Staff Accountant

PJ Helicopters is a family-run, world class, precision helicopter lift service operating nationwide. Since 1970, PJ Helicopters has focused heavily on customer satisfaction and safety to reliably deliver. With over 30 aircraft, PJH primarily serves the utility, forestry, and construction industries.

Additional industry sectors we regularly fly for and with includes: defense support, research and development, experimental flight testing, data acquisition, film-making, hydroelectric construction, oil and gas, communication, aerospace testing and development, and much more.

P.J. Helicopters is seeking a detail-oriented and highly motivated Staff Accountant. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in maintaining the financial health of the company by performing general ledger accounting duties, ensuring accuracy in financial reporting, and supporting overall business operations. This role requires a working understanding of accounting principles, excellent organizational skills, and a commitment to continuous improvement. This role is a unique opportunity including exposure to multi-state projects, aviation, and public company financial controls.

• General Ledger Management: Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Financial Reporting: Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with GAAP and company policies.
• Accounts Payable and Receivable: Oversee accounts payable and receivable processes, including invoicing, payment processing, and collections.
• Budgeting and Forecasting: Assist in the preparation of budgets and forecasts, providing insights and recommendations based on financial analysis.
• Compliance: Ensure compliance with government and parent company financial legal requirements by studying existing and new legislation, enforcing adherence to requirements, and advising management on needed actions. Assists in implementation of and compliance with internal controls including Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance.
• Process Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness of accounting operations.
• Cross-Department Collaboration: Work closely with other departments to ensure accurate and timely financial information flow and support business operations.
• Special Projects: Participate in special projects as assigned by management, contributing financial expertise and analysis.

* Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. *

• Associates / Bachelor’s degree (or similar level of experience) in business or related field
• Must be detail oriented
• Experience handling highly confidential information
• Public company experience preferred
• Excellent verbal/written communication skills
• Client/Customer focus
• Working knowledge of travel industry
• Organizational skills/attention to detail
• Strong Computer/MS Office skills

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401k

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.