Staff Accountant

About Hillsboro Aviation

Founded in 1980, Hillsboro Aviation offers complete helicopter and airplane services comprised of five divisions: contract & charter, aircraft sales & management, service center, FBO, and parts sales. Serving domestic and international markets in the government, commercial, and private sectors, we have 14 aircraft and over 85 employees. We operate out of our award-winning headquarters at the Portland-Hillsboro Airport (KHIO).

Our Vision

We believe in the power of a personal approach. We passionately purvey the notion of flight, a dream demanding creativity, persistence, resilience, and intent. We strive to foster a legacy of innovative thought, leadership, mentorship, service, and sustainability. We are dedicated to providing opportunity and growth for our team, our customers, and our community by providing extraordinary and memorable experiences in the air and on the ground.

JOB DESCRIPTION

As a Staff Accountant, you will work closely with the accounting team to assist in maintaining and preparing the company’s finances. You will report to the Controller and will be responsible for the following, including but not limited to preparing and maintaining financial records to track the company’s assets, liabilities, profit and loss, tax liabilities, and other related financial activities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Determine the most efficient and effective approach to meeting deadlines and accomplish priorities under limited direction using initiative, judgment, and accounting knowledge.
2. Files monthly, quarterly, annual sales and use taxes returns.
3. File annual Property Tax return and assists with tax planning and filing annual corporate tax return.
4. Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly journal entries such as prepaid expense amortization, expense accruals and allocations, fixed asset additions and depreciation, daily banking.
5. Perform month-end closing tasks, including journal entries, monthly reconciliation, and financial statement preparation.
6. Research, process and review AP, AR, and accounting transactions.
7. Complete daily and weekly reporting functions and maintain contract records.
8. Reconcile General Ledger balance to subsidiary ledgers, and research and correct discrepancies.
9. Ensure processes, transactions, and balances are recorded in compliance with accounting/finance policies.
10. Performs other related duties as necessary or assigned.

COMPETENCIES

1. Communication
2. Professional Integrity
3. Collaboration
4. Competency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This job operates in an office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, photocopiers, and multi-line phones.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.
• This would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand on a stool as necessary.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer

POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK

This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5 p.m. Weekend and evening work may be required as job duties demand.

TRAVEL

Little to no travel is expected for this position.

QUALIFICATIONS/LICENSE

• CPA or CMA preferred

REQUIRED EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree
• Three years of related experience or
• Any similar combination of education and experience

REQUIRED SKILLS and ABILITIES:

• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Excellent organization, attention to detail, and time management skills
• Knowledgeable with Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, and Outlook

PREFERRED EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE

1. Experience in the aviation industry
2. Experience with Quantum

Hillsboro Aviation’s growth and sustainability is rooted in its commitment to attracting a diverse set of talent from around the world. To that end, we encourage qualified individuals from all walks of life to apply. We are an equal opportunity employer (EEO) and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

This job will remain open until filled. Please do not call regarding the status of your application.