Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description – Senior Staff Accountant

Business Unit: Corporate Office

Reports To: Controller
FLSA Classification: Exempt

Job Category: Regular, full-time
Primary Work Location: Primarily onsite – Northern Virginia (Dulles/Herndon)

Country: USA

The Company

Founded in 1927 as a division of Pan American World Airways, Avports is an experienced and trusted airport manager and operator. Today, the company operates with over 650 staff (of which approximately 300 are unionized) at 14+ airports across the US and the Caribbean, with that number slated to grow to 800 during the next year with the addition of new airport projects. In addition, Avports is now acting as the leaseholder and operator of public-private partnership (P3) projects at Tweed New Haven Airport (HVN) in Connecticut and the Manassas Regional Airport (HEF) in Virginia.

Avports has historically managed and operated a portfolio of airport operations and maintenance (O&M) and public-private partnership (P3/PPP) contracts at more than 30 US airports. These airports have diverse operations, encompassing commercial and general aviation airports, passenger terminals, joint-use airports, heliports, NASA facilities, and spaceports. The company is working to integrate electric aviation, hydrogen fuel cells, and zero-emission decarbonization concepts in existing airport environments.

In 2018, Goldman Sachs acquired Avports through its infrastructure investment fund, West Street Infrastructure Partners III (WSIP III). Since then, Goldman Sachs has been committed to helping the company expand current operations, as well as expanding its offerings, in particular helping Avports go from being a third-party operator to a truly development-focused business.

Job Summary

Reporting to the Controller, perform accounting functions to support month-end closing processes, including AP and AR activities as needed, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting in accordance with GAAP. Perform complex account analyses, journal entries, and deliver variance insights to support senior management decision-making and cash flow planning. Maintain internal controls while supporting audits, financial reporting packages, and compliance initiatives. Partner cross-functionally to drive process improvements, optimize systems, and enhance overall financial operations and working capital performance.

Minimum high school diploma/equivalent, undergraduate degree preferred and three (3) years of progressive accounting experience, with preference for experience in operations‑heavy or asset‑intensive environments such as airports, transportation, infrastructure, or logistics. Ideal candidate demonstrates a strong understanding of accounting fundamentals and GAAP and proficiency with ERP and payment systems (such as Yardi, Total FBO, Bill.com, NetSuite, Oracle, or SAP). Requires independent judgment, accountability for financial processes, and consistent adherence to internal controls and reporting standards.

Position is exempt, and regular, full-time reporting to the Controller. Primary work is on-site and based in Northern Virgina (Dulles/Herndon). Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship, meet corporate and airport access requirements, and be able to travel domestically and internationally including occasional overnight stays.

Essential Job Functions

• Perform detailed operating revenue and expense variance analysis, identifying trends and explaining fluctuations.
• Prepare and maintain accurate balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring all general ledger accounts are supported by appropriate schedules.
• Record and reconcile cash activity, including cash receipts, disbursements, and monthly bank reconciliations.
• Analyze and post credit card activity to the general ledger, ensuring accuracy and proper classification.
• Prepare and reconcile payroll journal entries.
• Manage and post monthly accruals/prepayments and maintain supporting schedules.
• Oversee intercompany transactions, including preparation and reconciliation of intercompany journal entries.
• Ensure timely payment of company taxes and insurance, to avoid penalties.
• Assist with and serve as backup support for Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions.
• Support the preparation, review of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Lead and support the timely completion of month-end and year-end close processes.
• Collaborate with site managers and third-party owners to address accounting matters and resolve issues in a timely manner.
• Respond to audit requests and assist in the preparation of audit schedules and supporting documentation.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and internal controls within the accounting function.
• Ensure timely resolution of accounting issues and maintain strong attention to deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Competencies

• Accept ownership and accountability, consistently delivering accurate, high-quality results with a sense of urgency
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and corporate stakeholders
• Operate with integrity and compliance, adhering to internal policies and applicable aviation regulations
• Manage multiple priorities effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• High attention to detail, sound judgment, and conscientiousness in all work
• Communicate timelines, expectations, and progress clearly
• Make timely decisions when options are clear, escalating appropriately for higher risk or ambiguity
• Support team continuity and knowledge sharing
• Seek, receive, and apply constructive feedback to support ongoing development
• Drive continuous improvement through innovative and cost-effective solutions

Required Skills & Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Minimum high school diploma/equivalent; associate or bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field preferred.
• Minimum three (3) years of accounting experience, preferably in operations-heavy or asset-intensive industries (airports, transportation, infrastructure, logistics).

Technical Skills / Expertise

• Strong understanding of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and subledger‑to‑general ledger accounting principles.
• Working knowledge of GAAP, internal controls, and audit requirements within a compliance‑driven environment.
• Ability to analyze accounting transactions, identify variances, and ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Proficiency with ERP and payment systems (e.g., Yardi, Bill.com) and intermediate Excel‑based reporting skills.
• Specialized accounting knowledge, analytical decision‑making, and responsibility for the integrity and confidentiality of financial data and accounting processes.
• Demonstrate sound professional judgment when reviewing transactions, resolving discrepancies, and addressing escalated issues.
• Capable of independently evaluating exceptions, identifying root causes, and determining appropriate resolutions.
• Identify opportunities to recommend process improvement, automation, and increased efficiency while maintaining strong controls.
• Effectively manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a high volume, fast paced environment. Demonstrate strong attention to detail and accuracy in all work products.
• Able to work independently while maintaining consistent follow-through on deliverables. Provide timely updates on issues, timelines, and resolution status, escalating matters as appropriate.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in airport operations, aviation services, or regulated environments.
• Exposure to private equity–backed companies or fast-paced growth environments.
• Intermediate Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP).
• Experience supporting audits or private equity/lender reporting.
• Experience with real-estate specific ERPs (e.g. Yardi, Total FBO),

Work Environment, Physical Demands & Requirements

• Primarily office-based, with occasional domestic travel (~10% per year)
• Employees must reside within reasonable commuting distance of the primary work location.
• Ability to sit or stand at a workstation for extended periods.
• Requires visual acuity, hearing, and speaking ability to communicate effectively.
• Regular use of hands and fingers to operate computer equipment and office devices.
• Occasionally lifts or moves objects up to 25 pounds.
• Must be able to navigate office environments and operational sites as needed.
• Flexible to support occasional extended hours.
• While office work is sedentary, tasks at operational sites require mobility, including standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, and crouching.
• This job description is not intended to list every duty or responsibility. Duties may change at any time, with or without notice.

Applies to all team members, including those represented by a labor union or bargaining unit. If any part conflicts with a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), the CBA will take precedence.

The Company complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), as amended by the ADA Amendments Act, and all applicable state or local law. Consistent with those requirements, the Company. will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with a disability if such accommodation would allow the individual to perform the essential functions of the job, unless doing so would create an undue hardship. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Work Authorization & Travel Requirements

• Must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship
• Must be eligible to travel domestically, including occasional overnight stays
• Must comply with applicable corporate facility access requirements if traveling to operational sites

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. We provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage applications from all qualified candidates.

Compensation and Benefits Overview

Benefits may include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance options
• Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance Plan options
• Supplemental Insurance Plan options
• 401(k) Profit-Sharing Retirement Plan
• Vacation and Sick Leave
• Paid Company Holidays
• Discretionary Bonus
• Professional development resources

Salary Range: $80,000 – $90,000 annualized

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