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GKN Aerospace Finance Business Partner II in Phoenix, United States
Fantastic challenges. Amazing opportunities.
GKN Aerospace is reimagining air travel: going further, faster and greener! Fuelled by great people whose expertise and creativity sets the standards in our industry, we’re inspired by the opportunities to innovate and break boundaries. We’re proud to play a part in protecting the world’s democracies. And we’re committed to putting sustainability at the centre of everything we do, opening up and protecting our planet. With over 16,000 employees across 33 manufacturing sites in 12 countries we serve over 90% of the world’s aircraft and engine manufacturers and achieved sales of £3.35 bn.in 2023. There are no limits to where you can take your career.
Job Summary
This position independently performs assigned accounting functions requiring the application of accounting principles and practices for GKN Aerospace.
This role is an onsite position!
Job Responsibilities
Establishes, modifies, documents and coordinates the implementation of accounting control procedures, compliance requirements, and monthly & YE closing activities & documentation
Ensures balance sheet positions are reconciled, understood, and aged or judgmental items are actioned to minimize them, this includes both at the RU and Program level of fidelity
Supports the preparation for RU(s) internal and external audits, obtaining documentation and supporting technical accounting matters
Weekly AR/AP cash forecasting management, ensuring accuracy and integrity within the collection and projection analysis
Conduct variance analysis to compare actual financial results against budgeted and forecasted figures
Provide insight, analysis and support in interpreting and acting on financial data
Provide insights into key performance indicators and financial trends
Assist with system enhancements to increase efficiency in the ERP system
Financial risk and opportunity management, including developing CapEx proposals, business case support, financial modeling, corporate & divisional reviews, etc.
Performs other duties, tasks and responsibilities as assigned by management to support the company’s goals and objectives
Job Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor degree in accounting or in lieu of this 5 years experience
3+ years’ experience in the field of financial analysis
Advanced Excel, Power Point and Reporting skills required
Internal Control
Analytical Skills
Accounting Process & Understanding
Accounting Regulations & Standards
Preferred Qualifications:
GKN Experience
3+ years’ experience in the manufacturing industry, preferably Aerospace
Understanding of generally accepted accounting practices (GAAP) and all related legislation and regulation, including both cost and general accounting principles.
Strong written, verbal, analytical and skills.
Connects and builds strong relationships with others, demonstrates emotional intelligence and an ability to communicate clearly, collaboratively and persuasively
We’ll offer you fantastic challenges and amazing opportunities. This is your chance to be part of an organisation that has proven itself to be at the cutting edge of our industry; and is committed to pushing the boundaries even further. And with some of the best training on offer in the industry, who knows how far you can go?
A Great Place to work needs a Great Way of Working
Everyone is welcome to apply to GKN. We believe that we can only achieve our ambitions through a coming together of diverse minds who enjoy collaborating in an inspirational environment. Through our commitment to diversity, inclusion and belonging and by living our five powerful principles we’ve created a culture where everyone feels welcome to contribute. It’s a culture that won us ‘The Best Workplace Culture Award’. By embracing and celebrating what makes us unique we encourage everyone to bring their full self to work.
We’re also committed to providing an accessible recruitment process, so if you require reasonable adjustments at any stage during our recruitment process please get in touch and let us know.
We are the place where human dreams, plus human endeavour, shape the future of aerospace innovation and technology.
