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Bookkeeper

Rainier Flight Service – Renton, WA

About Rainier Flight Service

Flying is more than operating an airplane; it’s a passion. Rainier Flight Service is a community of individuals who share this passion, and you will find it infectiously embedded in the culture of our growing business. Established over 15 years ago, Rainier Flight Service has become the premier and largest flight school in the Pacific Northwest, nationally recognized as a leader in the training industry.

Position Overview

The Bookkeeper will play a critical role in enhancing and maintaining the financial operations of Rainier Flight Service. This role combines accounting expertise with process improvement experience to support our growing organization. Reporting to the Controller, this position will take ownership of essential accounting functions, contributing to the efficiency and accuracy of our financial processes and reporting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Payroll Processing: Manage payroll operations using ADP for semi-monthly and monthly cycles, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Reconciliations: Perform bank, credit card, and loan reconciliations to maintain accurate financial records and identify discrepancies.
• Bank Deposit Management: Process daily bank deposits in QuickBooks Online (QBO), ensuring timely and accurate recording of transactions.
• Revenue and Expense Reporting: Assist in preparing revenue reports and calculating expense charges for aircraft leaseback contracts.
• Credit Card Processing: Use the Fyle system to process credit card receipts and ensure accurate transaction records.
• Accounts Receivable (AR): Handle refund requests, price adjustments, and minimal collections as part of daily AR tasks.
• Accounts Payable (AP): Manage vendor invoice approval, book invoices. Manage making and recording payments (checks, ACHs, credit cards.)
• Team Collaboration and Clerical Support: Contribute to clerical tasks and collaborate with team members to support department goals.
• Process Improvements: Identify opportunities to streamline financial workflows and enhance efficiency.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills and Qualifications

• Associate degree in accounting or equivalent experience required; Bachelor’s degree a plus.
• Minimum of 5 years of bookkeeping experience.
• Proficiency with QuickBooks Online (QBO) and ADP Online Payroll.
• Advanced skills in Excel and Word.
• Strong understanding of payroll, AR, and AP processes.
• Ability to manage sensitive information with professionalism and discretion. 
• Knowledge of aeronautical terminology and practices is a plus.
• Experience in a maintenance/work order/parts inventory environment is a plus.
• Clear and professional communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

Compensation & Benefits

• Compensation: Hourly wage of $30 to $40, depending on experience and qualifications.
• Insurance: Health, dental, and vision insurance, with additional options for voluntary life, critical illness, and accident coverage. Benefits start on the first of the month after 60 days of employment.
• Paid Time Off: PTO accrual begins on day one
• Retirement Plan: 4% matching 401(k) after one (1) year of employment.
• Training Opportunities: Instruction, aircraft access, and training materials available at reduced rates or free for continuing education, proficiency, and obtaining additional ratings.

Schedule:

• Full Time Monday – Friday
• Located in Renton, WA

HOW TO APPLY: Please email your resume AND cover letter to Cheyenne Theis at C.Theis@RainierFlight.com

Job Summary:
The Administrative Assistant to the Chief Flight Instructor ensures efficient flight operations by managing administrative tasks, monitoring compliance, and supporting instructors and students. This role requires excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to delivering exceptional service in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate with multiple departments to support safe, efficient, and profitable flight operations.
• Deliver exceptional customer service, reflecting Rainier’s commitment to quality.
• Monitor student training progress and proactively alert flight operations to address issues.
• Manage payroll adjustments and resolve discrepancies for flight instructors.
• Respond to Pilot Records Improvement Act (PRIA) requests for former employees.
• Audit instructor compliance, including TSA clearance, certificates, Part 141 records, and medicals.
• Oversee and manage instructor permissions for billing, aircraft use, and course approvals.
• Track and report training progress for contractual agreements.
• Organize and manage flight instructor applications, including scheduling interviews.
• Maintain documentation for training exams, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Schedule and coordinate flight instructor indoctrination sessions, including aircraft assignments.
• Manage training documentation, including enrollment, graduation, and records verification.
• Assist with various tasks and projects as assigned by the Chief Flight Instructor.
• Foster professional, courteous communication with co-workers, management, and customers.

Qualifications:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong multitasking abilities in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with professionalism and discretion.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Proven ability to create a positive and welcoming environment for customers and staff.
• Clear and professional communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to successfully pass a background check.
• Experience in managing phone communications and addressing diverse inquiries professionally.

Preferred Skills:

• Familiarity with aviation operations, training documentation, or flight school environments.
• Prior experience with compliance management or audit processes.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit, stand, and use a computer for extended periods.
• Occasionally lift and move office supplies or equipment up to 20 pounds.

Work Environment:

• Office-based role in a fast-paced flight operations environment.
• Occasional interaction with students, instructors, and external agencies.

Compensation & Benefits

• Compensation: Hourly wage of $20-$28, depending on experience and qualifications.
• Insurance: Health, dental, and vision insurance, with additional options for voluntary life, critical illness, and accident coverage. Benefits start on the first of the month after 60 days of employment.
• Paid Time Off: PTO accrual begins on day one
• Retirement Plan: 4% matching 401(k) after one (1) year of employment.
• Training Opportunities: Instruction, aircraft access, and training materials available at reduced rates or free for continuing education, proficiency, and obtaining additional ratings.

About Rainier Flight Services:
Rainier Flight Services is dedicated to providing industry-leading flight training and customer experiences. Our team values safety, professionalism, and integrity while fostering a collaborative environment where employees and students thrive. Join us and be part of a mission to inspire the next generation of aviation professionals!

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Please submit your Resume to Cheyenne Theis at C.Theis@RainierFlight.com

Job Summary

The Supervisor of Flight (SOF) is responsible for managing the safe, efficient and profitable flight training operation for assigned location.

Essential Duties

• Manage daily activity to ensure safe and efficient operation.
• Assist clients and instructors to address training and operational questions.
• Contribute towards a team effort through coordinating with customer service and maintenance.
• Proactively monitor student progress for assigned instructor group to ensure high quality and standardized training.
• Perform stage checks and student evaluations.
• Mentor flight instructors and provide professional development.
• Provide flight instructor indoctrination and performance evaluations.
• Ensure safe and efficient ground handling of aircraft, in coordination with Maintenance.
• Perform duties as assigned by Chief Flight Instructor.

Minimum Qualifications

• Communicate with co-workers, management, customers and others in a courteous and professional manner.
• Proficient with current regulations, Rainier policies/procedures and computer systems.
• Maintain current CFI/ CFII certificate.
• Ability to manage effectively.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Available by phone 24/7 as emergency contact.

Benefits

• $65,000 annual salary
• Health, Dental and Voluntary Life Insurance available after two calendar months from date of hire
• PTO accrual that starts immediately upon hire
• Employee discounts for flight training, courses and retail items

To apply, send resume and cover letter to Chief Flight Instructor.

NAME OF EMPLOYER: Rainier Flight Service LLC

POSITION TITLE: Aviation Maintenance Technician

JOB DUTIES:

Perform maintenance and repair on a variety of aircraft in compliance with manufacturers and FAA guidelines and regulations, Rainier policies and procedures, and return aircraft to service in airworthy condition; Prepare documentation, repair and maintenance records, and other required paperwork as per appropriate regulations and procedures; Research parts needed for aircraft and complete parts request. Assure that parts are ordered in time to meet aircraft repair schedule; Clean and maintain work areas in an organized and acceptable condition to provide safety and a professional image; Communicate with customers as directed on technical issues, and seek to serve Rainier’s customers with the highest quality of customer service; Research service bulletins, service letters, and AD’s for estimates and assist in progress decisions; Communicate with team leader on job progression at regular intervals, including time and material estimates for jobs; Develop and maintain a standard for work to be completed in a timely and efficient manner, and complete work orders and provide to Maintenance Manager in timely manner; Conform with and abide by all regulations, policies, work procedures and instructions, and all safety rules including but not limited to wearing and using all appropriate safety equipment; Contribute towards a team effort through coordinating with multiple departments to ensure a safe, efficient and profitable operation; Perform duties as assigned by Maintenance Manager.

REQUIREMENTS: 

Bachelor’s degree of Science in Aeronautics, Aviation, Aviation Maintenance, or Aviation Engineering; at least 3-month experience as Aircraft Mechanic; FAA A&P Certification; 3-month training in Aircraft Mechanic, engineering, and the related regulations, policies, work procedures and instructions; Ability to work on ladders, bending, stooping and lifting equipment up to 75 pounds; Communicate with co-workers, management, customers and others in a courteous and professional manner.

LOCATION OF EMPLOYMENT: 800 W Perimeter Rd, Renton, WA 98057

RATE OF PAY: Full time, permanent position with annual rate of $88,005.

The Aircraft Maintenance Technician is responsible for ensuring aircraft are maintained in accordance with FARs, ADs and manufacturer guidelines.

