Lead Government Travel Business Controllership Analyst

GE Aerospace; Seattle (WA); Remote; USD 95,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company is seeking a Lead Government Business Controllership Travel Analyst to oversee travel expense management and compliance with government accounting standards. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and a strong background in finance, along with organizational and communication skills. This remote position offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Healthcare benefits

Retirement Savings Plan

Tuition assistance

Paid parental leave

Disability insurance

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in finance or leadership.
• Strong knowledge of government regulations related to travel expenses.
• Proven experience in developing SOPs and conducting training programs.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Conduct training sessions on government accounting standards.
• Audit travel expenses to ensure compliance.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Digital acumen

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

MS Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Lead Government Business Controllership Travel Analyst is responsible for developing and maintaining Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), conducting training sessions, and auditing travel expenses to ensure compliance with government accounting standards and regulations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in government accounting, excellent organizational skills and communication skills, and a commitment to maintaining the highest standards of accuracy and compliance.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities

The Lead Government Business Controllership Analyst will work seamlessly with a team of government accounting professionals to support business objectives and be accountable for the following:

SOP Development:

• Create, update, and maintain comprehensive Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) related to government accounting and travel expense management.
• Ensure SOPs align with applicable government regulations, policies, and industry best practices.

Training:

• Develop and deliver training programs to educate employees on government accounting standards, travel expense policies, and SOPs.
• Provide ongoing support and guidance to ensure understanding and compliance across the organization.

Auditing:

• Conduct regular audits of travel expenses to ensure compliance with government accounting standards and organizational policies.
• Identify discrepancies, investigate issues, and recommend corrective actions as needed.
• Prepare detailed audit reports and present findings to management.
• Build positive relationships with our customers, improve communications and ensure timely follow-up to government questions

Qualifications/Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in finance or leadership position
• Proficient with MS Excel and PowerPoint (i.e. Pivot Tables, Data Sorting, basic lookups) for data analysis
• Strong knowledge of government regulations and compliance requirements related to travel expenses. (FAR, FTR, CAS)
• Proven experience in developing SOPs and conducting training programs.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Desired Qualifications

• Digital Acumen
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
• Experience at leading initiatives/projects to closure - effective in root cause identification and resolution
• Proven analytical and organization ability

The base pay range for this position is $95,900.00 - 127,800.00 USD Annual. 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 on 10/29/25.

Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity 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.

General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., their successors, and in some cases their affiliates, each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., a “Sponsor”). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor’s welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

Additional Information

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

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).

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

#LI-Remote - This is a remote position

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.