Senior Accountant in Mesa, Arizona at KP AVIATION LLC

JOB DESCRIPTION

Senior Accountant

IDENTIFICATION SECTION:

Position Title: Senior Accountant Date: April 2026

Location: Mesa, AZ Classification: Exempt

Reports to: Controller FLSA Exemption: Professional

GENERAL SUMMARY:

The Senior Accountant is critical to the Accounting/Finance department, due to their significant oversight of accounting processes, bank reconciliations for our multilayered company, and high-level general ledger account reconciliation. The position performs in-depth analytics, financial reporting to include project-based accounting to ensure accuracy. The position is responsible for maintaining financial records, performing journal entries, assisting with periodic close and budgeting processes, conducting internal audits, compiling reports, and maintaining documentation related to compliance and audits. Performs any other requests or duties as assigned by management.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Reviews and maintains financial reports, records, and general ledger accounts.
• Oversee 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.
• Demonstrate 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.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• 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

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND CERTIFICATION:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field preferred
• CPA or MBA preferred but not required
• Minimum of (5) five years of related accounting experience with degree or (8) eight years without
• Candidates with international business experience are preferred
• Bilingual candidates will be preferred
• Experience working in a multi-level/multiple entity company preferred
• Foreign tax experience highly preferred
• Audit experience highly preferred