Staff Accountant

Bridger Aerospace • Belgrade, MT • 12h ago

About Bridger Aerospace

Bridger Aerospace is an aerial firefighting company based in Belgrade, Montana, located at the Bozeman Yellowstone Airport (KBZN). It was founded in 2014 to support front-line firefighters with world-leading technology and aerial fire suppression systems. We have grown from operating a single plane to commanding a significant Air Attack and the largest Super Scooper fleet in the U.S. in less than eight years. Bridger is a leader in fighting wildfires, specializing in Air Attack, Fire Suppression, and Aerial Fire-Mapping technologies. Our focus is to provide the most effective and modern capabilities to fight fires from the air. Meeting the needs of the growing threat of economic and environmental damage caused by wildfires and supporting ground-based firefighters is our priority.

About the Role

The Staff Accountant performs daily accounting functions including, but not limited to, Accounts Receivables/Payables, cash flow management, bank/account reconciliations, general journals, and preparing of financial reports, in accordance with organizational policies. Is also responsible for assisting other employees with expense reports and managing vendor and customer relationships. The Staff Accountant is supervised by the Senior Staff Accountant and reports to the Controller. This position is based at Bridger Aerospace HQ in Belgrade, MT and is full-time.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage Accounts Receivables/Payables and their related systems (e.g. Ramp, AIRS, IPP, etc.)

Understanding of and Daily Management of Cash Cycle, which will include calling past due clients, forecasting receivables/payables

Data entry

Organizes all accounting records (digitally & physically)

Maintains records of financial transactions by establishing accounts, posting transactions, and ensuring legal requirements compliance

Develops/improves accounting policies and procedures

Balances accounts by reconciling entries

Maintains/balances the general ledger

Prepares trial balances, reconciliations

Approves employee expense reports and reimbursements

Prepares financial reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing account information and trends

Complies with contract legal requirements by studying requirements, enforcing adherence to requirements, filing reports and advising management on needed actions

Ensures confidentiality and controls access to sensitive information

Assists with audits and contract reporting

Other related duties as assigned by the Controller

What We Are Looking For:

Advanced computer skills, specifically Microsoft Word, Excel & Outlook

Tech-savvy with the ability to quickly learn and navigate between multiple web-based systems and platforms on a regular basis

Experience working with AI tools or willingness to learn

A strong analytical mindset

Excellent written and oral communication

The ability to develop standards and train others

Great math skills

Must work well in a team environment

Must be self-motivated and able to multitask

Dependable, accepts responsibility, completes tasks, and is accountable to the rest of the team

Attention to detail

Good judgment and decision-making

Excellent time management

Initiative - seeks increased responsibilities and developmental growth

Thorough understanding of GAAP

Expense reporting software experience

Bachelor's Degree

NetSuite experience preferred

Benefits and Perks:?

Competitive salary and growth opportunities

Company performance-based bonus plan

Equity stock-based compensation package

Employer-funded comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance for employees and dependents

401k with company match

Employer-funded life and disability insurance coverage

Heath Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), and Dependent Care FSA options

This position is subject to pre-employment background check. Additionally, this position requires attainment of an AOA Badge issued by Bozeman-Yellowstone Int'l Airport.

Bridger Aerospace Group Holdings and its family of companies does not discriminate or permit discrimination by any member of its community against any individual on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, marital status, age, disability, citizenship status, veteran status, genetic information or any other classification protected by federal or state law in matters of employment, promotion, services or activities it operates.

Similar Jobs

Account Manager - Commercial Insurance

HUB International • Bozeman, MT • 1w ago

Finance, Accounting & Banking

Are you a "people person"? Are you motivated by helping others? Do you thrive in a busy, ever-changing environment? ...Then keep reading, this might be the perfect opportunity for you! WHO IS HUB? At HUB International, w...

1w ago

Go to Apply

Liability Claims Adjuster

HUB International • Bozeman, MT • 1w ago

Finance, Accounting & Banking

COMPANY OVERVIEW: Proper Insurance is a specialty property & casualty program manager (MGA) focused on short-term rental risks (e.g., Airbnb, VRBO). We're known for white-glove claims service and pragmatic underwriti...

1w ago

Go to Apply

Department Head & Associate Professor, Accounting & Finance Department

Montana State University • Bozeman, MT • 2w ago

Finance, Accounting & Banking

Position Details Position Information Announcement Number FAC - VA - 26131 For questions regarding this position, please contact: Gary L. Caton, PhD Professor of Finance gary.caton@montana.edu Classification Title Workin...

2w ago

Go to Apply

Associate Director for Finance and Operations

Montana State University • Bozeman, MT • 2w ago

Finance, Accounting & Banking

Position Details Position Information Announcement Number STAFF - VA - 26349 For questions regarding this position, please contact: Jeanne Carter jeanne.carter1@montana.edu 406-994-6687 Classification Title Finance Profe...

2w ago

Go to Apply

Postdoctoral Researcher

Montana State University • Bozeman, MT • 2h ago

Hospital & Medical

Position Details Position Information Announcement Number STAFF - VA - 26374 For questions regarding this position, please contact: Dorie Seymour dorie.seymour@montana.edu 406-994-5718 Classification Title Postdoctoral R...

2h ago

Go to Apply

Guest Service Agent - Kimpton Armory Hotel Bozeman

Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants • Bozeman, MT • 5h ago

Retail & Hospitality

Why We're Here We believe heartfelt, human connections make people's lives better. Especially the people who work here. Our founder, Bill Kimpton rebelled against impersonal, generic hospitality that makes people feel di...

5h ago

Go to Apply

WAREHOUSE WORKER

Employment Source • Bozeman, MT • 10h ago

Manufacturing & Warehouse

Employment Source is looking for a WAREHOUSE WORKER to work (Full Time) in Bozeman, MT Warehouse Experience Required!!JOB DESCRIPTION: Working in Warehouse with Landscape Supplies and Pump Materials Sorting, stacking Loa...

10h ago

Go to Apply

Research Project Assistant

Montana State University • Bozeman, MT • 1d ago

Position Details Position Information Announcement Number STAFF - VA - 26272 For questions regarding this position, please contact: Lisa White lawhite@montana.edu 406-961-3025 Classification Title Research Professional W...

1d ago

Go to Apply

Human Resources Front Desk Associate - Service Center

Montana State University • Bozeman, MT • 1d ago

Retail & Hospitality

Position Details Position Information Announcement Number STAFF - VA - 26358 For questions regarding this position, please contact: Serena Whitcome (406) 994-3651 serena.whitcome@montana.edu Classification Title Personne...

1d ago

Go to Apply

Leadership Fellows Non-Tenure Track Faculty

Montana State University • Bozeman, MT • 1d ago

Position Details Position Information Announcement Number FAC - VA - 26133 For questions regarding this position, please contact: Janet Heiss Arms jheiss@montana.edu 406-994-3536 Classification Title Instructor Working T...

1d ago

Go to Apply

Subscribe to get new jobs sent directly to you
(no charge, cancel anytime)