Controller

Position Description

Responsible for overseeing the company's accounting operations, financial reporting, internal controls, cash management, and tax compliance while managing the daily activities of the accounting department.

Position Summary
The Controller is responsible for managing the company's accounting functions and ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial records, reporting, and internal controls. This role oversees accounting staff and daily departmental operations, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, account reconciliations, journal entries, notes payable, recurring payments, and fixed asset management.

Additional responsibilities include tracking financial data, preparing financial statements in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), managing month-end closing activities, performing technical accounting analysis, and overseeing monthly, quarterly, and annual tax reporting, filing, and compliance. The Controller also manages cash flow and the company's daily cash position, prepares daily cash reports for the company president, oversees annual property tax reporting and state annual reports, and manages motor vehicle purchases, licensing, and sales.

The Controller will also coordinate with outside accountants for the annual review and work closely with company leadership to support financial operations and maintain effective accounting practices.

Position Location and Schedule

Full-time, first-shift position at AVMATS Jet Support.

18377 Edison Ave.
Chesterfield, MO 63005

Monday - Friday

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting with 2-5 years of experience in public or corporate accounting.

• Demonstrated knowledge of accounting principles, internal controls, and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).

• Experience in financial analysis and preparation of financial statements and projections.

• Ability to manage and participate in the daily operations of accounting staff.

• Team-oriented attitude with a collaborative approach to working with peers, direct reports, and upper management.

• High proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel.

• Detailed understanding of both the benefits and risks of using artificial intelligence in executing job responsibilities.

Preferred Experience or Qualifications

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation strongly preferred.

• Experience with Microsoft Great Plains General Ledger software.