Financial Compliance Specialist; H​/F - SAFRAN TEST CELLS, INC.

Safran est un groupe international de haute technologie opérant dans les domaines de l'aéronautique (propulsion, équipements et intérieurs), de l'espace et de la défense. Sa mission : contribuer durablement à un monde plus sûr, où le transport aérien devient toujours plus respectueux de l'environnement, plus confortable et plus accessible. Implanté sur tous les continents, le Groupe emploie 100 000 collaborateurs pour un chiffre d'affaires de 27,3 milliards d'euros en 2024, et occupe, seul ou en partenariat, des positions de premier plan mondial ou européen sur ses marchés.

Safran est la 2ème entreprise du secteur aéronautique et défense du classement « World's Best Companies 2024 » du magazine TIME. Occupant des positions de leadership mondial, Safran Aero Boosters conçoit, développe et produit des sous‑ensembles, des équipements et des bancs d’essais pour les moteurs aéronautiques et spatiaux. Implantée en Belgique, Safran Aero Boosters dispose de deux filiales aux Etats‑Unis et combine le savoir‑faire de 1 700 talents.

Summary:

Working under the direction of the Director of Finance, the Financial & Compliance Specialist is the key partner to our worldwide financial consultants in order to allow them, firstly, to audit projects financial statements and, secondly, file taxes in the US and foreign countries. This implies data gathering, financial statements preparation, external & internal audit and internal control coordination (providing information, answering questions, etc.).

The Financial & Compliance Specialist gives a lot of importance to the respect of processes and procedures, and is continuously looking for improving the way the company is functioning in order to make it more efficient, while also actively participating in monthly financial close.

• Prepare specific financial statements to allow our consultants to audit them and file taxes on behalf of Safran Test Cells both in the US and internationally.
• Coordinate and share data with external and internal partners (accountants, consultants, auditors, project managers) both in the US and internationally, managing audit requests and questions from international partners and the US.
• Coordinate yearly Internal Control campaign (testing, action plans, follow up).
• Responsible for managing and maintaining insurance requirements for projects and all bank guarantees.
• Analyze warranty provision monthly and track actual warranty costs for trend analysis.
• Balance, maintain and prepare general ledger accounts and journal entries.
• Provide backup for Financial Analyst performing duties to include processing.
• Provide financial support to project management to assist with the forecasting of projects.
• Assist with the preparation for external audits.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field required.
• 5+ Years experience required.
• Experience in a tax‑oriented job is an advantage.

• Proficiency in MS Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Basic knowledge of accounting and financial principles.
• Must be capable of establishing Financial Statements (Balance Sheet, P&L and Cash Flow statements).
• Strong communication skills both verbal and written with a proven ability to be approachable delivering a positive customer service experience.
• Self‑motivated, organized, detail oriented, able to multi‑task, prioritize and excel in a fast‑paced environment.
• Demonstrate team behavior and willing to promote a positive team‑oriented environment.
• Ability to work independently and follow through on tasks with minimal direction.
• Respect processes and procedures while looking for improvements.