting and financial analysis.
• ERP system experience required; Quantum ERP preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee daily accounting department operations, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Coordinate monthly, quarterly, and year-end close, balance sheet reconciliations, accruals, and adjusting entries.
• Support cost accounting functions, including job/work order revenue, COGS recognition, and P&L analysis until the Cost Accountant role is filled.
• Monitor and analyze financial data to produce timely reports for senior management.
• Establish and enforce GAAP-compliant policies and internal controls; coordinate annual audits.

Skills

Spreadsheet proficiency

Financial analysis

Leadership experience

English fluency

Attention to detail

Education

BS in Accounting or Finance

MBA preferred

Tools

Quantum ERP

Job description

Ascent Aviation Services is seeking a Controller to lead and oversee all accounting operations across our organization. You will partner with executives on internal/external reporting, regulatory compliance, and strategic financial planning, ensuring accuracy and strong internal controls.

You will drive month-end close, financial analysis, and performance reporting while guiding a growing accounting team as we scale with new hangars and programs.