Global Controller, Assembly, Test, Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul (ATMRO)

Job Description Summary

Responsible for all aspects of accounting for the global Assembly, Test, Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) network of shops within Commercial Engines & Services. The Global ATMRO Controller will be accountable for delivering timely, high quality financial reporting for use in the Commercial Engines & Services business. Key responsibilities include ensuring technical compliance with US GAAP, financial and operational internal controls, process simplification and delivering operational accounting excellence to support the business' financial planning and analysis needs. The Global ATMRO Controller will be the first point of contact for all aspects of accounting related to the ATMRO network and will have accounting responsibility for commercial Time & Materials transactions, including revenue recognition, as well as oversight of operational aspects of day-to-day accounting across the business.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• People leadership, including direct management, of a global team of eight direct reports covering the full range of Controllership responsibilities across the ATMRO network. Responsible for attracting, developing and retaining talent across the team.
• Responsible to oversee the Controllership teams in each site / legal entity as required to ensure accurate business financial reporting for both US GAAP and Statutory requirements.
• Serve as expert for ATMRO business with regard to understanding and interpreting applicable US GAAP, GE policies, GE Enterprise Standards, Standard Operating Procedures and Process Maps to deliver compliant and best-in-class accounting services for both GE Aerospace consolidated and statutory reporting.
• Responsible for driving efficient, routine, and compliant close processes that allow for standardization and simplification, as well as high quality of work/life satisfaction for the accounting team.
• Lead ATMRO team efforts to reduce monthly close cycle time by 50% over next two years.
• Provide technical controllership support to the ATMRO finance and operations team as well as the Time & Materials commercial teams, including serving as best practice/quality resource and developing strategies, policies and processes to continuously improve Controllership within the MRO network and respond to evolving business needs.
• Maintain a close working relationship with the ATMRO CFO and the finance team.
• Lead the Controllership aspects of the ongoing ERP transformation journey across the ATMRO shops.
• Expected to gain hands-on experience with the business and build team relationships through travel to ATMRO sites.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in finance and/or accounting from an accredited university or college
• Minimum of 12 years of experience in accounting or finance position
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems
• Demonstrated ability to lead programs/projects
• Proven ability to deliver results on time
• Ability to influence and drive results in a matrixed organization

Desired Characteristics

• Aerospace industry experience
• CPA, CA or equivalent
• Detail oriented and strong time management skills
• Flexible approach with a strong team spirit
• Comfortable to execute through uncertainty

Work Location

• West Chester, OH (hybrid arrangement as agreed with manager)
• Remote at any MRO shop location (Petropolis, Brazil; Cincinnati, OH; McAllen, TX; Lafayette, IN; Prestwick, Scotland; Cardiff, Wales; Budapest, Hungary; Singapore, Singapore; Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia)

GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. 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.

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: Yes

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