[Hiring] MRO International Controller @GE Aerospace

Role Description

Responsible for driving technical accounting compliance, financial and operational internal controls, process simplification, and operational excellence to deliver accurate actual financial reporting and analysis. Has in-depth knowledge of best practices and how own area integrates with others; has working knowledge of competition and the factors that differentiate them in the market.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Leadership: Manage team of 20+ employees directly and indirectly. Each individual shop will have a controllership individual/organization, reporting to this role. Responsible for attracting, developing, and retaining top talent across the team to build a high-performing organization.
• Compliance Oversight: Ensure accurate financial reporting for both US GAAP and statutory requirements across the MRO international network. Responsible for general accounting and policy application & process administration for all cycles including inventory, revenue recognition, receivables/payables, intercompany, etc. Understand and interpret applicable Enterprise Standards, SOP and Process Maps to deliver globally competitive financial process/accounting services.
• Operational Excellence: Drive efficient, routine, and compliant close processes that enable standardization, simplification, and improved work/life balance for the accounting team. Lead efforts to reduce monthly close cycle time by 50% over the next two years. Use lean methodologies to identify waste, streamline workflows, and improve operational efficiency while maintaining a focus on quality and delivery.
• Technical Expertise: Provide strategic controllership support to MRO finance, operations, and Time & Materials commercial teams. Develop and implement strategies, policies, and processes to continuously improve Controllership within the MRO network and respond to evolving business needs.
• ERP Transformation Leadership: Lead the Controllership aspects of the ongoing ERP transformation journey across the MRO shops, ensuring alignment with business objectives and operational requirements.
• Strategic Problem-Solving: Partner with cross-functional teams to address complex accounting challenges, drive process improvements, and ensure alignment with GE Aerospace’s strategic priorities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance and/or accounting from an accredited university or college.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in accounting or finance roles with progressing leadership experience.
• Strong interpersonal, leadership, and communication skills.
• Expertise in analyzing and resolving complex financial and operational challenges.
• Strategic mindset with strong attention to detail and time management skills.
• Comfortable leading through uncertainty and driving results in dynamic environments.

Requirements

• Aerospace industry experience.
• CPA, CA, or equivalent certification is preferred but not required.
• Familiarity with lean operating concepts and application to Controllership and operational processes.
• Demonstrated ability to lead large-scale programs/projects and influence outcomes in a matrixed organization.

Benefits

• Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes
• #LI-Remote - This is a remote position.