General Electric (GE)Manager of external reporting
Dec. 2009 - Oct. 2011Statutory Audit Support
Plan, coordinate and manage the statutory accounts preparation process to ensure audit work is completed efficiently and on time; Coordinate and agree audit scheduling with external auditors and internal stakeholders and ensure targets and timetables are met
Drive standardization of GE ESE’s audit process in collaboration with external auditors and internal process owners to achieve sustainable reductions in audit cycle time and costs
Ensure audit queries are dealt with and resolved quickly and efficiently, assist in resolving issues when necessary
Assist in audit budget setting and monitor performance to ensure budgets are met
Explain audit progress to wider Controllership team and ESE European Controller, ensure audits are completed on plan
Own the STAT-to-GAAP reconciliation process, ensure all GAAP differences are identified and supported Compliance
Document Financial Reporting cycles and related controls
Ensure controls operate as required to ensure financial reporting integrity
Ensure Sarbanes Oxley testing is completed as required, ensure any deficiencies are mitigated
Support account reconciliations preparation and related reviews and progress-tracking Monthly Closing & Reporting and Controllership Metrics
Assist European Consolidation & Reporting Leader in month-end close with journal review and posting, and support for automated Tax and Consolidation accounting entries
Ensure Controllership dashboards (e-compliance, account reconciliation trackers, and others) are kept up to date and accurate at all times
Plan and track progress of all recurring GE Corporate reporting requirements, ensure all deliverables are met
Drive LEAN simplification projects to deliver sustainable cycle time reductions and productivity