Frontier Airlines
Manager - Financial Report & Techn Accounting
Frontier Airlines, Denver, Colorado, United States, 80285
Manager - Financial Report & Technical Accounting
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Frontier Airlines
Why Work for Frontier Airlines?
At Frontier, we believe the skies should be for everyone. We deliver on this promise through our commitment to Low Fares Done Right. This is more than our tagline – it’s our driving philosophy. Every member of Team Frontier has an important role to play in bringing this vision to life. Our successful business model allows travelers to take advantage of our fast‑growing route network, while our bundled and unbundled pricing options allow our customers to personalize their travel experience and only pay for the services they need, saving them money along the way.
What We Stand For
Low Fares Done Right is our mission, and we strive to bring it to life every day. Our ‘Done Right’ promise means delivering not only affordable prices but also making travel friendly and easy for our customers. We put a great deal of care into every decision and action we take. We must be efficient with our resources and make smart decisions about how we run our business. We must also innovate and be pioneers – we’re not afraid to try new things. While our business requires us to fly high in the air, we also consider ourselves down‑to‑earth in our approach, creating a warm and friendly experience that truly demonstrates Rocky Mountain Hospitality.
Work Perks
Flight benefits for you and your family to fly on Frontier Airlines
Buddy passes for your friends so they can experience what makes us so great
Discounts throughout the travel industry on hotels, car rentals, cruises, and vacation packages
Discounts on cell phone plans, movie tickets, restaurants, luggage, and over 2,000 other vendors
Enjoy a “Dress for your Day” business casual environment
Flexible work schedules that support work/life balance
Total Rewards program including a competitive base salary, short‑term incentives, long‑term incentives, paid holidays, 401(k) plan, vacation/sick time, and medical/dental/vision insurance that begins the 1st of the month following your hire date.
We play our part to make a difference. The HOPE League, Frontier Airlines’ non‑profit organization, is dedicated to providing employees with financial assistance during catastrophic hardship.
What Will You Be Doing? The Manager of Financial Reporting & Technical Accounting is primarily responsible for managing, researching and offering various alternative and ultimate conclusions related to technical accounting matters across the business. In addition, this position is responsible for the review of external financial statements, internal financial reporting and all other compliance and regulatory reporting.
Essential Functions
45% Technical Accounting Research
Review new accounting and reporting rules issued by the FASB, SEC, AICPA, EITF and DOT and identify impacts relevant to the company.
Prepare initial technical accounting analysis memos regarding new accounting and reporting rules, and new company transactions.
Provide informal technical accounting consultation and support as matters arise.
30% Financial Reporting
Assist in the timely preparation & review of internal, external and compliance/regulatory reporting.
Assist in the timely preparation & review of the annual audited financials.
10% Staff Administration
Hire, train, mentor and evaluate performance of the financial reporting and technical accounting team.
10% Accounting Review
Ensures compliance with internal policies/procedures, GAAP, regulatory requirements and SOX.
Lead update of internal policies, as needed.
Management of equity administration function (i.e. Stock Based Compensation accounting, forecasting, and SEC filings etc.).
Other Functions
5% Other
Special projects as required.
Qualifications
5-7 years Accounting experience; public accounting company experience desirable
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting
Certified Public Accountant required
National public accounting firm experience strongly preferred
Experience with month‑end closing and year‑end audits
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Comprehensive knowledge of GAAP and ability to interpret and implement new accounting pronouncements.
Advanced proficiency in Excel, understanding of reporting databases, designs and configurations, especially accounting software and reporting modules.
Strong organizational skills.
Confidential and professional manner.
Ability to work under pressure and time limitations.
Must be detail‑oriented.
Ability to maintain composure under pressure and prioritize multiple tasks.
Ability to manage, train and develop staff in a respectful and effective manner.
Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate positively and effectively with subordinates, peers, and all levels of management.
Equipment Operated Standard office equipment, including PC, copier, fax machine, printer.
Work Environment Typical office environment, adequately heated and cooled.
Physical Effort Generally, not required.
Supervision Received General Direction: The incumbent normally receives little instruction on day‑to‑day work and receives general instructions on new assignments.
Salary Range $90,094 – $119,583.
Position Supervised Sr Accountant, Financial Reporting and Technical Accounting.
Workplace Policies Disclaimer: The above statements are intended only to describe the general nature and level of work required of the referenced position; they are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of individuals in this position. Please be advised that duties and expectations of this position may be subject to change.
Frontier Airlines, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability status, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Frontier Airlines is a Zero Tolerance Drug‑Free Workplace. All prospective DOT safety‑sensitive employees are subject to pre‑employment testing for the following drugs and their metabolites: Marijuana, Cocaine, Amphetamines, Opioids, and Phencyclidine (PCP). Further, any DOT safety‑sensitive job applicant who is found to have tested positive on any required drug or alcohol test at a former employer will be considered ineligible for employment with Frontier.
