Job Description Summary

This position is part of the GE Vernova Wind Controllership team reporting directly to the Wind Global Projects & Commercial Controller. This is responsible for the integrity, accuracy, and compliance of all financial reporting for the global Services organization within the Wind business. This role owns end-to-end controllership for service revenues, costs, assets, and liabilities, including long-term service agreements (LTSA), field services, warranties, and spare parts.
The position ensures compliance with applicable accounting standards (US GAAP), establishes robust internal controls, and drives consistent accounting policies and processes across regions.

Job Description

·       Own global accounting policies for Wind Services activities, including:

o   Revenue recognition under ASC 606 for service contracts and LTSAs

o   Accounting for contract assets, contract liabilities, and unbilled receivables

o   Warranty provisions, service guarantees, and loss contracts

·       Evaluate and document accounting positions for complex or non-standard service arrangements

·       Prepare and maintain technical accounting memos and position papers

·       Ensure accuracy and completeness of balance sheet accounts, including reserves and accruals

·       Own the Services controllership framework, including SOX compliance and internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR) including:

o   Account reconciliations, journal entries, and substantiation in accordance with SOX/internal control requirements

·       Serve as primary finance contact for internal and external audits related to Services

·       Proactively identify control gaps and lead remediation plans

·       Assist in complex and technical issues advise and resolution engaging and communicating with multiple stakeholders as applicable and identify risks during pacing reviews that might represent exposures for the quarter.

 

Process Standardization & Systems

·       Drive global standardization of accounting processes, policies, and documentation across regions

·       Lead improvements in financial systems, ERP, and consolidation tools supporting Services accounting

·       Enhance automation and controls around revenue, cost recognition, and balance sheet accounts

 

Qualifications

·       Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance from an accredited university or college

·       CPA certification strongly preferred

·       10+ years of progressive accounting and controllership experience in a global environment

·       Deep technical knowledge of US GAAP particularly ASC 606

·       Experience with service-based or long-term contract accounting

·       Strong understanding of SOX, internal controls, and audit processes

·       Experience with large ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle)

 

Key Competencies

·       Strong technical accounting judgment and documentation skills

·       Exceptional attention to detail and control mindset

·       Ability to interpret complex contracts and translate terms into accounting treatment

·       Effective communicator with auditors and senior finance leadership

·       Proven ability to lead global teams and enforce consistent standards

• Note:

  
  To comply with US immigration and other legal requirements, it is necessary to specify the minimum number of years' experience required for any role based within the USA. For roles outside of the USA, to ensure compliance with applicable legislation, the JDs should focus on the substantive level of experience required for the role and a minimum number of years should NOT be used.

Additional Information

GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova 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 characteristi