Aviation Finance Manager – Strategy, GAAP & Compliance

All Aviation Jobs; Denison (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Legionnaire, a Denison-based aviation firm, seeks an Accounting Manager to oversee all accounting operations, ensure accurate financial reporting, and provide strategic financial guidance.

The role focuses on GAAP/IFRS compliance, budgeting, forecasting, audits, and building a strong accounting team in a fast-paced government flight-testing environment in Denison, TX. A competitive salary accompanies the opportunity to influence safety and efficiency in our operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, or related fields.
• 5+ years in day to day accounting management or accounting roles, with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks Enterprise; strong GAAP/IFRS and financial reporting knowledge.
• Analytical and strategic thinking with the ability to provide actionable recommendations.
• Strong communication and leadership to collaborate with executives and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all accounting operations: general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, billing, cost accounting and revenue recognition.
• Prepare timely financial statements, monitor budgets, analyze variances and provide insights for strategic decisions.
• Coordinate budgets and financial forecasts aligned with company objectives.
• Develop and enforce internal controls; ensure GAAP/IFRS compliance and regulatory requirements.
• Lead annual audits, liaise with external auditors, and manage tax compliance.
• Build, mentor, and manage the accounting team and performance management.
• Provide financial guidance on mergers, acquisitions, investments and other initiatives.

Skills

Financial analysis

Strategic thinking

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Tools

QuickBooks Enterprise

Job description

Legionnaire, a Denison-based aviation firm, seeks an Accounting Manager to oversee all accounting operations, ensure accurate financial reporting, and provide strategic financial guidance.

The role focuses on GAAP/IFRS compliance, budgeting, forecasting, audits, and building a strong accounting team in a fast-paced government flight-testing environment in Denison, TX. A competitive salary accompanies the opportunity to influence safety and efficiency in our operations.