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Fantastic challenges. Amazing opportunities.

GKN Aerospace is reimagining air travel: going further, faster and greener! Fuelled by great people whose expertise and creativity sets the standards in our industry, we’re inspired by the opportunities to innovate and break boundaries. We’re proud to play a part in protecting the world’s democracies. And we’re committed to putting sustainability at the centre of everything we do, opening up and protecting our planet. With over 16,000 employees across 32 manufacturing sites in 12 countries we serve over 90% of the world’s aircraft and engine manufacturers and achieved sales of £3.6bn in 2025. There are no limits to where you can take your career.

Job Summary
We are seeking a detail-oriented General Accountant with a strong foundation in financial reporting and a solid understanding of end-to-end finance processes. The idóneo candidate will have hands-on accounting experience along with exposure to or participation in ERP system implementations, upgrades, or process improvements.

This role will support core accounting functions while also contributing to process optimization, system enhancements, and cross-functional finance initiatives.

Job Responsibilities
Core Accounting Duties

Prepare and post journal entries, ensuring accuracy and completeness

Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities

Reconcile balance sheet accounts and investigate variances

Support preparation of financial statements in compliance with GAAP/IFRS

Maintain and improve accounting documentation and schedules

Assist with external and internal audits

ERP & Process Improvement

Participate in ERP implementation projects (LN)

Translate accounting requirements into system configurations and workflows

Support data migration, validation, and system testing (UAT)





Identify and recommend process improvements and automation opportunities

Work with IT and cross-functional teams to enhance financial system efficiency

Process Flow & Controls

Demonstrate strong understanding of end-to-end finance manufacturing finance processes, including:

Procure-to-Pay (P2P) – raw material purchasing and supplier management

Order-to-Cash (O2C) – production, shipment, and customer billing

Record-to-Report (R2R) – financial close, inventory reconciliation, and reporting

Apply knowledge of cost accounting principles, including :

Standard costing methodologies

Cost allocations and product costinguclear

Inventory valuation and variance analysis (material, labor, overhead)

Understanding of how cost data flows through ERP systems and impacts financial reporting

Support the design and maintenance of standard costing systems within ERP environments, ensuring accurate cost setup, updates, and reporting

Ensure adherence to internal controls and compliance requirements (SOX, if applicable)

Analyze workflows and cost structures to improve accuracy, transparency, and operational efficiency

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Partner with departments such as AP, AR, FP&A;, IT, and Operations

Provide financial insights to support business decisions

Act as a bridge between finance and system/IT teams during projects

Job Qualifications
Required Qualifications :

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance,



or equivalent relevant experience

3–6+ years of general accounting experience

Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting

Solid understanding of financial process flows (P2P, O2C, R2R)

Advanced Excel skills

Preferred Qualifications :

Experience with at least one ERP system (implementation, upgrade, or heavy use)

Exposure to automation tools, reporting tools, or data analytics

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Ability to connect accounting processes with systems and data flow

Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills

Effective communication skills, especially translating finance needs to technical teams

Why This Role Matters :

This position goes beyond traditional accounting. It plays a critical role in ensuring that financial data flows accurately through systems, supporting both financial integrity and operational efficiency.

We’ll offer you fantastic challenges and amazing opportunities. This is your chance to be part of an organisation that has proven itself to be at the cutting edge of our industry; and is committed to pushing the boundaries even further. And with some of the best training on offer in the industry, who knows how far you can go?

A Great Place to work needs a Great Way of Working

Everyone is welcome to apply to GKN. We believe that we can only achieve our ambitions through a coming together of diverse minds who enjoy collaborating in an inspirational environment. Through our commitment to diversity, inclusion and belonging and by living our five powerful principles we’ve created a culture where everyone feels welcome to contribute. It’s a culture that won we’re the place where human dreams, plus humanendeavour, shape the future of aerospace innovation and technology.

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