Commercial Finance Analyst

Summary
GE Aerospaces Software as a Service business delivers subscription- and usage-based digital aviation solutions that support customers across flight operations, safety, and maintenance & reliability. The Commercial Finance Analyst will play a critical role across the contract lifecycle, ensuring disciplined execution from deal close through billing, revenue recognition, and ongoing financial pacing. The Commercial Finance Analyst will be responsible for financial management of commercial contracts, including billing, revenue recognition, and monthly pacing. This role partners with Sales, Legal, Operations, and FP&A to ensure accurate financial execution, compliant revenue recognition, and clear visibility into commercial performance.

Company Overview
Working at GE Aerospace means you are bringing your unique perspective, innovative spirit, drive, and curiosity to a collaborative and diverse team working to advance aerospace for future generations. If you have ideas, we will listen. Join us and see your ideas take flight!
Site Overview
Established in 2000, the John F. Welch Technology Center (JFWTC) in Bengaluru is GE Aerospaces multidisciplinary research and engineering center. Pushing the boundaries of innovation every day, engineers and scientists at JFWTC have contributed to hundreds of aviation patents, pioneering breakthroughs in engine technologies, advanced materials, and additive manufacturing.
Role Overview

• Manage financial execution of Software as a Service commercial contracts, including billing schedules, invoicing accuracy, and cash flow alignment.
• Support revenue recognition activities in accordance with applicable accounting standards (ASC 606 / IFRS 15), including contract review and monthly close support.
• Support monthly pacing and forecasting for commercial revenue, partnering with FP&A to align bookings, billings, revenue, and cash.
• Partner with Sales, Legal, and Deal teams to review contract terms (pricing, usage metrics, renewals, amendments) and assess financial impacts.
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  Prepare and maintain contract-level financial tracking, including deferred revenue, unbilled receivables, and backlog visibility.
• Support audits, controls, and internal reviews related to commercial finance and revenue processes.
• Drive standardization and process improvements across billing and revenue workflows to improve accuracy and cycle time.
• Collaborate with global stakeholders across time zones, delivering timely and actionable financial insights.
• Support monthly, quarterly, and year-end Finance close activities for revenue and orders, including reconciliations and variance analysis.
  

Required Qualifications

• Masters degree from an accredited college or university in Finance, Accounting, Commerce, or related discipline or Chartered Accountant (CA)
• Minimum 3.5 years of experience in commercial finance, revenue accounting, billing, or financial analysis roles.
• Strong understanding of revenue recognition principles and contract financial management.
• Advanced Excel skills and strong attention to detail; ability to manage multiple contracts and timelines.
• English language fluency.
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting Software as a Service or software commercial models, including subscriptions and/or usage-based pricing.
• Familiarity with ERP/Oracle, billing, CRM, or contract management systems; experience improving data quality and controls.
• Ability to communicate clearly with commercial and operational stakeholders on financial implications.
• Demonstrated ownership mindset, rigor, and continuous improvement orientation aligned with FLIGHT DECK.
  

Additional Information
Whether we are manufacturing components for our engines, driving innovation in fuel and noise reduction, or unlocking new opportunities to grow and deliver more productivity, our GE Aerospace teams are dedicated and making a global impact. Join us and help move the aerospace industry forward.
Additional Information
Relocation Assistance Provided: No