Executive - Global Finance Technology Leader

Job Description Summary DT Corporate – Global Finance Technology Leader is responsible for the end-to-end strategy, architecture, delivery, and operational performance of Finance Technology for GE Aerospace. This leader enables accurate, timely, and compliant reporting and decision support across Controllership, FP&A, Treasury, Tax, and Internal Audit by owning the ERP/EPM ecosystem, finance data and analytics platforms, automation capabilities, and the reliability, security, and compliance of Finance systems. Reporting Relationship Reports to the DT Corporate CIO, with strong day-to-day alignment to the GE Aerospace CFO and Finance leadership team. Key Responsibilities Translate Finance priorities into a multi-year Finance Technology roadmap with measurable outcomes (efficiency, risk reduction, control effectiveness, and decision quality). Own and govern the technology architecture across ERP (e.g., SAP, Oracle, JD Edwards), EPM/consolidation/close (e.g., HFM/FCCS, Oracle EPM or equivalent), Treasury Management, Tax platforms, integration patterns, and enterprise reporting. Establish standards for platform lifecycle management , application rationalization, integration patterns, data governance, and technical debt reduction. Lead a governed finance data platform (ingestion, modeling, master data management, data quality, and lineage) that enables trusted reporting, self-service analytics, and advanced modeling. Standardize KPI definitions and data lineage across source systems, data platforms, EPM, and reporting to improve transparency, auditability, and confidence in results. Define and execute an AI/automation roadmap for forecasting support, close acceleration, anomaly detection, document intelligence, and intelligent/agent-based automation in alignment with policies, controls, and responsible AI practices. Ensure Finance Technology controls and compliance , including SOX/internal controls, cybersecurity requirements, data privacy, and export controls (ITAR/EAR) where applicable; partner with Audit, Security, and Legal on control design, evidence, and continuous monitoring. Own the Finance Technology portfolio (ERP/EPM implementations and upgrades, data platform initiatives, automation programs) with disciplined program management and results-oriented delivery. Deliver reliable operations for critical Finance processes (financial close, consolidation, and Treasury cycles), including service management (incident/problem/change), SLA performance, monitoring/observability, and disaster recovery readiness. Drive simplification and standardization of the Finance application landscape to improve speed, resilience, cost effectiveness, and user experience through continuous improvement. Lead relationships with software vendors , system integrators, and managed service providers to ensure delivery quality, value realization, and adherence to architecture and security standards. Partner with the CFO organization and Finance functional leaders (Controller, Treasurer, Tax, FP&A, Internal Audit) to align priorities, manage trade-offs, and deliver outcomes. Build, lead, and develop global teams across ERP/EPM, architecture, data/analytics, AI/automation, and run operations; recruit and retain diverse talent and strengthen succession plans. Establish operating mechanisms that drive execution rigor, transparency, and continuous improvement aligned with GE Aerospace behaviors (Respect for People, Continuous Improvement, Customer Driven). Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience). 15+ years of progressive experience in Finance Technology, enterprise applications, data/analytics, or closely related domains. Demonstrated experience leading large, global, matrixed teams and major vendor/partner ecosystems, with accountability for outcomes, budget, and talent. Proven track record delivering complex, cross-functional enterprise programs (e.g., ERP/EPM modernization, finance data platform, close/controls transformation, application rationalization). Experience operating in SOX-controlled environments and partnering with Internal Audit, Security, Risk, and Compliance on controls and evidence. Preferred Qualifications Hands-on leadership across ERP and EPM/close platforms (SAP/Oracle/JDE; HFM/FCCS; Oracle EPM or equivalent), including integrations and end-to-end close enablement. Strong experience with modern finance data platforms (e.g., Azure, Snowflake, Databricks) and BI/semantic layer capabilities (e.g., Power BI or equivalent), including lineage and metric standardization. Experience delivering AI/ML and automation use cases in Finance (forecasting, anomaly detection, close acceleration, document intelligence), including governance and controls. Strong background in service reliability for business-critical systems (SLAs, observability, incident/problem/change management, and DR/BCP). Familiarity with export controls (ITAR/EAR) and/or global data privacy requirements as they relate to Finance systems and data. Experience leading transformation in the context of spinoff, M&A, integration/separation, or major platform modernization. Aerospace, defense, or complex industrial/manufacturing experience preferred. Compensation & Benefits The base pay range for this position is 200,000 – 300,000 USD annually. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus based on a percentage of your base salary. This posting is expected to close July 15, 2026. Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes. GE Aerospace offers comprehensive benefits and programs to support your health and, along with programs like HealthAhead, your physical, emotional, financial and social wellbeing. Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace; and the Employee Assistance Program, which provides 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan, a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness. Employment Eligibility GE Aerospace will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable). Equal Opportunity Employer GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. For more information, visit #J-18808-Ljbffr