Senior Accountant - Finance - (US-OH-Del Fair - 45238)

Minimum Education: None
Jobcode: L:95964691
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Business Unit: GE Infrastructure, Aviation Function: Finance Location: Cincinnati, OH Job #: 858179 Posted: Nov 12, 2008 Responsibilities GE is working for a better future. Are you ready? Looking for a challenge where your experience is valued? Come see what you can achieve as a leader with GE Aviation! The Senior Accountant demonstrates accountability for functional, business, and broad company objectives. Integrates and develops processes that meet business needs across the organization. Involved in long-term planning. This role contributes to the overall strategy and manages complex issues within functional areas area of expertise. * Define and implement accounting systems and procedures for GE, related affiliates, and associated companies that provide adequate information for control of the business and meet all standards for financial reporting, tax reporting, and corporate regulations * Review new and proposed contracts to define appropriate accounting routines and procedures * Provide advice and counsel in areas of finance and accounting * Design, review, and modify accounting reports to ensure accurate communication of financial results to management / stakeholders * Recommend changes in accounting / reporting requirements to ensure compliance * Analyze the financial position of assigned entities and recommend adjustments in valuation when necessary * Ensure accurate statement of financial results * Provide effective leadership as assigned * Perform account reconciliations Qualifications * Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance * At least 5 additional years of experience in a financial position Desired * Certified Public Accountant or Master's of Business Administration (MBA) is preferred * Ability to anticipate, identify, and resolve complex financial issues * Strong oral and written communication skills * Strong interpersonal and leadership skills * PC proficiency General * Why join one great company when you can join many? When you join GE, you join a company made up of 4 exciting businesses. Experience personal growth and competency development as part of the GE team. * GE Infrastructure is one of the world's leading providers of fundamental technologies to developing countries, including aircraft engines, transportation, energy, oil and gas, and water process technologies. * We offer a competitive salary, outstanding benefits package and professional advantages such as tuition reimbursement, paid time off, and developmental programs at all levels encouraging an environment that supports your development and recognizes your achievements. * GE Aviation values the health and well-being of our employees and makes available work/life initiatives that allow employees to meet the demands of their customers and manage their life outside of work. * GE is also proud to be recognized by Working Mother Magazine as one of the 100 Best Companies for Working Mothers. These elements, along with an inclusive environment that fosters both personal and professional growth continue to make GE a Global Employer of Choice. GE is an equal opportunity employer, offering a great work environment, challenging career opportunities, professional training and competitive compensation. The United States has regulations that govern the hiring of current or former U.S. Government employees. If you currently work for (or have in the past) the U.S. Government (in any capacity), you may have certain responsibilities under these regulations and certain restrictions may apply to your potential employment with GE. Therefore, if you are contacted by GE regarding a position of employment, and you have worked for the U.S. Government at any time, please immediately inform the GE representative of this fact.