Essential Duties

• Contribute towards a team effort through coordinating with multiple departments to ensure a safe, efficient and profitable operation
• Seek to serve Rainier’s customers with the highest quality of customer service
• Perform maintenance and repair on a variety of aircraft in compliance with manufacturers and FAA guidelines and regulations, Rainier policies and procedures, and return aircraft to service in airworthy condition
• Communicate with Maintenance Supervisor on job progress at regular intervals, including time and material estimates for jobs
• Prepare documentation, repair and maintenance records, and other required paperwork as per appropriate regulations and procedures
• Clean and maintain work areas in an organized and acceptable condition to provide safety and a professional image
• Develop and maintain a standard for work to be completed in a timely and efficient manner
• Communicate with customers as directed on technical issues
• Research parts needed for aircraft and complete parts request.  Assure that parts are ordered in time to meet aircraft repair schedule
• Research service bulletins, service letters, and AD’s for estimates and assist in progress decisions
• Conform with and abide by all regulations, policies, work procedures and instructions
• Comply with all safety rules including but not limited to wearing and using all appropriate safety equipment
• Complete work orders and provide to Maintenance Supervisor in timely manner
• Perform duties as assigned by Maintenance Supervisor

Minimum Qualifications

• Maintain current A&P or IA certificate
• Communicate with co-workers, management, customers and others in a courteous and professional manner
• Ability to work on ladders, bending, stooping and lifting equipment up to 75 pounds

Benefits:

• Competitive Pay - Rainier Flight pays $25-$40/hr, depending on experience and certification, plus graduated pay raises based on years of service.
• 401K – Rainier Flight provides a 4% matching 401k after 1 year of employment.
• Insurance – Rainier Flight Service pays for 50% of company offered Health, Dental, and Vision insurance. In addition, employee funded group term life insurance policies are offered as an optional / voluntary benefit.
• Computerized Scheduling and Records - The electronic record-keeping system is designed to facilitate the management of aircraft, students, flight instructors, and required maintenance records.
• Standards and Safety - Rainier Flight has a dedicated Safety Manager and SMS to ensure the highest standards are maintained.
• Networking Opportunities - Rainier Flight supports and participates in many industry events throughout the year.  Employees are encouraged to participate and network with industry leaders to fulfill career goals.
• Discounted Training - Instruction, aircraft and training materials available at reduced rates or free for continuing education, proficiency and obtaining additional ratings.

We are now hiring an IA! To apply, send resume, certifications and cover letter to the Director of Maintenance.

Flight Instructors are responsible for providing high quality flight, ground and simulator instruction. Flight Instructors report to the Chief Flight Instructor. 
Responsibilities Include:

• Contributes to team effort through coordinating with multiple departments to ensure a safe, efficient and profitable operation.
• Seek to serve Rainier’s customers with the highest quality of customer service.
• Communicate with co-workers, management, customers and others in a courteous and professional manner.
• Providing flight/ground instruction to enrolled students while maintaining the highest level of safety and standards.
• Introductory/Discovery Flight Lessons to encourage new prospects to enroll in our flight school.
• BFR ground and flight instruction as requested by our customers.
• Currency/proficiency ground and flight instruction as requested by our customers.
• Aircraft check-outs/sign-offs by make and model as requested by our customers.
• Assist students with flight and ground appointments by using the online schedule.
• Complete logbook entries as needed in students’ logs and instructors’ logbook.
• Teach ground school (weekend sessions) as requested.
• Refer students to other instructors as needed to accomplish student’s goals.
• Ensure all course standards, training requirements and flight dept. objectives are met by each student in each course.
• Recommend students that are fully-prepared for their FAA checkride.
• Maintain clean, professional environment – both in the aircraft and in the company building.
• Stay current with recommended CFI techniques and materials.
• Monitor the maintenance condition of aircraft and report any issues “squawks” in a timely and professional manner.
• Additional duties as assigned by Chief Flight Instructor.

Minimum Qualifications:

• FAA Certificated Flight Instructor, Airplane Single Engine Land and current FAA medical.
• Current and proficient to CFI PTS standards in ASEL aircraft.
• Knowledge of and ability to apply effective instructional techniques in the classroom and in flight.
• Knowledge of and ability to apply appropriate FARs, Oral and Practical Test Standards.

Benefits:

• Competitive Pay - Rainier Flight pays up to $30/hr for instruction, additional compensation for seminars and events.  Bonuses available.
• Flexible Schedule - With over 250 students flying from 6 am to midnight, each instructor manages their own schedule for customer convenience, safety and efficiency.
• Part 61/141 Curriculum - The structured Part 141 and Part 61 curricula and supporting training materials allow instructors to provide quality instruction to students.
• Standardized Procedures - Aircraft Standardization Manuals provide detailed information and explanations of procedures, maneuvers, and how to perform them.
• Computerized Scheduling and Records - The electronic record-keeping system is designed to facilitate the management of aircraft, students, flight instructors, and required training records.
• Standards and Safety - Rainier Flight has a dedicated Safety Manager and SMS to ensure the highest standards are maintained.
• Networking Opportunities - Rainier Flight supports and participates in many industry events throughout the year.  Employees are encouraged to participate and network with industry leaders to fulfill career goals.
• Discounted Training - Instruction, aircraft and training materials available at reduced rates or free for continuing education, proficiency and obtaining additional ratings.

To apply, send resume and cover letter to our hiring team.