Accounting Manager

Pilot is a modern connectivity company based in New York City. We deliver fiber-optic internet and network services to businesses with no contracts, backed by a 100% uptime guarantee and 24/7 proactive support.

We're a passionate, close-knit team that believes businesses have more important things to worry about than their internet connection. Our top priority is enabling extraordinary work across all industries with connectivity solutions that are adaptive, agile, and designed with the customer in mind.

ON A TYPICAL DAY YOU’LL

• Own the preparation of financial statements in accordance with GAAP and other regulatory requirements.
• Manage accounting operations, including general ledger maintenance, payables and receivables, fixed asset management, lease management, revenue recognition, etc.
• Monitor cash flow and make recommendations to maximize financial resources.
• Uphold and enforce internal controls while recommending and implementing continuous improvements and changes to ensure safeguarding of company assets.
• Maintain accurate financial records in our various accounting tools and systems.
• Manage an effective and high-performing accounting team by providing guidance and training to direct reports to promote team development and growth.
• Identify, recommend, and implement internal process improvements as appropriate to simplify, standardize and streamline efforts.
• Collaborate with the finance function to ensure actual financial performance stays within budgeted figures.
• Manage the completion of external financial, tax, and compliance audits as the key liaison.
• Provide timely and accurate data and reporting across the business to influence key strategy decisions. 
• Manage treasury processes and allocations to ensure proper balances to meet lender, regulatory, and internal requirements while aligning with Pilot’s risk and return goals
• Manage a corporate spend and credit card program that supports cross functional teams in accomplishing key objectives. 
• Contribute to maintaining Pilot’s compliance and good-standing with relevant regulatory agencies.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• Advanced knowledge of US GAAP accounting standards
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to speak across levels and direct others effectively
• Command of general ledger functions and the month-end/year-end close process
• Demonstrated experience working with Intacct or a similar ERP system
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively at different levels of the company 
• Able to provide feedback and coaching to direct reports and carry out other required manager responsibilities
• Detail-oriented, with the ability to multitask while maintaining a high level of accuracy and work within deadlines
• BS degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent
• CPA certification strongly preferred

PILOT’S PAY & PERKS

• Base salary of $115,000 - $130,000
• Company-sponsored Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage
• Company-sponsored 401(k)
• Commuter & Wellness Reimbursement
• Competitive PTO

At Pilot, we believe differences make us stronger, and that our diversity is something to celebrate. Pilot hires without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (and pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.

Pilot Fiber, Inc. is not open to third-party solicitation or resumes for our posted positions. Any resume submitted to a Pilot Fiber, Inc. employee by a recruiting firm that does not have a valid, written search agreement with us will be considered a referral, regardless of whether it is submitted for a posted position or for general consideration, and no matter how it is submitted (via email, the Internet, or other means). No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by Pilot Fiber, Inc. as a result of the referral or through other means.

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