Job Title: General Ledger Accountant
Company: Xtreme Aviation
Job Type: Full-Time
Location: Headquarters
Reports To: Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
At Xtreme Aviation, we don’t just maintain aircraft—we power precision, performance, and reliability across the aviation industry. We are looking for a driven and detail-oriented General Ledger Accountant who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement.
If you’re ready to take ownership of financial integrity and contribute to a high-impact finance team, this is your opportunity.
What You’ll Do- Own and maintain the integrity of the general ledger, ensuring accuracy and completeness across all accounts
- Prepare and post journal entries including accruals, prepaids, reclasses, and adjustments
- Play a key role in month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes
- Perform detailed account reconciliations and proactively investigate variances
- Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal accounting policies
- Support the preparation of financial statements and management reports
- Partner with auditors by preparing schedules, documentation, and responses
- Strengthen internal controls and identify opportunities for process improvement
- Analyze financial data to uncover insights and recommend corrective actions
- Collaborate cross-functionally with AP, AR, payroll, and operations teams
- Maintain fixed asset schedules and depreciation (as applicable)
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- 1–3 years of accounting experience (financial reporting, audit, or aviation/aerospace preferred)
- Solid understanding of GAAP principles
- Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, data analysis)
- Strong analytical mindset with a keen eye for detail
- Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills
- Ability to meet tight deadlines in a dynamic environment
- Experience in aviation or MRO industry accounting
- Familiarity with cost accounting and operational efficiency metrics
- Be part of a growing, high-performance aviation company
- Gain exposure to complex, real-world financial operations
- Collaborate with a team that values precision, accountability, and innovation
- Opportunity to grow your career in a specialized and exciting industry
This role operates in a professional office setting with moderate noise levels. Occasional standing, walking, and light lifting (up to 10 lbs) may be required. Xtreme Aviation is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for all employees.
Ready to Apply?Take the next step in your career—apply today!
Submit your application via Indeed or send your resume and cover letter to [email protected] with the subject line: General Ledger Accountant Application.
Xtreme Aviation is an equal opportunity employer committed to excellence, integrity, and innovation.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- 1–3 years of accounting experience in financial reporting, audit, or related accounting work
- Strong understanding of GAAP principles
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, and data analysis
- Strong analytical mindset and attention to detail
- Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills
- Ability to meet tight deadlines in a dynamic environment
- Experience in aviation or MRO industry accounting
- Familiarity with cost accounting and operational efficiency metrics
What We Do
Founded in 2013, Xtreme Aviation began as a field service and AOG rescue team. With the desire to one day be a world class organization, our will to provide excellent quality maintenance, first class customer service, and 100% dedication led us to become the organization we are today! Growing everyday, we take the customer-vendor relationship to a whole new level by creating customer service relationships that cater to individual needs! LINE MAINTENANCE Certificated with FAA, TCCA, BCAA, AAC and EASA certificates , Xtreme Aviation has the capabilities to perform all line maintenance support through FAA and EASA certificate number 4XAR847C and EASA.145.6734. Our Fleet Qualification currently includes, but is not limited to, Boeing 737, 757, 767, 777, and 747, MD-80, DC-9, MD-11, DC10, Airbus A300, A310, A320/321, A330 and A340, All Series, All Engines. We employ experienced A&P certified technicians and avionics technicians that are clearly the best in their field. Our seasoned professionals know only one way to do their jobs, the right way, with unparalleled credentials and proven track records throughout their extensive years within the industry that are second to none. ENGINE SERVICES There’s no doubt that the key to quick engine changes is the experience behind the team accomplishing them. That experience is what Xtreme Aviation has. With over thousands of engine changes, removals, and/or installations accomplished, experience and our commitment to provide excellent quality and customer service is our key to success. With capabilities covering most modern transport aircraft, we are your top choice when inquiring your next engine replacement. We are approved for MPA, preservation, storage, replacement, top case repairs, borescope inspections, and engine inspections on CFM56 Series, CF6 series, PW2000, PW4000, GE90, GenX, Trent 700, Trent 800, and several of the industry leading APU makes and models. Contact us today for a personalized quote
