Lead Financial Analyst at Sumter

Job Description

Eaton Corporations Commercial Distribution Products and Assemblies Division (CDPA) has an opening for a Lead Financial Analyst Business Process Owner (BPO) for an upcoming SAP/ERP project implementation. The position will be physically located in the Sumter, SC Panelboards and Switchboards Headquarters, and will support multiple locations throughout CDPA.

The Lead Financial Analyst BPO for the ERP project is responsible for coordination and oversight of financial reporting systems improvements for CDPA. The incumbent will lead collaboration efforts between stakeholders in the Divisions finance teams to ensure process accuracy and responsiveness in Financial Reporting, Controlling,Fixed Assets,Treasury,Shared Services,Audit,Credit and Dispute, as well as Accounts Receiving. The ultimate goal of the business process owner for finance is to drive functional excellence by developing and improving financial reporting mechanisms.

Essential functions include but are not limited to:
Coordinate and support the monthly closing and rolling forecast processes.
Assist in development of annual profit plan. Coordinate requirements with key players.
Analyze operational and financial data, investigate variances, identify business drivers, and evaluate their impact on planned objectives.
Prepare and communicate insightful analysis for monthly reviews. Organize and deliver appropriate management reports for senior leadership
Perform journal entries and account reconciliations
Work in a team environment to drive improvement in financial processes through tools/systems, automation and standardization.

Eaton Corporation is a diversified power management company providing energy-efficient solutions that help our customers effectively manage electrical, hydraulic and mechanical power. The company is a global technology leader in electrical products, systems and services for power quality, distribution and control, power transmission, lighting and wiring products; hydraulics components, systems and services for industrial and mobile equipment; aerospace fuel, hydraulics and pneumatic systems for commercial and military use; and truck and automotive drivetrain and powertrain systems for performance, fuel economy and safety. Eaton acquired Cooper Industries plc in 2012. The new company, Eaton Corporation, has approximately 100,000 employees and sells products to customers in more than 150 countries. For more information, visit www.eaton.com.

Job Requirements

Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor Degree in Accounting, Finance or Business from an accredited institution
Minimum of 3 years accounting/financial analysis experience
Legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship

Preferred Qualifications:
Master Degree in Business Administration from an accredited institution
Knowledge of the Khalix software and programming language as well as the custom applications that have been designed specifically for Eatons Electrical Sector.
Knowledge of Eaton analytical reporting and analysis.
Knowledge of Eatons other financial systems, such as SAP, Oracle GL, EDW, Hyperion.
Previous manufacturing accounting/finance experience
Previous acquisition experience
Previous experience working with cross functional teams
Previous experience leading an SAP implementation
Position Criteria:
Solid knowledge of accounting and finance principles and be able to consistently apply that knowledge.
System oriented person with an ability to quickly learn procedures and working instructions.
Self starter with initiative and creativity to solve problems and deal with users across all regions.
Process-oriented mindset with above average analytical and organizational skills.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Intermediate to expert level of proficiency in Mircrosoft Excel
High Ethical Standards operates with high regard to integrity and trust
Customer focus (internal and external customers)
Ability to work in a fast paced, continuously changing environment
Results-oriented, dependable and personally accountable for work quality and timeliness
Ability to handle sensitive, confidential information
Country: USA, State: South Carolina, City: Sumter, Company: Eaton.