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.