Summary Responsible for driving technical accounting compliance, financial and operational internal controls, process simplification, and operational excellence to deliver accurate actual financial reporting and analysis. Has in-depth knowledge of best practices and how own area integrates with others; has working knowledge of competition and the factors that differentiate them in the market.

Roles and Responsibilities

Directly managing a team of 5 UK employees and oversee support teams in other countries. Responsible for UK Statutory and US GAAP accounting & audit. Leading projects that drive increased accuracy and granularity whilst reducing month‑end close cycle. Month‑end analysis and reporting to senior leadership. Implement a culture of Lean utilizing FLIGHT DECK and GE Aerospace's lean operating model. Driving technical accounting compliance, financial and operational internal controls, process simplification and operational excellence to deliver accurate actual financial reporting and analysis. Apply best practices within the overall finance function. Responsible for general accounting and policy application & process administration for all cycles including inventory, revenue recognition, receivables/payables and inter‑company. Interpret and apply Enterprise Standards, SOPs and Process Maps to deliver globally competitive financial process/accounting services. Ensuring best practices are implemented within the finance function. Contribute towards strategy and policy development and ensure delivery within finance. Influence stakeholders and communicate complex messages effectively. Use judgment to make decisions or solve highly complex tasks or problems that impact the finance function. Take a new perspective on existing solutions. Use technical experience and expertise for data analysis to support recommendations.

Required Qualifications

Professional accounting qualification. Significant experience in controllership. Experience leading accounting and finance teams. Established project‑management skills. Demonstrated ability to analyse and resolve problems. Working experience of SAP and Excel.

Desired Characteristics

UK Statutory and/or US GAAP accounting & audit experience. Strong oral and written communication skills. Ability to document, plan, market and execute programs.

Flexible Working GE supports and encourages flexible working arrangements, where possible, and recognises the benefits to employees of having a positive work‑life balance. Total Reward At GE Aerospace we understand the importance of Total Reward. Our flexible benefits plan, called FlexChoice, gives you freedom, choice and flexibility in the way you receive your benefits, as well as giving you the opportunity to make savings where possible.

Non‑contributory Pension. Performance‑related bonus. Life Assurance. Group income protection. Private medical cover. Holiday – hourly equivalent of 26 days + public holidays, with flexible option to buy or sell.

Equal Opportunities GE Aerospace Wales is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, colour, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or other characteristics protected by law. GE Aerospace Wales is a Disability Confident committed employer, and welcomes applications from disabled candidates. We are dedicated to ensuring our recruitment processes are accessible to all. Should you require any adjustments to our recruitment processes or would like to ask a question please contact HR.Wales@geaerospace.com. Security Clearance Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained for this role. Please note that in the event that BPSS clearance cannot be obtained, you may not be eligible for the role and/or any offer of employment may be withdrawn on grounds of national security. Right to Work Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside other applications. However, under the applicable UK immigration rules as may be in place at any time, it may be that candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be appointed to a post if a suitably qualified, experienced and skilled candidate who does not require sponsorship is available. Additional Information Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes. #J-18808-Ljbffr