Job Description

Eaton’s Electrical Division is currently seeking a Financial Analyst to join our team. This position is based in El Paso, TX. 

Position Overview:

The Senior Financial Analyst will report directly to the Plant Controller and will support the El Paso facility in the maintenance of the accounting system that ensures financial records are complete, accurate, and in compliance with company policy. This position will become a business partner to the plant controller and the operations by providing financial information on both Income Statements and Balance sheet accounts, analysis of sales, profitability, capital spending, Headcount and other required specific analysis on request.  This person will also be a key SOX compliance effort, the annual physical inventory process, and meeting all Financial Reporting requirements. The Senior Financial Analyst will report directly to the Plant Controller.

Making what matters work at Eaton takes the passion of every employee around the world. We create an environment where creativity, invention and discovery become reality, each and every day. It’s where bold, bright professionals like you can reach your full potential—and where you can help us reach ours.

In this function you will:

• Perform month end closing process by preparing accurate and timely journal entries along with financial analysis of results
• Complete monthly account reconciliations for balance sheet accounts. Ensure reconciliation between key financial systems and interfaces to maintain data integrity and accurate reporting.
• Support monthly the plant controller in monthly forecasting and annual profit plan processes.
• Own the cost out process including project tracking, financial reporting, and verification of P&L impacts
• Own capital spend process for the plant including forecasting as well as reconciliation of CIP on the general ledger.  You will also work closely with project owners to justify investment through accurate and complete capital spend requests.  As well as maintaining an accurate fixed assets register including FA audits as necessary.
• You will analyze financial & operational data to create financial models/reports to help drive business improvements.
• You will ensure continued plant compliance with SOX requirements & all Eaton internal controls policies.
• Maintain an accurate standard and current cost system. This includes working with Engineering & supply chain to ensure bill of materials and routers are accurately set up and maintained.  Own annual standard cost roll process as well as own the material price variance analysis process.
• Provide financial direction to non-financial team members on joint endeavors such as budgeting, cost studies, inventory, etc.
• Participate in cross-functional projects
• Perform other duties as assigned and required

When we embrace the different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds that make each of us unique, we — as individuals and as a company — are stronger.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution
• Minimum three years of accounting and/or Finance experience
• Must be able to work in the United States without corporate sponsorship now and within the future

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business and/or Economics from an accredited institution
• Manufacturing experience
• CMA/CPA Certification
• Experience with ERP systems
• Experience in Oracle, Microsoft Office products, various query applications
• Proficiency in GAAP and SOX financial policies
• Oracle, MAPICS, and Vista experience

Position Criteria:

• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel
• Ability to interpret accounting theories and apply practical judgment
• Demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Detail oriented
• Perform analysis of existing department procedures and systems and the investigation of possible improvements, while adhering to generally accepted accounting principles

We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. 

As a contractor with the Federal government, Eaton is subject to the Executive Order mandating COVID-19 vaccination.  As permitted by applicable law, the candidate(s) hired under this posting must provide evidence of full vaccination as defined by CDC guidelines, or request a medical, pregnancy or religious accommodation exempting them from the requirement.  Vaccination status will not be verified until after an offer of employment is provided, and candidates may also request a medical, pregnancy or religious accommodation at that time.

Eaton also considers qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with local laws. To request a disability-related reasonable accommodation to assist you in your job search, application or interview process, please call 412-893-3600 or send an email to:  

We provide benefits that are industry competitive and focused on employee well-being. Listed below are programs that are offered globally, but program availabilities may vary by site.

• Flexible work options to help balance work/life demands (at participating Eaton sites)
• Healthcare/retirement savings programs
• Competitive compensation packages to reward skills and performance
• Tuition assistance or financial help for ongoing learning and development
• Health, Dental, Vision & Wellness programs

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What you will get from us

Eaton’s mission is to improve the quality of life and the environment through the use of power management technologies and services. We provide sustainable solutions that help our customers effectively manage electrical, hydraulic and mechanical power – more safely, more efficiently and more reliably. Making what matters work at Eaton takes the passion of every employee around the world. We create an environment where creativity, invention and discovery become reality, each day. It’s where bold, bright professionals like you can reach your full potential—and where you can help us reach ours. Eaton’s 2020 revenues were $17.9 billion, and we sell products to customers in more than 175 countries. We have approximately 85,000 employees.

We make work exciting, engaging and meaningful for our employees through our dedication to tackling some of the toughest power management challenges on the planet and by never losing sight of what matters. Our culture is built on a strong commitment to practicing our core values and supporting our employees with the tools they need to succeed. We pledge to always foster a diverse and inclusive environment, including inclusion resource groups that bring together employees who share a common purpose, interest or background. In the past year, our company has received top employment recognition by the Human Rights Campaign and almost fifty percent of our Board of Directors represented diverse groups. When we embrace the different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds that make each of us unique, we — as individuals and as a company — are stronger.

We have demonstrated our passion for sustainability with the recent announcement of cutting carbon emissions from the company’s operations by at least 50 percent by 2030. We are ethical, passionate, accountable, efficient, transparent and committed to learning. We are confident we can deliver on our promise to improve the quality of life and the environment because of the attributes that our employees embody.

We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

Job: Finance/Accounting

Region: North America – US/Puerto Rico
Organization: ES CRDS COMM Commercial

Job Level: Individual Contributor
Schedule: Full-time
Is remote work (i.e. working from home or another Eaton facility) allowed for this position?: No
Does this position offer relocation?: Relocation from within hiring country only
Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time