Director of Finance

Job Details

Job Location:

Raleigh, NC - Raleigh , NC 27609

Position Type:
Full Time Education Level: Bachelor's Degree

Travel Percentage :
Up to 25%
Job Shift: Day

fly Exclusive is one of the fastest-growing private aviation companies in the country — and we are just getting started. From our world-class Jet Club to our unmatched private jet charter, clients who fly with us receive a curated private jet experience that anticipates their needs for comfort and style. We operate a modern, curated fleet and deliver a world-class experience to our customers, backed by a team that holds itself to the highest standards of safety, service, and operational excellence.

From our roots in Kinston, North Carolina to our expanding Raleigh headquarters, we are building something the industry has not seen before.

As we continue to build a leading aviation brand, nothing is more critical to this mission than the talented professionals that make up fly Exclusive. We’re more than just a private jet company. We go beyond the industry standard to create a uniquely detailed customer experience that is visible throughout all our departments, from our software design and fleet coordinator teams to our pilots and technicians.

If you are looking for people who motivate others around them, and build relationships that create trust and open communication, you will find that here. The people at fly Exclusive create a culture of positivity and aren't afraid to make decisions for the good of their team and the company.

If that sounds like you, come and work with us at fly Exclusive! We offer competitive pay within the aviation industry, generous time off with flexible scheduling, a great benefits package including 401k matching, relocation assistance, and career growth opportunities!

The Director of Finance is a senior leadership role responsible for the integrity of the company's financial reporting, the strength of its internal control environment, and the quality of financial information that supports decision-making across a complex, multi-segment aviation business. This individual will own core accounting operations while partnering closely with the CFO, CAO, Sr. VP of FP&A, and Director of SEC Reporting & Technical accounting on SEC reporting and technical accounting, capital planning, forecasting, and investor-facing deliverables.

• Financial Reporting & SEC Compliance
  • Drive efficiencies and assist the controller in managing the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process across all business segments, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and adherence to deadlines.
  • Serve as an in-house resource assisting the Director of SEC Reporting and Technical Accounting for technical accounting research and the application of U.S. GAAP to complex transactions (revenue recognition, leases, business combinations, equity, and financial instruments).
  • Background in technical accounting memos and auditor-defensible documentation of application of U.S. GAAP
  • Coordinate with external auditors and manage the audit and review process, including preparation of supporting schedules and resolution of accounting matters.
• Accounting Operations
  • Direct day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets, payroll accounting, and intercompany transactions.
  • Establish and enforce accounting policies, procedures, and a standardized chart of accounts across charter, Jet Club, fractional, MRO, and aircraft sales activities.
  • Oversee reconciliations and ensure the balance sheet is well-supported and clean at each reporting period.
• Internal Controls & SOX
  • Assist Director of Internal Audit in design, implementation, and maintenance of a robust internal control framework, driving the company's SOX readiness and ongoing compliance ahead of its transition out of non-accelerated filer/Emerging Growth Company status.
  • Document key processes and controls, identify gaps, and lead remediation efforts in partnership with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Promote a culture of control ownership and continuous improvement across the finance organization.
• Financial Planning, Analysis & Business Partnership
  • Partner with the CFO & FP&A department on budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning, and translate financial results into insights for operational and executive leadership.
  • Identify cost synergies and drive accountability in partnership with business unit leaders across the…