Accountant

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As a core member of the Gogo Corporate Accounting team, the Accountant is responsible for supporting an accurate and timely close process through the preparation of journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial analysis in accordance with U.S. GAAP.

This role focuses on accounting activities related to debt, compensation and benefits, payroll, intercompany and other assigned areas as needed. The ideal candidate is a team player that brings strong attention to detail, a solid accounting foundation with public company accounting experience, and the ability to analyze activity, investigate variances, resolve discrepancies, and support consistent financial reporting.

COME ON BOARD THE GOGO ACCOUNTING TEAM!

How will you make a difference?

• Prepare and record entries related to corporate accounting including debt, investments, payroll, compensation and benefits, and various other accruals across domestic and international entities
• Assist with intercompany reconciliations
• Coordinate with AP/AR teams to reconcile bank transactions to ERP
• Maintain supporting documentation for journal entries
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts and maintain accurate general ledger support
• Identify, investigate, and resolve account reconciliation discrepancies in a timely manner
• Partner with cross-functional teams to understand business processes and support the accuracy and completeness of financial reporting
• Support month-end and year-end close activities while meeting established deadlines
• Assist with internal and external audit requests
• Support accounting projects and ad hoc reporting and analysis as needed
• Maintain compliance with internal control and SOX requirements

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of progressive Accounting experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; Accounting preferred

Required Skills, Talents, & Experience

• Working knowledge of U.S. GAAP and familiarity with internal controls
• Intermediate Excel skills
• Ability to research and apply accounting guidance relevant to the business
• Highly detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Identifies needs, solves problems, and follows tasks through to completion
• Effective verbal and written communication skills

Preferred Skills, Talents, & Experience

• Public company accounting experience preferred
• Accrual accounting experience preferred
• Experience with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems; Microsoft Business Central experience is a plus
• Ability to manage changing priorities and meet deadlines
• Demonstrates initiative and a proactive approach to assigned responsibilities
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment

Equal Pay Disclosure(s)

Base Pay:

Target Annual Short-Term Incentive:

Eligible for Incentive Stock Program:

Benefits

Gogo offers competitive benefits including medical, dental and vision coverage with plans that can fit each employee’s needs. We offer an immediate vesting 401k plan, paid time off and volunteer time off. Employees have the option to participate in an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Visit the Careers page on our website for more information at www.gogoair.com/careers.

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Gogo is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, working in compliance with both federal and state laws. We are committed to the concept of Equal Employment opportunity.

Qualified candidates will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, marital status, medical condition, or disability.  

The EEO is the law and is available here. Gogo participates in E-Verify (English and Spanish). Right to Work Statement (English and Spanish).