Corporate Controller in Aurora, Oregon at Columbia Helicopters, Inc.

For over 65 years, Columbia Helicopters has been a trusted provider of heavy-lift helicopter services. We create new aircraft, fly heavy-lift helicopters around the world, and provide maintenance support to ensure you are mission-ready for critical operations. If you are passionate about aviation, join our Columbia Family!

The Corporate Controller at Columbia Helicopters, Inc. is responsible for leading the company’s accounting operations and financial controls. Reporting to the CFO, this role oversees financial close processes, ensures compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements, and drives continuous improvement across accounting functions.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Lead monthly and year-end close processes, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Oversee all accounting functions, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash management, and treasury.
• Manage fixed assets and capital expenditure processes.
• Ensure compliance with ASC 606 (revenue recognition) and ASC 842 (lease accounting) standards.
• Coordinate and lead external audits, including year-end audit activities.
• Oversee payroll accounting in partnership with HR to ensure accurate processing and reporting.
• Maintain and strengthen internal controls and the overall accounting control environment.
• Support debt compliance, bank reporting, and collateral audits/appraisals.
• Oversee journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and preparation of monthly workpapers.
• Partner with leadership to deliver financial insights, analysis, and reporting.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to improve processes and enhance operational efficiency.
• Develop and mentor accounting team members, fostering a high-performing team.
• Stay current on accounting standards, regulatory changes, and industry best practices.

WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA preferred).
• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including:
• Controller or Assistant Controller experience
• At least 5 years in a leadership role
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls.
• Experience with ERP systems, payroll, and expense management systems preferred.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• High integrity and commitment to ethical standards.

WHAT YOU WILL LOVE ABOUT WORKING HERE:

At Columbia, we believe great people do their best work when they feel supported, challenged, and valued. We’re more than a workplace, we’re a team built on trust, collaboration, and a shared commitment to doing meaningful work.

Competitive Pay & Strong Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial wellness, and work–life balance. Depending on your role, this may include medical, dental, and vision coverage, retirement plans with company contributions, paid time off, and employee wellness resources.

Growth & Career Development

We invest in our people. From training and development opportunities to internal mobility and leadership support, Columbia encourages continuous learning and long-term career growth.

Purpose-Driven Culture

Your work matters here. Every role contributes to our broader mission, and we believe in empowering employees to make an impact, share ideas, and help shape the future of the company.

A Team That Has Your Back

We foster a collaborative, inclusive environment where people are respected, encouraged, and supported. You’ll work alongside talented teammates who care about doing great work, and doing it together.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)