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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
The Senior Accountant serves as the primary finance representative for the Additive Manufacturing business unit, providing strategic financial partnership with operational support. The role collaborates closely with the Value Stream Manager, Business Development teams and the Finance Director in Sweden to drive financial performance, ensure compliance, and support investment decisions. The position is also the main finance point of contact for additive investment activities in Newington.
Job Responsibilities
Financial Goverance & Compliance
1. Ensure monthly, quarterly, and annual finanical statements are prepared in accordance with GAAP and IFRS
2. Maintain balance sheets integrity through detailed reviews and reconciliations
3. Coordinate and support internal/external financial audits
4. Ensure compliance with corporate financial policies and reporting standards
Planning & Analysis
5. Lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-range strategic planning (annual and 5-year) for the Additive Manufacturing Value Stream
6. Deliver timely and accurate management reporting, including: Month-end close activities Account reconciliations and balance sheet reviews Fixed asset reporting Weekly financial forecast updates and cash reporting Quarterly planning cycles and annual budgeting Ad hoc financial analysis and reporting
Business Partnership
7. Act as a trusted financial advisor to operational and commercial leaders
8. Support captial investment decisions and business cases
9. Provide financial insights to drive performance improvements
Systems & Process Optimization
10. Support modernization of finance systems in alignment with group strategy
11. Identify and implement across improvements to enhance reporting accuracy and efficency
12. Leverage data and analytics to improve decision-making
13. Any other job duties as assigned
Job Qualifications
Required Qualifications
14. Bachelors of Science in Accounting or Finance, or equivalent
15. Minimum 3 years of experience in FP&A or General Accounting within a manufacturing environment
16. Experience with SAP or similar ERP systems
17. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particulary Excel (pivot tables, advanced formulas), Word and PowerPoint
18. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills
19. Must be a US Person (Citizen or Green Card Holder) or have the ability to obtain the necessary Government licensing to work with controlled technologoy and products
Preferred Qualifications
20. Continous improvement mindset with strong attention to detail and accuracy
21. Experience consolidating and analyzing large financial datasets to support forecasting
22. Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to influence at all all organizational levels
23. Self-starter able to work independently and collaboratively in a matrixed environment
24. Ability to manage multiple priorites, meet deadlines, and drive process improvements
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.