Partners Controller, Customer Material Services

Job Description Summary

The Partners Controller for Customer Material Services will be responsible for driving technical accounting compliance, maintaining robust financial and operational internal controls, and delivering accurate financial reporting and analysis for the Customer Material Solutions Partners space. The role will focus on both operational and technical accounting matters related to Revenue & Risk Sharing Partners (RRSP), Distribution partners, Material Cost per Set (MCPS), Licensing and Joint Venture (JV) partners. The role also emphasizes process simplification and operational excellence through the application of Lean principles.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Oversee general accounting, policy application, and process administration for all focus areas, including revenue recognition, payables, and deferred income.

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

• Develop deep expertise in RRSP, Distribution, MCPS, Licensing and JV Partners

• Serve as best practice and quality resource for internal and external stakeholders.

• Prepare and review the Customer Material Services (CMS) balance sheets, aligning commentary with operational drivers across product lines

• Ensure timely and compliant execution of monthly payments to partners

• Lead and oversee two direct reports in the monthly closing process and various quarterly and annual review processes, ensuring accuracy, timeliness and compliance

• Manage, mentor and develop two direct reports by providing clear direction, setting performance expectations and fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

• Drive collaboration within own team and across functions to ensure alignment on priorities and successful execution of objectives

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

• Respond to internal and external audit requests are responded to in a timely and accurate manner

• Champion FLIGHT DECK by applying Lean principles, developing standard work, and using structured problem solving to simplify and automate accounting process

• Collaborate with Finance and FP&A to ensure the impact of accounting matters are understood and forecasted in a timely manner

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting from an accredited university or college

• 8-15 years of experience in accounting

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex financial concepts clearly

• Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems effectively

• Basic understanding of Alteryx or a strong desire and willingness to learn and apply this or similar tools to drive process improvements.

Desired Characteristics

• Certified Public Accountant

• Proven analytical and organizational ability to manage multiple priorities effectively

• Demonstrated capability to plan and execute several projects simultaneously while delivering results on time

• Experience with Lean principles and structured problem-solving methodologies

• Ability to anticipate, communicate, report and resolve challenges proactively

• Expertise in Alteryx and/or similar data analytics and automation tools

Additional Information

GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights_10_20.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 Aerospace 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

GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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.