Assistant controller Jobs in Jackson, MS

Job Description Summary

The controller will be responsible to deliver accurate and timely US GAAP compliant financial information to internal and external stakeholders for the Supply Chain division of the Technology & Operations (T&O) organization within GE Aerospace. The work involves leading monthly closing and financial reporting, reconciliation and analysis of the composition of financial statements, and variance analysis including commentary on business drivers of financial performance. Key responsibilities include driving technical accounting compliance, maintaining financial and operational internal controls, leading accounting process simplification, and enabling operational controllership excellence. In addition to providing reporting and accounting guidance to the organization, the candidate will collaborate with stakeholders to execute other strategic controllership and T&O initiatives.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

Responsible for overseeing the monthly close process for Supply Chain including recording / reviewing journal entries, preparing / reviewing general ledger account reconciliations, providing variance analysis on statements, and supporting all internal and external reporting requirements (i.e. DR preparation).

Provides controllership support to global Supply Chain shops including overseeing close processes, financial reporting, and statutory and government reporting compliance.

Responsible for coordinating with the T&O controller to identify inventoriable costs and ensuring accounting compliance for supplier agreements being negotiated by the procurement and sourcing teams.

Delivers controllership support for T&O ERP implementations.

Provides technical and operational accounting support to the T&O organization including advising leaders regarding complex financial accounting and reporting issues and transaction structuring.

Ensures the integrity of financial reporting data through the implementation and execution of internal controls over financial reporting and serves as key contact for internal and external auditors.

Drives consistent adherence to US GAAP, GE GAP, Government Accounting rules and GE Aerospace SOPs, consulting with technical experts and management as needed.

Partners with T&O Controller to streamline overall close process and implement other strategic priorities.

Leverages Flight Deck to drive process improvement and simplification projects. Drives wing to wing process improvements, using bowler charts and KPI metrics to measure progress and success. Leads cross-functional teams in problem solving efforts.

Serves as a people leader to at least one direct report. Responsible for coaching and mentoring direct report(s).

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance from an accredited university or college

At least 10 years of experience in an accounting or finance position

U.S Citizen

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Chartered account (CA)

Desired Characteristics

Experience in leading monthly financial closing and reporting processes including financials statement analysis, journal entry review, account reconciliations, variance analysis, and presentations on results

Knowledge of US GAAP principles

Experience in auditing, driving efficiencies and implementing controls in financial processes

Proven analytical and organizational ability

Proven capability to plan and execute several projects simultaneously

Proven ability to deliver results on time

Excellent teamwork skills; collaborative approach with peers and team members

Strong oral and written communication skills

Strong interpersonal and leadership skills

The base pay range for this position is $130,000-$170,000. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus based on a percentage of your base salary. This posting is expected to close on December 5th.

GE Aerospace offers comprehensive benefits and programs to support your health and, along with programs like HealthAhead, your physical, emotional, financial and social wellbeing. Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace; and the Employee Assistance Program, which provides 24 / 7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan, a 401(k) savings plan 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. ?

GE Aerospace (General Electric Company or the Company) and its affiliates each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a "Sponsor"). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor's welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.?

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

#LI-Remote - This is a remote position

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.