Job Description
Job Description:
The AMR Accountant supports US, and other general ledger accounting activities, focusing on income statement and balance sheet accounts not managed by Global Shared Services teams. The AMR Accountant prepares monthly journal entries for close related to payroll, prepaid expenses, and accrued expenses. The AMR Accountant will also support analysis for monthly balances and variance in results. This position operates within a strong internal control framework, executing and documenting key controls to meet management and audit requirements. The AMR accountant partners closely with the Americas Operational and Finance teams to deliver timely, accurate, and reliable reporting of operational results. PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Execute tasks for the month end close for US, Trinidad, Guyana, Suriname, and other miscellaneous entities supporting AMR operations Support AMR Senior Accountant and related Bristow business processes while maintaining strong internal controls for the business Apply daily cash receipts to ensure accounts receivable aging remains current; investigate and resolve unidentified deposits in coordination with Treasury and customer billing contracts Prepare and distribute the monthly Average Fuel Cost report to operational and finance stakeholders across the Americas Communicate with the Bristow Global Shared Services team to cover needs they may have regarding AMR Inventory, Fixed Assets, Accounts Payable, Long-Term Leases as required. Prepare reconciliation of balance sheet accounts at the end of the month to identify discrepancies and work to resolve differences. Reconciliations primarily covers Cash, AR, Prepaids, Accrued Costs Assist with monthly balance sheet and income statement reviews, including research and explanations of balance sheet and profit and loss account variances Perform assigned SOX controls critical to the close process to ensure compliance with the company's accounting policies and procedures Assist in the preparation and maintenance of internal process documentation Support quarterly audit requests for external and internal audits, and other miscellaneous audit efforts of Americas region. Work closely with team members to help achieve a timely month end close each month Prepare Ad Hoc schedules, analysis and reports as requested Perform other duties as assigned. PERSON SPECIFICATION
(minimum education requirements, key skills, and experience) Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in accounting required Experience:
2+ years of progressive accounting experience Demonstrated knowledge of US-GAAP and standard accounting practices Experience supporting or participating in team-based and cross-functional projects Proven experience using ERP systems for General Ledger accounting Exposure to or Experience working in a global, multi-country organization preferred Skills:
Strong communication skills with the ability to clearly articulate and summarize information for audiences with varying backgrounds and organizational levels, including external stakeholders Analytical and investigative skills with persistence to identify and resolve accounting discrepancies and reconciliations in timely manner Strong computer literacy, including advanced Microsoft Excel skills (e.g., formulas, pivot tables, data analysis); OneStream experience a plus Ability to leverage automation and AI‑enabled tools (e.g., Microsoft Copilot) to enhance analysis, documentation, and process efficiency Good team player: willingness to assist/ mentor team members as required Ability to manage priorities, focus on the key issues, meet deadlines, and work well in team environments Bristow Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Bristow Group With its headquarters in Houston, Texas, Bristow Group is the leading provider of helicopter services to the worldwide offshore energy industry based on the number of aircraft operated, and one of two helicopter service providers to the offshore energy industry with global operations. With recent acquisitions of premium regional air carriers, Bristow provides point-to-point scheduled and charter transportation services, combining fixed-wing with rotary-wing services to clients around the world. Bristow has proudly served the offshore oil transport industry in major exploration and production arenas for 60 years and has been responsible for many industry-leading technological innovations. Equal Employment Opportunity Bristow Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Bristow Group is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity, including providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with a disability. Applicants with a physical or mental disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process may contact the Human Resources Department at 337-335-2304 or accommodations@bristowgroup.com.
