Commercial Engines Operational Controller

Job Description Summary

The Commercial Engines Operational Controller will be responsible for supporting GE Aerospace’s strategic priority of a Lean monthly close that generates accurate, timely and GAAP-compliant financial information for use by internal and external stakeholders. This role will serve as the primary operational accounting point of contact for CEO controllership, with dedicated responsibility over the GE90, CF6 and GE9X product lines. Key responsibilities include driving operational accounting compliance with U.S. GAAP standards, maintaining financial and operational internal controls, leading accounting process simplification, and driving the implementation of FLIGHT DECK through the development of standard work and structured problem solving.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

Provide timely and accurate financial reporting information for use within and outside of the GE Aerospace Commercial Engines division. This includes the preparation and review of journal entries, account reconciliations, balance sheet commentary and quarterly data requests.

Partner with the Commercial Engines Global Controller on priority setting, KPI development and tracking, creating and maintaining SOPs, and maintaining the CEO Controllership calendar.

Stand up the accounting processes required for GE9X entry into service, including revenue recognition, RSP accounting, and royalty payments.

Serve as a people leader to a team of at least two direct reports.

Manage the CEO Controllership relationship with Genpact, including discussions over resourcing and feedback on team performance.

Partner with the Commercial Engines Global Controller on strategic initiatives, such as ERP modernization, closing cycle time reduction, etc.

Ensure internal controls over financial reporting are designed and operating effectively in accordance with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX).

Drive consistent adherence to U.S. GAAP, GE GAP, and GE Aerospace SOPs.

Drive adoption of FLIGHT DECK through consistent application of Lean principles, the development of standard work, and the use of structured problem solving.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance from an accredited university or college

8-10 years of experience in accounting

Strong project management skills

Desired Characteristics

Master’s degree in accounting and/or Certified Public Accountant

Proven analytical and organizational ability

Proven capability to plan and execute several projects simultaneously

Proven ability to deliver results on time

Ability to influence and drive results in a matrixed organization

Ability to anticipate, communicate, report and resolve challenges

Note:

To comply with US immigration and other legal requirements, it is necessary to specify the minimum number of years experience required for any role based within the USA. For roles outside of the USA, to ensure compliance with applicable legislation, the JDs should focus on the substantive level of experience required for the role and a minimum number of years should NOT be used.

Additional Information

GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE is an Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088EEOCKnowYourRights1020.pdf) . Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

Relocation Assistance Provided: No