Carey International Group, LLC · 1 month ago
Controller - Aviation Industry
Florida, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$160K/yr - $175K/yr
10+ years expCarey International Group, LLC is building a next-generation luxury airline and is seeking a Controller to lead the aviation finance and cost-accounting function. This role involves establishing financial controls, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and partnering with various departments to drive operational efficiency as the airline prepares for launch.
FinanceFinancial ServicesProfessional Services
Responsibilities
Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP and internal company policies
Ensure timely and accurate reporting of P&L, balance sheet, cash flow, and key performance metrics (e.g., CASM, RASM, load factors, fleet utilization)
Analyze financial and operational performance; provide actionable insights to senior management to optimize profitability, efficiency, and cost structure
Oversee preparation and presentation of financial reporting for executive leadership and the Board
Ensure financial documentation, disclosures, and audit trails meet corporate governance, regulatory requirements, and internal policy standards
Oversee accounting for airline operating costs including fuel, crew, maintenance (MRO), aircraft leases, airport/ground operations, catering, and overhead—ensuring consistency with corporate standards
Build and maintain processes for tracking fleet economics, maintenance reserves, lease obligations, depreciation schedules, and aircraft utilization
Partner with flight operations, maintenance, procurement, and commercial teams to ensure accurate cost allocation across aircraft, routes, bases, and service offerings
Develop and maintain detailed cost models for aircraft operating costs, route profitability, and service configurations
Support project-based accounting for new fleet introductions, cabin retrofits, new routes, and operational initiatives
Lead airline-level budgeting processes, including fleet-level cost planning and route-level forecasting
Produce rolling financial forecasts for operating expenses, fuel, maintenance events, cash requirements, and working capital needs
Support capital budgeting, lease vs. buy analyses, fleet acquisition/return decisions, and major investment reviews
Ensure budgeting and forecasting methodologies are consistent with CIG’s corporate finance framework and policies
Implement and maintain strong internal controls across AP, AR, payroll, fuel accounting, maintenance event accounting, fixed assets, leases, and general accounting
Ensure compliance with internal policies, GAAP, and applicable airline industry regulations (FAA, DOT, IATA, TSA financial compliance frameworks)
Oversee audit processes, internal reviews, tax reporting coordination, and corporate governance requirements
Lead the finance workstream for implementing an aviation-appropriate ERP/accounting system
Define airline-specific accounting and reporting requirements; support data migration; test modules; and train accounting, operations, and commercial teams
Drive continuous ERP system improvement and ensure usage aligns with company-wide financial and operational standards
Support the hiring, development, and mentoring of accounting and finance staff; build a scalable, disciplined accounting and finance function
Partner closely with flight operations, maintenance, commercial, inflight, airport operations, and corporate finance to ensure aligned reporting, costing, and decision-making
Design scalable accounting processes capable of supporting future fleet expansion and new operating bases
Contribute financial leadership to strategic initiatives, cost-reduction efforts, and operational excellence programs across the airline
Understand airline economics, fleet cost structures, fuel management, maintenance cycles, airport fees, and revenue/cost allocation methodologies
Support accurate tracking and financial modeling of aircraft lease terms, maintenance reserves, landing fees, and regulatory cost obligations
Stay informed on industry regulatory requirements and trends (FAA rule changes, DOT economic reporting, ESG requirements, carbon offset programs) that impact airline cost structures and financial reporting
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
CPA or CMA required
10+ years of accounting/finance experience, including at least 3 years in an airline or aviation environment
Proven experience in financial reporting, cost accounting, budgeting, and operational finance in aviation, aerospace, or related industries
Experience with financial software and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics)
Strong knowledge of GAAP, airline cost structures, lease accounting, and aviation compliance frameworks
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with exceptional attention to detail
Ability to present complex financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders
Ability to perform in a dynamic, scaling airline environment with evolving priorities
Advanced Excel proficiency and financial modeling skills
Demonstrated leadership with a track record of developing and managing accounting teams
Preferred
MBA preferred
Experience within commercial airlines, charter operations, MRO organizations, fleet management, or other aviation operations preferred
Benefits
Robust benefits
Paid time off
Growth opportunities
Company
Carey International Group, LLC
Carey International Group (CIG) is a diversified holding company focused on growing North American assets in the energy/renewables, commercial real estate, and manufacturing sectors.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Charles D. Carey
Founder
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