Controller

Controller (CFO Succession Track)

Prime Jet LLC is seeking a highly qualified and experienced Controller to establish and lead the Company's accounting function. This is a newly created position, offering a unique opportunity to design, implement, and oversee accounting operations in a growing and operationally complex aviation environment. The Controller will work closely with executive leadership, including the Chief Executive Officer, Chief Operating Officer, and Chief Financial Officer, to ensure the integrity of financial reporting and to support strategic decision-making across the organization. This role is intended to serve as a succession path to the Chief Financial Officer position within approximately three years. Accordingly, the Company seeks a candidate with the capability and ambition to assume broader financial leadership responsibilities over time.

This is not a traditional Controller role. As the Company's first Controller, you will establish accounting processes, lead the team, and serve as a key partner across all departments—including operations, scheduling, sales, and flight crews. You will work closely with executive leadership to support strategic decision-making while developing the knowledge and experience necessary to transition into the CFO role.

What You'll Do

• Build and lead the accounting function from the ground up
• Develop and implement accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls
• Oversee all accounting operations (GL, AP/AR, payroll, close process)
• Support and guide accounting staff on transactional processes and technical questions
• Partner with operations, scheduling, sales, and flight teams to ensure accurate financial data flow
• Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning efforts
• Collaborate directly with the CEO, COO, and CFO on strategic initiatives

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA preferred)
• 7–12+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting
• Experience building or improving accounting processes and systems
• Ability to operate both strategically and hands-on
• Strong leadership and cross-functional communication skills
• Experience in aviation, transportation, or a service-based industry is a plus

This role offers the first Controller hire—build the function your way, direct exposure to executive leadership, broad impact across operations and finance, and a clear path to CFO within ~3 years.

If you are interested in building a finance function and growing into a CFO role, we encourage you to apply or reach out directly.