Staff Accountant

Dassault Falcon Jet; Florida; On-site; USD 56,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

HSA/FSA options

401k with match

Life Insurance

Disability Benefits

Supplemental Insurance

Group Legal

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Discounts

Job summary

Dassault Falcon Jet recently opened a state-of-the-art flagship MRO facility at Melbourne Orlando International Airport (KMLB) in Melbourne, Florida. The Staff Accountant will support journal entries, reconciliations, financial analysis, and internal controls within a regulated aerospace environment.

This role collaborates with finance, tax, accounts payable and business partners to improve accuracy and timeliness of reporting, participating in month-end closes and special projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting and 1–3 years of accounting experience.
• Excel proficiency and data analysis skills, with knowledge of U.S. GAAP.
• Detail-oriented with strong communication skills and ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Experience with journal entries and account reconciliations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review monthly financial statements.
• Perform month-end close activities and journal entries.
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts and analyze monthly results.
• Coordinate with finance, tax, accounts payable, and business partners.
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives.
• Support internal controls, audits, and policy adherence.
• Perform special projects as assigned.

Skills

Excel expertise

GAAP knowledge

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Master’s degree in accounting/finance

CPA certification or CPA candidate

Tools

SAP

Job description

Dassault Falcon Jet recently opened a state-of-the-art flagship Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) facility at the Melbourne Orlando International Airport (KMLB) in Melbourne, Florida. Dassault Falcon Jet will serve customers across North and South America and beyond, the complex will accommodate all current Falcon models, (including the new, ultra-long-range Falcon 10X, the largest purpose-built business jet), and will be capable of performing major maintenance and modifications on up to 18 Falcon models.

Job Summary

The Staff Accountant is responsible for preparing journal entries, account reconciliations, financial analysis, and other related reports. The position investigates variances, maintains complete and accurate supporting documentation, supports internal controls and audits, and collaborates with business partners to improve the accuracy, efficiency, and timeliness of the accounting process.

Principal Duties

• Assists in the preparation and review of monthly financial statements.
• Performs month-end close activities and journal entries as necessary.
• Reconciles balance sheet accounts and prepares monthly account analysis; researches and resolves reconciliation differences and recommends corrective actions within established departmental deadlines.
• Coordinates with finance, tax, accounts payable, and other business partners when researching financial transactions and results.
• Contributes to continuous process improvement initiatives.
• Supports internal controls, audit requests, and adherence to corporate accounting policies in a regulated aerospace environment.
• Performs special projects and other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting.
• 1-3 years of accounting experience, preferably including journal entry preparation and account reconciliation.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including advanced formulas and data analysis functions, and proficiency in other Microsoft Office applications.
• A working knowledge of U.S. GAAP and internal control principles.
• Strong problem‑solving abilities.
• Consistent planning and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple assignments and meet established deadlines.
• Must be detail-oriented with strong verbal and written communication skills.

Additional Desired Qualifications

• Master’s degree in accounting or finance and/or CPA certification or CPA candidate.
• Ability to work with IT to implement automation initiatives.
• Prior experience with SAP or related ERP system is preferred.

Working Conditions

Office environment with extensive computer use.

The compensation for this position typically falls between $56,000 and $69,000 per year. This position is not eligible for overtime. This position may be eligible for a sign on bonus, shift differential or relocation assistance. Note, the final compensation offered to a successful candidate will depend on several factors that may include but are not limited to the type and years of relevant experience, Falcon-specific experience, relevant education/certifications, geographic location, and shift.

Our total compensation package also offers comprehensive healthcare coverage (Medical/Prescription, Dental, Vision), HSA and FSA options, 401k Plan with Company Match, Life Insurance, Disability Benefits, Supplemental Insurance, Group Legal, Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Discounts and much more.

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