When you join Verizon

You want more out of a career. A place to share your ideas freely — even if they’re daring or different. Where the true you can learn, grow, and thrive. At Verizon, we power and empower how people live, work and play by connecting them to what brings them joy. We do what we love — driving innovation, creativity, and impact in the world. Our V Team is a community of people who anticipate, lead, and believe that listening is where learning begins. In crisis and in celebration, we come together — lifting our communities and building trust in how we show up, everywhere & always. Want in? Join the V Team Life.

What you’ll be doing...

We are looking for an experienced professional passionate about the business of aviation. This role will report directly to the AVP - Aviation and will be responsible for managing and overseeing finance, accounts payable and regulatory reporting duties for the Aviation department; contributing to Verizon’s success at a “high” level and helping us to fulfill our mission. Verizon Aviation consists of highly skilled professionals who deliver unparalleled service by maintaining a daily focus on our team, our customers and the services we provide.

As you use your business and leadership experience, you will add your knowledge to our team and:

• Working within Verizon Aviation to maintain a culture of safety with efficient procedures that support customer service.

• Developing, consolidating and managing the annual Aviation expense and capital budgets for all aircraft and base of operation.

• Serving as the primary contact on all issues related to Aviation between various company organizations including:

  • Finance - financial planning & analysis, budgeting and auditing

  • Tax - sales & use tax payments and tracking

  • Legal - contractual obligations

  • Regulatory - compliance with IRS, SEC, FCC and FAA regulations

  • Risk Management - insurance coverage and claims

  • Executive Compensation - imputed income and SEC proxy reporting

• Managing accounts payable process including all administrative, flight operations and maintenance expenses by ensuring timely reconciliation and proper account coding.

• Supporting Flight Scheduling and Operations by reviewing flight log activity to ensure Travel Policy compliance and by preparing monthly/quarterly executive usage reports.

• Accumulating and analyzing aircraft and drone utilization data.

• Participating as an active member of Verizon’s Drone Use and Compliance (VZDUC) Team.

• Maintaining Aviation’s asset list including aircraft, drones and ground service equipment.

• Communicating with customers, outside business firms and/or employees in other departments to accomplish job tasks.

• Participating as an active member of Verizon Aviation’s leadership team by attending and contributing to all staff and strategy meetings.

This is a Hybrid position based at 14 Airport Road, Morristown, NJ 07960.

What we’re looking for...

You’ll need to have:

• Six or more years of relevant experience required, demonstrated through one or a combination of work and/or military experience, or specialized training.

• Experience in data analysis and budgeting.

• Willingness to travel up to approximately 25% of the time.

Even better if you have one or more of the following:

• Strong leadership and communication skills.

• Risk management experience.

• Computer proficient and accomplished in Google and Microsoft applications.

• Five or more years in aviation or related experience.

• Proven ability to connect and establish a rapport with a wide range of people.

• Familiarity with IRS, SEC, FCC and FAA regulations.

• Ability to be guided in all you do by our core principles of Safety, Integrity, Performance Excellence, Accountability and Social Responsibility.

If Verizon and this role sound like a fit for you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every “even better” qualification listed above.

Where you’ll be working

In this hybrid role, you'll have a defined work location that includes work from home and a minimum eight assigned office days per month that will be set by your manager.

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Equal Employment Opportunity

We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer - and celebrate our employees’ differences, including race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, and Veteran status. At Verizon, we know that diversity makes us stronger. We are committed to a collaborative, inclusive environment that encourages authenticity and fosters a sense of belonging. We strive for everyone to feel valued, connected, and empowered to reach their potential and contribute their best. Check out our diversity and inclusion page to learn more.

You want more out of a career. A place to share your ideas freely. We power and empower how people live, work and play by connecting them to what matters most. If that inspires you, start the next chapter of your career here.