Sr Finance Manager 1 - FP&A Management
GE Vernova • Full Time
Posted on Tue, Apr 28, 2026
Job Description Summary
We are seeking a Senior Finance Manager to serve as a strategic finance partner to the GE Vernova Advanced Research Center. This role will be instrumental in driving financial planning, performance management, and decision support for one of the company's most critical innovation engines. The ideal candidate is a forward-thinking finance leader who thrives in a dynamic, R&D-intensive environment, combining strong analytical rigor with the ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders and senior leadership.Job Description
Key Responsibilities
Financial Planning & Analysis
- Lead the annual operating plan (AOP), long-range planning (LRP), and quarterly forecasting processes for the Advanced Research Center
- Develop and maintain robust financial models to evaluate R&D project investments, resource allocation, and portfolio prioritization
- Prepare monthly and quarterly financial reviews, variance analyses, and executive-level reporting packages
Strategic Business Partnership
- Serve as the primary finance business partner to Advanced Research Center leadership, including the VP/Head of Research and functional leaders
- Provide financial insights and recommendations to support strategic decision-making around technology investment priorities, partnerships, and organizational planning
- Partner with program managers and principal investigators to establish project budgets, track spend, and assess ROI on research initiatives
Financial Controls & Operations
- Ensure adherence to GE Vernova financial policies, internal controls, and compliance standards
- Oversee project accounting for government-funded and externally-sponsored research programs, ensuring compliance with FAR/CAS regulations and contract requirements
- Drive operational rigor in cost management, headcount planning, and capital expenditures
Performance Management & Continuous Improvement
- Establish and monitor KPIs and financial metrics to assess the health and productivity of the research portfolio
- Identify opportunities for cost optimization and operational efficiency without compromising innovation output
- Champion a culture of financial discipline, transparency, and continuous improvement across the organization
Leadership & Team Development
- Lead, mentor, and develop a team of finance professionals supporting the Advanced Research Center
- Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performance team culture
- Build strong cross-functional relationships with Corporate FP&A, Controllership, Tax, Treasury, and business segment finance teams
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field
- 8+ years of progressive finance experience, including FP&A, business partnering, or controllership roles
- 3+ years of people management experience leading finance teams
- Strong proficiency in financial modeling, forecasting, and data analysis
- Experience with ERP systems (Oracle, SAP, or equivalent) and advanced Excel skills
- Demonstrated ability to communicate complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders
Preferred Qualifications
- MBA, CPA, CMA, or CFA designation
- Experience in an R&D, technology, or engineering-intensive business environment
- Familiarity with government contract accounting (FAR/CAS/DFARS) and externally funded research programs
- Prior experience within GE, GE Vernova, or a large industrial/energy organization
- Experience with business intelligence and visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI, Hyperion)
- Six Sigma/Lean certification or equivalent process improvement experience
- Track record of driving transformation and implementing scalable finance processes
Desired Characteristics
- Strategic thinker with the ability to balance big-picture vision with operational detail
- Intellectually curious — comfortable engaging with complex technology concepts and translating them into business/financial frameworks
- Executive presence with the confidence to challenge, influence, and advise senior leaders
- High energy, self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, matrixed environment
- Strong sense of integrity, accountability, and commitment to GE Vernova's mission
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 characteristics protected by law.
GE Vernova 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: Yes
For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $147,400.00 and $245,600.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set.Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on April 27, 2026.Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, 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 Vernova 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 financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, “GE Vernova”) sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova 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 GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.