Senior Accountant

KP Aviation, an international supplier and procurer of aftermarket aviation components and assets, is searching for the next key member of our team! Our Senior Accountant is a critical member of our Finance and Accounting Department with significant oversight of accounting processes and bank reconciliations for our multilayered company and its affiliates. You will be immersed in an array of functions including in-depth analytics, financial reporting, and asset accounting to ensure we are up-to-date and accurate. This position is not your typical accounting role, as our dynamic industry and company structure will ensure that you are frequently engaged in a new challenges and opportunities for growth.

Your role will take you to new heights, as you will be tasked with these essential job responsibilities:

• Reviews and maintains financial reports, records, and general ledger accounts.
• Oversees account analysis and reconciliation, including bank statements and intercompany general ledger accounts.
• Performs general accounting functions related to monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes.
• Maintains documentation for Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, purchasing, and treasury.
• Performs monthly balance sheet reconciliations and makes adjusting journal entries.
• Performs monthly analytical reviews of financial statements and recommends improvements or adjustments, as needed.
• Records fixed asset acquisitions, disposition, and depreciation to ensure accuracy in accounting
• Reconciles balances for fixed assets and the general ledger, accumulated depreciation and depreciation expense
• Calculates and records accruals, in addition to reconciling actuals for internal accounts, including taxes.
• Responds to information requests, reviews financial statements, and assists with audits.
• Ensures compliance with internal controls, company procedures, and GAAP.
• Assists with conducting internal audits and internal control evaluations.
• Demonstrates resourcefulness, skill to independently manage and prioritize multiple tasks and projects with competing priorities and deadlines.
• Maintains confidentiality and a high level of professionalism throughout all aspects and responsibilities
• Provide accurate and timely information to customers and internal parties.
• Respond to phone calls and emails in a timely manner.
• Communicate with customers and representatives of internal departments in a professional manner
• Establish, develop and maintain long-lasting customer and vendor relationships.
• Participate in the development of organizational and operational excellence by upholding company policies and procedures as well as demonstrating a level of professionalism and communication consistent with the expectations of the position.
• Uphold a strong company image consistent with the company’s core values; maintain a culture of professionalism and quality.
• Performs other requests and duties as assigned by management.

To succeed in this role, you will need to have:

• Strong Knowledge and Ability to apply accounting principles, procedures and methods
• Knowledge of general ledger posting processes and general accounting transactions
• Knowledge of GAAP (Generally Accepting Accounting Principles)
• Knowledge of computer programs including Microsoft Office applications and general computer literacy
• Skill in verbal and written communication
• Skill in presenting information and effective communication
• Skill in problem solving, numeracy, and decision making/analysis
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of all company matters; communicate with tact and good judgment
• within scope of position
• Ability to be polite, considerate, and an effective communicator in stressful situations
• Ability to be flexible, self-directed, thorough, motivated, and multitask in stressful and fast-paced
• environment
• Ability to prioritize, while utilizing problem solving skills
• Ability to maintain records, review documents for accuracy, organize documents, calendar and track matters
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers, vendors, coworkers, management, and others
• Ability to develop and leverage relationships with customers, management and co-workers
• Ability to research and analyze information and make recommendations to management
• Ability to demonstrate professionalism and a team-driven attitude
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required
• CPA or MBA preferred but not required
• Minimum of (5) five years of related accounting experience required
• Candidates with international business experience are preferred
• Bilingual candidates will be preferred
• Experience working in a multi-level/multiple entity company preferred

We significantly value our employees and believe in compensating each with a substantial benefits and compensation package including:

• Starting Salary Range based on experience and qualifications.
• Generous Medical, Dental and Vision coverage (Employer pays 100% of employee premiums)
• 401(k) Plan with Employer Contribution
• Profit Sharing and Bonus opportunities
• Voluntary ancillary plans including Life Insurance, Accident and Hospital coverage
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays

KP Aviation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, veteran status, disability status, age, or other legally protected characteristic. Employment is based on qualifications, merit, and business need.