Assistant Controller - Commercial Engines

GE Aerospace • West Chester, PA

16d

About The Position

The Assistant Controller for Commercial Engines will be responsible for supporting GE Aerospace’s priority of providing accurate, timely and GAAP-compliant financial information for use by internal and external stakeholders. The role will support the Commercial Engines Controller with operational and technical accounting matters and deliverables. Key responsibilities include driving technical accounting compliance with U.S. GAAP standards, supporting the preparation, review, and submission of data requests for 10-Q/10-K filings, maintaining financial and operational internal controls, and leading accounting process simplification through the application of Lean principles.

Requirements

• Certified Public Accountant
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting from an accredited university or college
• 8-15 years of experience in accounting
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Nice To Haves

• Proven analytical and organizational ability
• Proven capability to plan and execute several projects simultaneously
• Proven ability to deliver results on time
• Ability to anticipate, communicate, report and resolve challenges
• Ability to influence cross-functionally and drive change with urgency

Responsibilities

• Provide and document technical accounting guidance on leasing, revenue recognition, contractual liabilities and financial statement disclosures
• Proactively communicate with Finance and FP&A to ensure the impact of accounting matters are understood and forecasted timely
• Assist with the review of Commercial Engines balance sheets and align commentary with operational drivers across product lines
• Assist with preparing the quarterly Commercial Engines and Services (CES) Financial Reporting Package (FRP)
• Review quarterly disclosure requests, including RPO
• Partner with the Commercial Engines Controller on strategic initiatives, such as reducing close cycle time
• Lead annual and semi-annual reviews across product lines, including impairment reviews (e.g., intangibles and fixed assets) and physical inventories
• Review and approve monthly lease engine payments
• Maintain and update Commercial Engines SOPs
• Ensure internal controls over financial reporting are designed and operating effectively in accordance with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) requirements and remediate deficiencies timely
• Drive adherence to U.S. GAAP, GE GAP, and GE Aerospace SOPs
• Champion FLIGHT DECK by applying Lean principles, developing standard work, and using structured problem solving

Benefits

• Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services.
• Retirement benefits include the GE Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants.
• Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees