SENIOR ACCOUNTANT/ANALYST

Cutter Aviation, Inc.; Phoenix, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Cutter Aviation, Inc. is seeking an Accountant/Analyst in Phoenix, AZ. The role reports to the Controller and includes month-end close, bank reconciliations, fuel inventory reporting, and financial statement preparation.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s in accounting and 5+ years of accounting experience, with proficiency in Power BI, Dynamics 365 BC, and related financial systems. This role requires rigor, independence, and strong analytical skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting.
• 5+ years accounting experience.
• Experience with Power BI and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Month-end close responsibilities including journal entries and reconciliations.
• Fixed asset, cores/rotables accounting support.
• Assist with or coordinate sales tax compliance & reporting.
• Data analysis and reporting using Power BI and other software.
• Coordinate with auditors during year-end processes.

Skills

Analytical skills

Highly organized

Time management

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Tools

Power BI

Dynamics 365 Business Central

FinQuery

LeaseQuery

Job description

Cutter Aviation – Excellence in Aviation since 1928

As the leading aviation services provider in the Southwestern United States, Cutter Aviation’s success is powered by our people. We value hard work, reward exceptional service, and are committed to building long-term careers by supporting our employees every step of the way.

Position Summary:

Cutter Aviation is looking for an energetic, self-sufficient individual to join our team as an Accountant/Analyst. The Accountant/Analyst reports directly to the Controller.

Responsibilities (as primary or back-up) may include:

GL Accounting

• Various month end closing responsibilities including journal entries and related account reconciliations.
• Mulitiple Bank Account Reconciliations
• Monthly or Quarterly Fuel Inventory Reconciliations and related system adjustments and journal entries.
• Weekly fuel cost reporting, related pricing and cost updates, and system maintenance.
• Develop expertise in X-1 FBO (Fuel Sales & Inventory Management System)
• Fuel Load acccounting, tracking and reporting
• Preparing / Generating / Reviewing monthly & quarterly financial statements
• Various monthly reporting due to the City of Phoenix
• Assist with Fixed Asset System.
• Assist with Cores /Rotables Accounting.
• Various year end responsibilities inlcuding coordination with auditors
• Assist with or review - Sales Tax Compliance & Reporting.
• Account payables / Accounts receivables. Possibly some Management or Supervision in these areas
• Assist with new acquisition entity transition and accounting.
• Special projects as needed.
• Various other tasks and duties as assigned.
• Assist CFO with various projects.
• Forecasting and Planning assist CFO.
• Data analysis and reporting using Power BI and other software.
• Insurance Review and understand the various policies. Coordinate the annual renewal process including the maintaining and preparation of required reports and information. Manage claim activity, etc.
• Real Estate Leases Review and understand the leases including the terms and requirements including defined increases and capital outlays. Work with outside accounting firm to assure compliance with new lease accounting (FASB ASC 842) requirements.

Desired Skills and Qualities:

• Excellent Analytical skills
• Effective and efficient worker
• Process improvement oriented
• Highly organized with great time management skills

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting.
• 5+ years accounting experience.
• Analysis & planning experience.
• Dynamics 365 Business Central experience a plus
• Power BI experience preferred.
• FinQuery / LeaseQuery experience a plus

Other Requirements:

• Possess a valid driver’s license and a have clean driving record.
• Able to pass a background check.
• Ability to pass a drug screening test.

Ideal candidate will have the following work styles:

• Persistence in the face of obstacles.
• A willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.
• Being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations.
• Being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude.
• Being sensitive to others' needs and feelings and being understanding and helpful on the job.
• Guiding oneself with little or no supervision and depending on oneself to get things done IAW acceptable techniques and methods.
• Maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior even in very difficult situations.
• Accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high stress situations being open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace.