The Role
Lead and scale accounting operations for a growing private aviation company. Oversee a team of four, manage monthly/quarterly/annual close and audits, ensure GAAP-compliant financial statements, control tax and compliance activities, drive ERP and expense system improvements (Ramp), and partner with finance leadership on budgeting, forecasting, and trip-level profitability analysis.
Summary Generated by Built In
FlyUSA is a rapidly growing private aviation company delivering premium charter, aircraft management, and aviation services. We have been noted as the fastest growing private aviation firm in the country for the past two years. We are building a high-performance finance organization to support our expansion and ensure operational excellence.
Position Overview
FlyUSA is seeking a Corporate Controller to lead the company’s accounting operations, ensuring financial accuracy, compliance, and scalability as FlyUSA continues to grow. This role will oversee an accounting team of 4 and will be responsible for managing financial reporting, internal controls, and accounting processes across the organization.
This is a hands-on leadership role requiring both strategic oversight and tactical execution.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Team Management
Health & Wellness
Financial Support & Security
Time & Balance
Your Growth & Experience
Equal Opportunity Employer:
FlyUSA Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Position Overview
FlyUSA is seeking a Corporate Controller to lead the company’s accounting operations, ensuring financial accuracy, compliance, and scalability as FlyUSA continues to grow. This role will oversee an accounting team of 4 and will be responsible for managing financial reporting, internal controls, and accounting processes across the organization.
This is a hands-on leadership role requiring both strategic oversight and tactical execution.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Team Management
- Provide leadership and oversight of an accounting team of 4
- Build a high-performing, accountable, and scalable accounting function
- Establish clear goals and professional development plans
- Own the daily, monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes to support an annual audit
- Develop, implement, and own a comprehensive close checklist to ensure all accounting activities are documented, tracked, and completed accurately and on time
- Ensure timely and accurate preparation of financial statements in accordance with GAAP
- Review journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules
- Oversee general ledger, AP/AR, payroll accounting, and fixed assets
- Ensure proper revenue and cost recognition, throughout the Company's multiple lines of business (Charter, Aircraft Management, Maintenance, Partnership and Brokerage)
- Drive continuous improvement across accounting processes, workflows, and systems to support growth
- Establish and maintain strong internal controls and accounting policies
- Ensure compliance with GAAP, tax regulations, and industry-specific requirements
- Oversee all tax compliance activities, including direct and indirect taxes, ensuring timely and accurate filings
- Coordinate and partner with external service providers (tax advisors, auditors, and consultants) to support compliance and reporting requirements
- Partner with Manager, Finance and the CFO on budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis
- Provide insights into financial performance and operational efficiency
- Partner with operations and leadership teams to ensure accurate cost tracking, billing, and profitability analysis at the trip level
- Lead and support finance system implementations and transformation initiatives
- Identify and implement automation opportunities to improve efficiency and accuracy
- Lead optimization and potential re-implementation of the company’s accounting/ERP system to support scalability and operational needs
- Re-implement and enhance the expense management platform (Ramp) to ensure accurate allocation of costs to specific trips, improved visibility into spend, and adherence to company policies
- Harness new technology and AI-driven tools and work into the daily close process to improve efficiency, enhance staff productivity, and support analysis of the appropriateness of costs and billable items
- Strengthen cost control processes and reporting to drive accountability across the organization
- Standardize and document accounting processes to support consistency and growth
- Perform other duties and special projects as assigned by the CFO and CEO
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA strongly preferred)
- 8–12+ years of progressive accounting experience
- Prior experience managing accounting teams
- Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting
- Experience in aviation, transportation, or service-based industries is a plus
- Proven ability to scale accounting operations in a growing company
- Strong systems experience (ERP, reporting tools, automation platforms, usage of AI tools)
Health & Wellness
- Aetna medical plans with multiple coverage options
- Dental and vision coverage through MetLife
- Access to Teladoc and virtual care resources
- Over-the-counter health product allowance at CVS
- Employee assistance and wellness resources
Financial Support & Security
- Employer contribution toward medical premiums
- Company-provided basic life insurance
- Optional supplemental life, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity plans
- Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options
- 401(k) with company match (via Slavic401k)
Time & Balance
- Paid Time Off
- Sick time provided annually
- Paid holidays for full-time employees
Your Growth & Experience
- Structured onboarding and support from leadership
- A culture built on professionalism, teamwork, and clear communication
- Opportunities to grow internally as we expand fleet and operations
Equal Opportunity Employer:
FlyUSA Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
- CPA
- 8-12+ years of progressive accounting experience
- Prior experience managing accounting teams
- Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting
- Experience in aviation, transportation, or service-based industries
- Proven ability to scale accounting operations in a growing company
- Strong systems experience (ERP, reporting tools, automation platforms, AI tools)
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The Company
What We Do
FlyUSA was built around the mission of providing a more cost-effective alternative to private aviation than what is offered today through a typical jet charter broker or operator. To achieve this, we do things a little differently. Our hand-selected network of aircraft operators are held to the highest standards in the industry. In combination with our global network of over 7,000 FAA-Certified aircraft and our commitment to providing cost effective solutions – with FlyUSA, you will be given the best options at the best price. FlyUSA brings together unrivaled expertise and innovative technology to provide a seamless travel experience. Whether it is lunch in Miami, or a last-minute business meeting in London, we will get you there. 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
