Senior Accountant

Senior Accountant

Private Aviation | Financial Reporting | Process Improvement

Looking for an opportunity that's anything but a traditional accounting role? We're seeking a Senior Accountant to join a growing aviation organization where you'll play a key role in financial reporting, operational accounting, and process improvement initiatives. This position offers significant visibility across the business and the chance to collaborate with teams outside of accounting while helping drive accuracy, efficiency, and informed decision-making.

What You'll Do

• Support month-end close activities, including journal entries, accruals, reconciliations, and general ledger maintenance
• Prepare financial reports, account analyses, and reporting packages for business stakeholders
• Review expenses and invoices to ensure proper coding, accuracy, and compliance with company policies
• Partner with operational teams to improve financial visibility and reporting accuracy
• Assist with profitability analysis and business reporting initiatives
• Support tax filings, audit requests, and internal control processes
• Help streamline accounting workflows through process improvements and automation efforts
• Contribute to system enhancements and reporting optimization projects
• Assist with special projects and ad hoc financial analysis as needed

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting principles
• Experience with month-end close, reconciliations, journal entries, and general ledger accounting
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Experience working with accounting software and ERP systems
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally
• Self-motivated with a proactive approach to ownership and continuous improvement

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience within aviation, aerospace, transportation, or other regulated industries
• QuickBooks Online, Bill.com, or similar accounting software experience
• Exposure to audit support and internal controls
• Experience supporting operationally driven accounting environments
• Background in process improvement, automation, or reporting enhancements

Why Join Us?

• Unique opportunity to work within the private aviation industry
• High-visibility role with exposure to leadership and key business initiatives
• Opportunity to influence process improvements and reporting enhancements
• Collaborative environment with strong cross-functional partnerships
• Diverse responsibilities that extend beyond traditional accounting functions
• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Long-term growth potential within a stable and expanding organization

Work Environment

• Professional office environment in Carlsbad, CA
• Collaborative and team-oriented culture
• Frequent interaction with operational and leadership teams
• Opportunity to contribute to impactful projects across the organization
• Additional hours may occasionally be required during month-end close, audits, or special projects

This is a Permanent position based out of Carlsbad, CA.

The pay range for this position is $75000.00 - $95000.00/yr.

Competitive benefits package including health benefits, 401(k) match, and PTO

This is a fully onsite position in Carlsbad,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 19, 2026.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.