Job Description Summary
GE Aerospace’s Edison Works business is embarking on an exciting ERP journey to implement a greenfield SAP S4/HANA instance starting in 2024 to meet expected engine growth starting in 2026 and beyond. To enable a successful SAP deployment and sustainment, GE Aerospace is hiring multiple Digital Technology roles to administer, configure and program manage the new SAP instance. This role will work upfront to blueprint GE’s business, partner with a system integrator to deploy SAP S/4 HANA, and ultimately act as product owner of the finance and controlling processes for Edison Works. You will be responsible for operating with business partners and technical teams to create a clear strategic direction for the SAP deployment and associated integrations. You will collaborate across GE DT teams to help define SAP best practices and leverage existing standards and integrations.
Job Description
Roles and Responsibilities:
• Own the implementation of all finance processes, including project costing in SAP ERP for specific deployment projects.
• Work closely with finance business and DT teams to confirm setup and reporting requirements that align to GE Aerospace standards.
• Influence business stakeholders on implementing standard finance processes and adopting best practice ERP solutions.
• Work with third party vendor to implement SAP solution that minimizes customization and meets the business needs, using opportunity to broaden technical expertise.
• Work with broader GE Aerospace ecosystem to ensure Edison Works business follows enterprise standards and can integrate with other enterprise systems (e.g. Oracle EBS, Hyperion)
• Own the requirements and testing for any FICO integrations needed to external systems
• Maintain a high level of functional competency regarding the standard configuration of SAP FICO and associated integrations by staying abreast of new trends, future enhancements and leveraging best practices.
• Align with functional partner to lead the delivery of product area for initial implementation and future releases.
• Ensure all systems are aligned to IT long term strategy and standards (e.g.SOX, CMMC)
• Verify all needed documentation is completed as part of program delivery.
Qualifications/Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree from accredited university or college with a minimum of 4 years professional experience OR Associated degree with minimum of 7 years professional experience OR High School Diploma with minimum of 9 years of professional experience
• Experience with foundational ERP concepts across multiple modules
• Experience implementing or supporting complex ERP projects (SAP, Oracle, etc.)
• Minimum of 3 years professional experience in technical product or project management
• NOTE: Military experience is equivalent to professional experience:
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job.
• Due to the nature of the work being performed this role requires the individual to obtain and maintain US Government Security Clearance.
Desired Characteristics:
• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience with SAP; preferred to have S4/HANA experience
• Strong experience in delivering enterprise-wide finance IT solutions. ERP implementation experience is preferred.
• Experience working with FICO and Project System modules of SAP and Chart of Account structures.
• Knowledge of financial accounting, US GAAP and/or US Govt accounting
• Experience integrating an ERP system to MES or non-ERP system
• Experience collaborating across multiple business and IT teams to align priorities and influence delivery
• Strong team player, listens, collaborates, and actively incorporates input from various sources
• Strong analytical and strong problem-solving skills; effectively evaluates information/data to make decisions.
• High level of energy and enthusiasm with the ability to thrive in a rapidly changing environment.
• Has worked on a cross-functional team; is aware of business priorities and organizational dynamics.
• Communicates in a clear and succinct manner.
• Understanding of Supply Chain business processes
This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.
Additional Information
GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE 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.
GE 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).
Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes
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