Senior Accounting Manager: Close, Controls & GAAP

Tradewind; Middlebury (CT); On-site; USD 120,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k)

Paid time off

Parental leave

Travel benefits

Job summary

Tradewind Aviation, a leading Part 135 operator, is seeking a Senior Accounting Manager for its Middlebury, Connecticut corporate office. You will lead monthly close, prepare financial statements, manage intercompany, inventory and fixed assets, and partner with the Controller to strengthen internal controls.

This role requires 7+ years of accounting experience, strong US GAAP knowledge, and excellent communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance with US GAAP knowledge.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Experience creating, implementing, managing, and monitoring effective internal controls.
• Public accounting experience is a plus.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills; detail-oriented and deadline-driven.

Responsibilities

• Manage monthly close process in GAAP-compliant manner.
• Prepare financial statements and intercompany reconciliations.
• Oversee inventory and fixed asset accounting; analyze variances.
• Coordinate with external auditors and support audit process.
• Strengthen internal controls and drive process improvements.
• Support cash management and budgeting alongside FP&A.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Time management

Leadership presence

Prioritization

Self-driven

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CMA or CPA (bonus)

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Tradewind Aviation, a leading Part 135 operator, is seeking a Senior Accounting Manager for its Middlebury, Connecticut corporate office. You will lead monthly close, prepare financial statements, manage intercompany, inventory and fixed assets, and partner with the Controller to strengthen internal controls.

This role requires 7+ years of accounting experience, strong US GAAP knowledge, and excellent communication.