Private Aviation Operations Specialist

Position Summary

Join applying for the Private Aviation Operations Specialist role at Tri Star Sports & Entertainment
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• Provide clients with superior customer service and assist in problem resolution.
• Process and monitor necessary tax documentation and applications.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of tax trends, specifically relating to tax rules for airline expenses.
• Collaborate with the business management and family office team to support various tasks related to tax and asset management.
• Keep meticulous records of flights and expenses related to business activities on behalf of clients.
• Calculate eligible depreciation amounts and ensure compliance with the IRS guidelines.
• Inform tax accountants of FET rates and indirect tax as it relates to private jets.
• Identify eligible activities and expenses that qualify for federal tax credits from private jet owners.
• Research the availability of state tax credits on behalf of clients.
• Conduct market research and analyze aviation data and trends to monitor aircraft market values, listings, and sales to identify trends and opportunities.
• Maintain accuracy of data in the aircraft values database.
• Regularly share market insights as it relates to private jet transactions.
• Examine FAA documents for aircraft ownership and transaction history.
• Contribute to client deliverables such as providing presentations, reports, comparisons, financial models, and tax credits.
• Identify potential business expenses and tax deduction opportunities on behalf of clients.
• Liaise with third party private jet companies, pilots, and/or staff on behalf of clients, as directed.
• Ensure Broker Rules compliance, adhering to DOT regulations on behalf of clients.
• Remain well-versed on Standard Industry Fare Levels (SIFL).

• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact across the organization.
• Extremely detail-oriented to create accurate and timely reports.
• Strong work ethic with a positive attitude & a fit with the company’s culture & values.

• Ability to reliably commute and report to the Tri Star office.
• Previous experience providing tax services in the asset management or private jet industries, required.
• BS in Accounting, Finance, or related field highly preferred.
• Experience using CCH, Quick Books and Excel required.

• A collaborative, team oriented working environment
• Exposure to unique projects in a variety of industries
• Opportunities to contribute ideas and propose solutions alongside industry leading experts
• Competitive salary and benefits
• Encouraged work/life balance, including generous time off policies

• PERFORMANCE: We provide clients with excellent reporting and service
• HONESTY & INTEGRITY: We are transparent and accountable, always being truthful to staff and clients
• TEAMWORK: We actively participate in group discussions, tasks, and projects
• COMMITMENT: We are dedicated to our roles within Tri Star, the core values of the firm and the clients
• TECHNOLOGY: We seek to capitalize on innovative technologies and contribute to positive change in the firm

This job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all requirements of this position.