Financial Controller

FlyUSA, Inc. • Clearwater, FL

3d

About The Position

FlyUSA is seeking a 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.

Requirements

• 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
• Proven ability to scale accounting operations in a growing company
• Strong systems experience (ERP, reporting tools, automation platforms, usage of AI tools)

Nice To Haves

• Experience in aviation, transportation, or service-based industries is a plus

Responsibilities

• 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

Benefits

• 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
• 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)
• Paid Time Off
• Sick time provided annually
• Paid holidays for full-time employees
• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior