Flight Department Financial Specialist

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University

  • Prescott, AZ
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 9 days ago
Job DescriptionEmbry-Riddle: A Global Leader in Aviation and AerospaceWith vibrant campuses in Daytona Beach, FL and Prescott, AZ, plus a Worldwide network across approximately 120 locations, Embry-Riddle stands as the world’s largest aviation and aerospace university. For over 95 years, we've been pioneering education in STEM fields, serving over 11,600 residential students and 19,200 globally in the 2023-24 academic year with cutting-edge programs in Applied Science, Aviation, Business, Technology, Engineering, Safety, Security, and Space.The OpportunityThe Flight Department Financial Specialist provides oversight and responsibility for a wide variety of financial duties for Flight Training Department, Prescott Campus. The position supports the flight department with financial operations at the direction of the Business Manager.
  • Data tracking and internal reports on the finances of all flight department cost centers
  • Monitoring cost center financial statements and preparing summary reports and budget-related reports
  • Preparing and maintaining monthly and weekly reports related to flight training, including flight cancellations, IP payroll, student progress, no shows, fuel billing
  • Processing invoices for payment (fuel, subscriptions etc)
  • Tracking aircraft fleet documentation and registrations
  • Preparing monthly journal entries and budget amendments as necessary
  • Supporting business manager and administrative specialist with special projects, summer programs, scholarships etc.
  • Assisting maintenance department with tracking and execution of budgeted funds, including but not limited to, purchase order preparation, engine fund accounting and seasonal expenses
  • Preparing, as directed, financial data to aid in the development of financial forecasts, plans, processes, reports, and recommendations for the flight department and campus business office.
  • Performing extraction and manipulation of data from ETA, Workday, RMS and other resources into various reports and models.
Perks Await You at Embry-Riddle!
  • Health Benefits: Experience comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with wellness programs that include preventive care and fitness memberships. Our flexible spending and health savings accounts simplify managing healthcare costs. Join a workplace that prioritizes your health—because your journey to wellness should be rewarding! Buckle up for a healthier, happier you!
  • Tuition Coverage: Get 100% tuition coverage for yourself for one undergraduate and one graduate degree, and discounted rates for your spouse and dependent children up to age 26.
  • Retirement Contributions: ERAU contributes an annual 6% gift of your base salary to your retirement plan and offers a 4% matching contribution, with no vesting period.
  • Generous Time Off: Relax with 18 days of personal leave in your first year. Enjoy 9+ paid holidays, including the day after Thanksgiving and the week between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day.
QualificationsRequired Education and Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree, area of concentration in Business, Aviation, Finance.
Required Skills, Knowledge, Abilities:
  • Advanced Excel skills required, including data extraction, pivot tables, financial modeling, charting and graphing
  • Hands on experience with processing transactions in accounting or budgeting software
  • Workday and ETA familiarity preferred
  • Strong interpersonal skills needed for interdepartmental coordination, and interaction with students
Application process/requirementsTo submit your application for this opportunity, please visit the and search for requisition number R310256. Please attach all relevant materials to your application when you apply online. Complete submissions include:Cover letterFull ResumeContact information for at least three professional references (please note that references may be contacted as part of the interview/screening process)Current Embry-Riddle employees: Please apply directly through the ERAU Employee Hub Central application within Workday.Embry-Riddle is committed to fostering a workplace where all individuals are valued and respected. We strive to ensure that all faculty, staff, and students are treated fairly and provided equal opportunities for employment, advancement, compensation, training, and other benefits of employment. Embry-Riddle makes employment decisions — including hiring, promotions, compensation, and other terms of employment — based on individual merit, qualifications, and abilities. Embry Riddle is strongly opposed to discrimination and harassment, and such behavior is prohibited by university policy. Embry Riddle does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, veteran status, predisposing genetic characteristics, age, religion, or pregnancy status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law, in its employment, educational programs, admissions policies, financial aid, or other school-administered programs or activities. For further information, please visit our .

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