Director Financial Rptg & Technical Acct

August 26, 2025

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Responsibilities

Lead the monthly, quarterly and year-end accounting close process, ensuring timeliness and compliance with US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) for both external reporting and internal management reporting
Oversee the filing processes required for SEC reporting including 10-Ks, 10-Qs, 8-Ks as well as related XBRL tagging
Draft all components of 10-K and 10-Q filings, including the consolidated financial statements, notes and management discussion and analysis
Effectively communicate financial results and trends to senior leadership
Assist in supporting the quarterly earnings release, investor update and earnings call preparation
Prepare written technical accounting memos and consult with senior management regarding the impact of these issues
Monitor new accounting pronouncements, support implementation of new accounting standards and evaluate accounting for new transactions
Direct, monitor and ensure compliance with internal controls on the financial reporting process
Oversee the department responsible for areas including EPS, investments, debt, stock based compensation, fleet accounting and fixed assets
Recommend and assist in the implementation of process improvements to simplify, standardize and streamline processes
Lead and participate in Corporate and Controller team projects and initiatives
Liase with external and internal auditors to ensure accurate and timely resolution of audit matters
Supervise a team and be responsible for all hiring, training, performance reviews, and coaching of the staff. Take a significant role in the development of crewmembers to support their engagement, growth and goal achievement
All other duties as assigned

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting; OR a demonstrated capability to perform job responsibilities with a combination of a High School Diploma/GED and four (4) years of relevant work experience
Certification as a Public Accountant (CPA)
Seven (7) years' accounting experience
Three (3) years' leadership experience
Knowledge of GAAP and SEC regulations
Experience establishing relationships with leaders across the organization and outside audit firm
Available for occasional overnight travel (10%)
Able to work flexible hours and be available for emergency response and on short notice
Must pass a pre-employment drug test
Must be legally eligible to work in the country in which the position is located
Authorization to work in the US is required. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship

Nice-to-haves

Proficient with SAP and Workiva
Master's degree/MBA
Public Accounting experience
Previous airline accounting experience
Broad accounting and finance experience
Exposure to airline debt and financing

Benefits

Base pay range of \$160,000 to \$205,000 per year
Performance bonuses
Restricted stock units
Access to healthcare benefits
401(k) plan and company match
Crewmember stock purchase plan
Short-term and long-term disability coverage
Basic life insurance
Free space available travel on JetBlue

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