Job Description Summary
The successful candidate will work cross functionally supporting FP&A, controllership, and project teams. They will be responsible for driving technical accounting compliance, financial and operational internal controls, process simplification, and operational excellence to deliver accurate financial reporting and analysis for assigned areas of responsibility.
The successful candidate will be responsible for a variety of general accounting tasks specific to business operations at the Lichtenfels, Germany site, including inventory, deferred income, progress collections and reserves. The successful candidate will be responsible leading an effective and efficient revenue recognition process on machine and services sales and will play a significant role in the effectiveness of the Concept Laser monthly and quarterly close process.
About Us ??
Colibrium Additive - part of GE Aerospace (NYSE: GE) - is a world leader in metal additive design and manufacturing, a pioneering process that has the power and potential to transform businesses. Through our integrated offering of additive experts, advanced machines, services, and quality powders, we empower our customers to build innovative new products.
GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer where inclusion matters. 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.
Job Description
Essential Responsibilities
Responsible for Concept Laser general accounting processes and close including:
Own the monthly financial close process and leadership reporting
Inventory, including participation in resolution of CAS Schedule II finding
Revenue recognition application for machine sales, services, powder and Addworks
Reserves related to inventory and purchase price accounting
Other general accounting processes as deemed necessary
Balance sheet analytical reviews for areas of assigned responsibility
Preparation of account reconciliations for assigned responsibility
Ensure proper accounting for sales within GE through coordination with contacts within Additive, GE Aviation, and other GE businesses
Responsible for preparation of key disclosure to GE Corporate regarding Additive internal sales
Own and maintain relationships with key contacts in business operations including Supply Chain, Engineering and Product Management
Identify and facilitate simplification opportunities to improve the efficiency of closing processes, eliminate manual effort and maximize automation of accounting processes
Understand, interpret, and develop (as needed) applicable Enterprise Standards, Standard Operating Procedures and Process Maps for assigned areas of accounting
Partner with Additive / Aviation technical controllership, business finance, and global operations contacts to deliver timely, high quality financial reporting information
Support of other corporate accounting and auditing processes, including Deloitte, internal Corporate Audit Staff (CAS), Statutory, etc.
Qualifications/Requirements
Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college
5 or more years of experience in accounting
Ability to coordinate several projects simultaneously.
Ability to anticipate, communicate, report and resolve challenges
Proven analytical and organizational ability.
Effective problem identification and solution skills.
Understanding of how operational processes link to the financial statement
Desired Characteristics
CPA, CA and/or public accounting experience preferred but not required
Operational controllership experience preferred but not required
Experience working with business operational partners preferred but not required
Strong interpersonal skills and professional style when dealing with business contacts, including both oral and written communication
Detail-oriented and strong time management skills
Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems
Flexible approach with a strong team spirit
Compliance & controllership mindset
Comfortable to execute through uncertainty
Experience with Microsoft Office products, Oracle accounting/ERP systems
We offer ??
GE Aerospace supports and encourages flexible working arrangements, where possible, and recognizes the benefits to employees of having a positive work-life balance. As a new joiner to Colibrium Additive in Germany, we are pleased to be able to offer you the following in your benefit fund, which you then can tailor to meet your individual needs:
company pension plan, supplemental health insurance,
long service awards, invalidity and death insurance,
holiday storage and fitness subsidy.
Additional Information
Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes
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.