Controller, Finance & Banking, Financial Reporting

Salary Range: $95,000.00 To $ Annually

Location: North Kingstown, RI

Department: Accounting

Work Schedule: Full time. Monday – Friday, general business hours of 8:00am – 5:00pm

Pay Type & FLSA Status: Salary, Exempt

Reporting to: CEO

Last Updated: 4/30/2026

Heli Service USA is a veteran-owned and operated aviation company established in 2022, built on a foundation of discipline, expertise, and mission-driven performance. With more than half of its team comprised of military veterans, the company brings a high level of professionalism and operational excellence to every mission. Headquartered in North Kingstown (Quonset), Rhode Island, Heli Service USA operates across multiple locations including Martha’s Vineyard, Massachusetts;
Texas;
Virginia; and Ohio, supported by a growing workforce of over 100 professionals. The company provides a comprehensive range of specialized helicopter services using the Leonardo AW169, including offshore wind support as the first and only dedicated U.S. operator in this sector, helicopter emergency medical services (HEMS), air ambulance operations (HAA), and harbor pilot transfers involving precision hoisting to maritime vessels.

Heli Service USA is seeking a hands‑on Controller to lead and take full ownership of the accounting function. This role will play a key part in strengthening financial operations by driving an efficient month‑end close, enhancing internal controls, and delivering accurate, timely reporting for lenders, lessors, and executive leadership. As a build‑and‑own opportunity, the Controller will establish scalable processes and bring structure to support the company’s continued growth.

The ideal candidate is a self‑starter who thrives in a lean, collaborative environment while maintaining a strategic, detail‑oriented approach.

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance required.

• At least 5 years of accounting experience.
• Experience owning full month‑end close end‑to‑end.
• Experience in Quick Books Online.
• Experience with GAAP.
• Experience in a small‑to‑mid‑sized business environment preferred.
• Experience preparing lender‑ready or audit‑ready financial packages.
• Preferred experience in an asset‑heavy or logistics‑oriented business (aviation, transportation, construction, equipment rental, or industrial services), with hands‑on exposure to fixed asset accounting, depreciation schedules, lease accounting (ASC 842), and utilization‑ or activity‑based revenue.
• Demonstrated experience building or improving accounting processes.

• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to operate independently and function well as part of a team.
• Possess structured, process‑oriented mindset.
• Comfortable working in a dynamic growth environment.
• Clear and timely communicator.
• Deep comfort with reconciliations, accruals, and revenue recognition.
• Strong sense of ownership and accountability.

• CPA preferred but not required. CMA or equivalent considered.

• Quick Books Online, Microsoft Office 365, Expense Management Systems.

• Own full monthly, quarterly, and year‑end close (MEC)
• Prepare consolidated financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow)
• Lead reconciliations (bank, intercompany, leases, fixed assets)
• Maintain clean balances in Quick Books Online
• Produce lender‑ready reporting packages
• Revenue & Invoicing Oversight
• Ensure timely, accurate customer invoicing aligned with contractual terms
• Coordinate with operations to validate billable activity, standing charges, and variable services
• Implement controls to prevent revenue leakage
• Monitor unbilled revenue and ensure clean revenue cut‑off at month‑end
• Oversee AR aging and drive disciplined follow‑up on outstanding receivables
• Controls & Process Development
• Implement accounting policies and internal controls
• Create standardized close checklist and documentation process
• Improve AP/AR workflows and aging discipline
• Establish accrual methodologies and revenue recognition controls
• Cash Flow & Working Capital
• Prepare 13‑week cash flow forecast
• Monitor liquidity and…