ORD Fuel Accounting Supervisor

Are you ready to take flight in a dynamic and fast-paced aviation industry? As a global leader in aviation services, Swissport provides Ground Handling, Cargo Handling, and Passenger Services to over 300 million passengers annually. Our mission is simple - "To provide the aviation industry with consistent and tailor-made solutions around the globe, for a better customer experience."


We believe that our people are what differentiates us from our competition. At Swissport, we are driven by our core values of Show You Care, Do the Right Things and Win as a Team, and we are currently seeking dedicated individuals, who align with these values, to join our team at various locations across the globe.


Job Summary

Reporting to the General Manager; the Fuel Accounting Supervisor will work directly with the Into-Plane Fueling management team at ORD Airport and will lead the Fuel Accounting/Administrators group. In this role, the Fuel Accounting Supervisor will be responsible for efficiently and accurately completing all Fuel Inventory and Accounting tasks, including but not limited to fuel inventory management and month-end close. It is imperative for the Accounting Manager to have strong computer skills, problem solving, and exceptional leadership skills to succeed in this role.

The expected pay rate is $30-$34/hr. Full-time employees are offered a range of health and wellness benefits as well as 401(k) with company match paid vacation time, sick time, and company paid holidays.


Your activities

• Obtain and maintain a thorough understanding of the business operations and the financial systems.
• Prepare monthly journal entries and journal reclassification when needed.
• Lead daily meetings between fuel accounting department and management team.
• Find missing gallons by month end and close the month with zero unallocated gallons.
• Prepare accrual journal
• Assist in special projects and/or other areas assigned by management.
• Submit all financial information and reports as required by the Controller, General Manager, Auditors, Airline Members within the agreed time frame and format.
• Ensure that administrative and control procedures are followed and maintained.
• Maintain and oversee daily Fuel Accounting according to established A4A Spec 123 Procedures for Accounting of Jet Fuel Inventory.
• Lead a team of 5 fuel accounting admin clerks.
• Interface with airlines management personnel to implement and/or clarify fuel inventory requirements.
• Prepare weekly and monthly Fuel Inventory Reports and distribute them to Fuel Facility Managers and consortium members.
• Perform periodic audits to assure accuracy of fuel accounting procedures.
• Make recommendations regarding report format, processes, and procedures.

What we offer

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

At Swissport, we believe in diversity, equal opportunity, and the power of our values to drive our success. We are committed to providing a workplace that fosters inclusion and where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.


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