Financial Analyst - Compliance and Process Improvement
Job Description
Job Description
Our client, a leading manufacturer of aero and industrial gas turbine components, is a globally recognized public company with more than 75 years of innovation, growth, and technical excellence. Renowned across the aerospace industry, this organization fosters a culture that values continuous improvement, professional development, and inclusion.
Recognized by Forbes as one of the World’s Best Employers, the company has earned a reputation for its commitment to employee success, forward-thinking leadership, and global impact in the aerospace and energy sectors.
Why Consider Joining Our Client
Joining this organization means becoming part of a company that truly invests in its people — where performance meets purpose. Here’s what sets them apart:
- Publicly traded global leader on a sustained path of growth and innovation
- Recognized by Forbes as a Top Global Employer
- Exceptional insurance coverage and 401(k) match — both effective on day one
- Employer contribution to your Retirement Savings Plan every pay period
- A vibrant, collaborative culture where cross-functional teams thrive
- Professional development through extensive training programs and continuous learning
- Free on-site fitness center membership promoting work-life balance
Beyond the benefits, you’ll join a company that drives technological advancements, shaping the future of sustainable aerospace and industrial power generation.
Position Overview
The Compliance Analyst - Process Improvement will serve as a key member of the Finance team, balancing responsibilities across three core areas:
Forensic Accounting, Continuous Improvement Projects, and Central Process Support.
This role is ideal for a finance professional who thrives in a data-driven environment, enjoys solving complex problems, and seeks a meaningful role within a world-class aerospace manufacturer.
Key Responsibilities
Forensic Accounting
- Perform in-depth analyses of site accounts and reconciliations, focusing on areas identified by the U.S. Compliance Lead
- Support the balance sheet and peer reviews with detailed financial analysis
- Maintain and enhance the internal “Red Flag Generator” for risk detection
- Support control testing and compliance assurance through monthly flux analysis
Continuous Improvement (CI) Projects
- Contribute to ongoing finance and accounting CI initiatives, including:
- Streamlining account reconciliation and the chart-of-account usage
- Eliminating roll-forward reconciliations
- Improving absorption test monitoring and standard cost processes
Segment Central Process Support
- Assist with key finance processes at the segment level, such as:
- Regulatory reporting (Hart Scott Rodino, SAB104, etc.)
- Annual analyses, including goodwill testing
- Tracking commercial contract pricing and cost reduction initiatives
- Supporting ad-hoc financial projects as assigned
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
- Minimum 2 years of experience in finance and/or accounting
- Legally authorized to work in the United States (no visa sponsorship)
- Must meet ITAR requirements (U.S. Citizen, Permanent Resident, Political Asylee, or Refugee)
Preferred Qualifications
- Strong cost accounting experience
- Working knowledge of GAAP
- Excellent analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Experience with database querying and reporting tools
- Strong negotiation and presentation capabilities
Why This Role Matters
This is more than just a compliance role — it’s an opportunity to gain broad exposure across finance, operations, and compliance while contributing to high-impact global initiatives. You’ll work alongside some of the industry’s most talented professionals, building a foundation for long-term growth within one of the most respected organizations in aerospace manufacturing.