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Global Controller of Aero Alliance, a joint-venture (JV) owned 50% by GE Vernova and 50% by Baker Hughes with an yearly revenue of ~1$B. This role will be reporting to the CFO of the JV.

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Essential Responsibilities

In this role, the Aero JV Controller will:

• Be supporting the Aero JV CEO and CFO in managing the overall controllership environment of Aero JV;
• Ensure controllership and consistency of accounting processes, support driving controllership awareness throughout the operating team, ensure financial compliance and uphold JV’s commitment to integrity;
• Ensure the accuracy and quality of the financial closing and reporting, ensuring proper monitoring mechanisms on the Balance Sheet, revenue recognition, inventory and controls;
• Drive smooth implementation of Aero Alliance Accounting Policies and ensure alignment with and between GEV/BKR requirements, being key contact for internal/external financial audits;
• Liaise with Tax team to identify tax optimization initiatives and coordinate their execution
• Initiate and support process improvements and supports finance systems and control implementations;
• Managing Accounts Payable organization and day to day activities, including ensuring payments are recorded and accurate;
• Maintain a strong internal control environment and manage the JV account reconciliation process, driving improvements period over period;
• Work effectively with different stakeholders (Operations, outsourced teams and other finance functions) inside and outside the JV to proactively drive key initiatives to successful conclusion.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance related field;
• Extensive and proven experience in a controllership/financial audit position;
• Strong verbal and written communication capabilities,
• Fluency in English, Italian language nice to have
• Availability to travel 10% of the time (mainly to US);

For US candidates only:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance related field;
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in a controllership/financial audit position;
• Strong verbal and written communication capabilities,
• Fluency in English, Italian language nice to have
• Availability to travel 10% of the time

Desired Characteristics

• Big 4 auditing experience is preferred;
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Master of Business Administration (MBA) is preferred;
• FMP/CAS graduate;
• Effective leader / influencer at within the organization;
• Ability to work with teams across functions and around the globe;
• Ability to execute across multiple priorities independently & decisively;
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and to prioritize under pressure;
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills;
• Approachable and responsive resource able to connect with employees at all levels;
• Preferred knowledge of Foxtrot/Oracle system.

About Us: 

Aero Alliance is a Joint Venture that serves three segments of customers – its two parent companies, Baker Hughes and GE Vernova, as well as the Authorized Service Providers (ASP) network. At Aero Alliance, our purpose is to deliver improved product, repair & execution strategy & fulfillment with best-in-class quality, speed and cost for the JV Partners & ASPs.

Our people are the trusted experts, relied on to solve challenges big and small. We invest in the health and well-being of our workforce, train and reward talent, and develop leaders at all levels to bring out the best in each other.

We believe in creating an environment of diversity and inclusion, without bias. We know we are better when all of our people are developed, engaged, and able to bring their whole authentic selves to work. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other characteristics protected by law.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

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