Aviation Finance & Inventory Accountant

HEICO Corporation; Florida; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Disability & Life insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Paid time off

Job summary

Sherwood Aviation is a recognized leader in the Aerospace and Defense Industry, providing Repair & Overhaul, Sales, OEM distribution, engineering, manufacturing, and training to customers worldwide. We seek a Staff Accountant to support daily accounting operations, ensure accurate financial reporting, and assist with GAAP compliance.

The Staff Accountant will work closely with the Controller to manage general ledger activities, inventory accounting, cost tracking, and timely financial reporting

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 3+ years of progressive accounting experience, including supervisory responsibilities.
• Experience in aviation, aerospace, aircraft maintenance, manufacturing, or regulated industries preferred.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, budgeting, and internal controls.
• Experience with ERP systems and advanced Excel; aviation maintenance software preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain accurate general ledger entries, journal entries, and account reconciliations.
• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.
• Prepare financial statements, supporting schedules, and management reports.
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts, including cash, AR, AP, inventory, and accruals.
• Monitor inventory transactions and cost allocations; assist with audits as needed.
• Support internal and external audits by providing schedules and documentation.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Financial reporting

Advanced Excel

Internal controls

Supervisory experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Aviation maintenance software

Job description

Sherwood Aviation is a recognized leader in the Aerospace and Defense Industry, providing Repair & Overhaul, Sales, OEM distribution, engineering, manufacturing, and training to customers worldwide. We seek a Staff Accountant to support daily accounting operations, ensure accurate financial reporting, and assist with GAAP compliance.

The Staff Accountant will work closely with the Controller to manage general ledger activities, inventory accounting, cost tracking, and timely financial reporting