Senior Accountant

Latitude 33 Aviation; Carlsbad (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

PTO

Job summary

Latitude 33 Aviation in Carlsbad, CA is seeking a Senior Accountant to ensure the accuracy and timeliness of owner statements, journal accruals, and specialty reports while coordinating with flight operations, charter and maintenance teams to streamline expense reporting and data flow.

The role emphasizes GAAP compliance, cross-department collaboration, and ongoing process improvements in a fast-paced aviation environment.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of accounting experience with GAAP knowledge.
• Strong Excel skills and ability to work with cross-functional teams.
• Experience in aviation accounting or related industry is preferred.
• Proactive problem-solver with attention to detail and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Support monthly owner statement cycle, issuing statements by the 20th business day.
• Prepare journal entry accruals and charter/maintenance cost reporting.
• Develop tail- and trip-specific P&L reports and ensure accurate coding.
• Coordinate with flight operations, charter and maintenance teams for data flow.
• Improve processes and automate accounting tasks; ensure GAAP compliance.

Skills

Excel

Tools

Jet Insight

QuickBooks Online

Bill.com

Job description

Company: Latitude 33 Aviation

Location: Carlsbad, CA

Reports to: Accounting Manager

Latitude 33 Aviation is seeking a detail-oriented, proactive Senior Accountant to join our accounting team. As an industry leader built by pilots, we operate in a fast-paced, high-standard environment that demands both technical accounting precision and effective cross-departmental coordination. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of aircraft owner statements, journal entry accruals, specialty reports, and fostering strong communication with our flight operations, charter and maintenance departments to streamline expense reporting and financial data flow.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Statements

• Assist in the monthly owner statement cycle, ensuring all statements are issued by the 20th working day of each month.
• Collaborate on monthly financial reports within 5 working days of statement distribution.
• Generation of Charter Trip Profitability report twice a month.
• Aviation related State and Federal specialty tax filings as well as other routine filings.
• Develop and maintain tail-specific and trip-specific P&L reports to provide deeper visibility into aircraft performance.
• Ensure high accuracy in financial reporting by implementing rigorous reconciliation procedures and cross-checking processes.

Operational Accounting & Expense Management

• Standardize and optimize the credit card receipt reconciliation process. Proactively collaborate with dedicated pilots, charter coordinators, and maintenance staff to ensure timely receipt submission, reducing administrative overhead.
• Review and approve invoices, ensuring accurate coding and alignment with aircraft-specific general ledger categories.
• Integrate financial data from Jet Insight (JI) into accounting workflows to improve transparency for aircraft owners.

Process Improvement & Systems

• Drive the documentation and automation of accounting processes to replace manual, legacy methods.
• Serve as a bridge between the accounting department and operations, facilitating clear communication regarding financial expectations, invoice coding, and budget adherence.
• Assist in upgrading reporting capabilities and system integrations to provide real-time financial insights.

Qualifications

• Experience: 3–5+ years of progressive accounting experience. Experience in the aviation or charter industry is highly preferred.
• Technical Proficiency: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Experience with QuickBooks Online or similar accounting software and familiarity with flight operations management software (Jet Insight) is a significant advantage.
• Communication: Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with diverse teams, including flight crews, maintenance technicians, and charter coordinators.
• Analytical Skills: Proven ability to identify discrepancies, streamline complex data sets, and maintain high standards of accuracy under tight monthly deadlines.
• Self-Starter: A proactive approach to problem-solving and process improvement, capable of working independently in a fast-paced environment.
• GAAP: Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with aviation accounting software and ERP systems.
• Knowledge of FAA regulations affecting financial operations.
• Experience in aviation, aerospace, transportation, or a similarly regulated industry.
• Experience with aircraft leasing, charter operations, maintenance accounting, or FBO accounting.

Technical Skills

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Experience with ERP/accounting systems - Excel advanced knowledge, Quickbooks Online, Bill.com, etc.
• Internal controls and audit management.

Benefits and Perks

• Unique opportunity to work inside the world of private aviation with San Diego’s largest private jet charter, management and sales/acquisitions company.
• Ability to hop on empty private jet flights from/to Carlsbad.
• Full-time benefits include health insurance contribution, 401(k) matching, and a competitive PTO package.

Work Environment

• Office-based position with occasional remote work opportunities.
• May require additional hours during month-end, year-end close, audits, or major financial projects.
• Frequent collaboration with executive leadership and operational teams.