Colorado Residents: In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age‑identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
This posting has a closing date on or before midnight 1/30/26 MT.
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Frontier Airlines
Why Work for Frontier Airlines?
At Frontier, we believe the skies should be for everyone. We deliver on this promise through our commitment to Low Fares Done Right. This is more than our tagline – it’s our driving philosophy. Every member of Team Frontier has an important role to play in bringing this vision to life. Our successful business model allows travelers to take advantage of our fast‑growing route network, while our bundled and unbundled pricing options allow our customers to personalize their travel experience and only pay for the services they need, saving them money along the way.
What We Stand For
Low Fares Done Right is our mission, and we strive to bring it to life every day. Our ‘Done Right’ promise means delivering not only affordable prices but also making travel friendly and easy for our customers. We put a great deal of care into every decision and action we take. We must be efficient with our resources and make smart decisions about how we run our business. We must also innovate and be pioneers – we’re not afraid to try new things. While our business requires us to fly high in the air, we also consider ourselves down‑to‑earth in our approach, creating a warm and friendly experience that truly demonstrates Rocky Mountain Hospitality.
Work Perks
Flight benefits for you and your family to fly on Frontier Airlines
Buddy passes for your friends so they can experience what makes us so great
Discounts throughout the travel industry on hotels, car rentals, cruises, and vacation packages
Discounts on cell phone plans, movie tickets, restaurants, luggage, and over 2,000 other vendors
Enjoy a “Dress for your Day” business casual environment
Flexible work schedules that support work/life balance
Total Rewards program including a competitive base salary, short‑term incentives, long‑term incentives, paid holidays, 401(k) plan, vacation/sick time, and medical/dental/vision insurance that begins the 1st of the month following your hire date.
We play our part to make a difference. The HOPE League, Frontier Airlines’ non‑profit organization, is dedicated to providing employees with financial assistance during catastrophic hardship.
What Will You Be Doing? The Manager of Financial Reporting & Technical Accounting is primarily responsible for managing, researching and offering various alternative and ultimate conclusions related to technical accounting matters across the business. In addition, this position is responsible for the review of external financial statements, internal financial reporting and all other compliance and regulatory reporting.
Essential Functions
45% Technical Accounting Research
Review new accounting and reporting rules issued by the FASB, SEC, AICPA, EITF and DOT and identify impacts relevant to the company.
Prepare initial technical accounting analysis memos regarding new accounting and reporting rules, and new company transactions.
Provide informal technical accounting consultation and support as matters arise.
30% Financial Reporting
Assist in the timely preparation & review of internal, external and compliance/regulatory reporting.
Assist in the timely preparation & review of the annual audited financials.
10% Staff Administration
Hire, train, mentor and evaluate performance of the financial reporting and technical accounting team.
10% Accounting Review
Ensures compliance with internal policies/procedures, GAAP, regulatory requirements and SOX.
Lead update of internal policies, as needed.
Management of equity administration function (i.e. Stock Based Compensation accounting, forecasting, and SEC filings etc.).
Other Functions
5% Other
Special projects as required.
Qualifications
5-7 years Accounting experience; public accounting company experience desirable
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting
Certified Public Accountant required
National public accounting firm experience strongly preferred
Experience with month‑end closing and year‑end audits
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Comprehensive knowledge of GAAP and ability to interpret and implement new accounting pronouncements.
Advanced proficiency in Excel, understanding of reporting databases, designs and configurations, especially accounting software and reporting modules.
Strong organizational skills.
Confidential and professional manner.
Ability to work under pressure and time limitations.
Must be detail‑oriented.
Ability to maintain composure under pressure and prioritize multiple tasks.
Ability to manage, train and develop staff in a respectful and effective manner.
Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate positively and effectively with subordinates, peers, and all levels of management.
Equipment Operated Standard office equipment, including PC, copier, fax machine, printer.
Work Environment Typical office environment, adequately heated and cooled.
Physical Effort Generally, not required.
Supervision Received General Direction: The incumbent normally receives little instruction on day‑to‑day work and receives general instructions on new assignments.
Salary Range $90,094 – $119,583.
Position Supervised Sr Accountant, Financial Reporting and Technical Accounting.
Workplace Policies Disclaimer: The above statements are intended only to describe the general nature and level of work required of the referenced position; they are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of individuals in this position. Please be advised that duties and expectations of this position may be subject to change.
Frontier Airlines, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability status, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Frontier Airlines is a Zero Tolerance Drug‑Free Workplace. All prospective DOT safety‑sensitive employees are subject to pre‑employment testing for the following drugs and their metabolites: Marijuana, Cocaine, Amphetamines, Opioids, and Phencyclidine (PCP). Further, any DOT safety‑sensitive job applicant who is found to have tested positive on any required drug or alcohol test at a former employer will be considered ineligible for employment with Frontier.
Colorado Residents: In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age‑identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
This posting has a closing date on or before midnight 1/30/26 MT.
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