Senior Financial Analyst; Systems

Position

Senior Financial Analyst (Systems)

USA, Louisville, KY

• Leads and supports GE Appliances’ financial transformation projects, including EPM Cloud migration (FCCS, EPBCS, and ARCS), Hyperion HFM implementation, and R12 Systematic Manual Journal Entry (MJE) Review.
• Partners with Digital Technology (DT) on new initiatives and transactions, including entity restructures, acquisitions, and subledger accounting enhancements.
• Oversees the period and year-end close process across Oracle R12, collaborating with business and IT teams to ensure timely and accurate closing of multiple Oracle EBS modules.
• Maintains governance, accuracy, and integrity of the General Ledger (GL).
• Drives reconciliation of subledgers to the General Ledger, ensuring accounting consistency across all financial modules.
• Serves as the functional owner of Hyperion ARM (Account Reconciliation Manager) and ARCS (Account Reconciliation Cloud Service).
• Ensures timely completion of account reconciliations, monitors compliance, and reports key performance metrics to the CFO staff.
• Performs monthly and annual maintenance activities for the Global Oracle General Ledger (R12).
• Provides user training, support, and ad hoc financial analysis for Oracle EBS users.
• Leads efforts to strategize and streamline Controllership business processes to improve efficiency and accuracy.
• Manages and maintains the Closing & Reporting SharePoint site to ensure effective communication and accessibility of key resources.

• Professional & Operational Contribution:
  Functions as a seasoned finance professional, working independently with minimal supervision to lead financial processes, manage complex projects, and meet operational targets. Oversees the development and execution of budgets, forecasts, and financial plans using strong business knowledge and data analysis.
• Problem Solving:
  Independently resolves difficult and occasionally complex challenges, demonstrating sound judgment and initiative in managing full project life cycles and financial processes.
• Adaptability:
  Adjusts work methods and priorities autonomously in response to shifting team or business objectives, maintaining alignment with broader project and organizational goals.
• Communication & Influence:
  Crafts and delivers compelling financial presentations that connect insights to business outcomes. Influences others through coaching, collaboration, and effective explanation of financial policies and practices.
• Theoretical & Technical Expertise:
  Applies advanced knowledge of finance and the business, typically gained through education and experience, to guide analysis, support strategic decision-making, and improve financial performance.
• Business Partnership:
  Acts as a consultative partner to business leaders, translating financial results into actionable recommendations, supporting planning discussions, and aligning resources with strategic goals.
• Controllership &
  
  Risk Management:
  
  Proactively monitors for financial compliance and internal control risks, advises on corrective actions, and ensures that processes support accuracy, transparency, and audit readiness.

• Holds a University Degree or equivalent experience, and a minimum of 5 years of prior relevant experience (corporate finance or functional IT), reflecting a comprehensive understanding and proficiency in the field.

• Strong Excel and PowerPoint skills.
• Previous corporate finance experience specifically in manufacturing.
• Familiarity with and experience implementing Oracle and Hyperion modules.

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