Controller
Eaton's Corporate Sector division is currently seeking a Controller. This position can sit in our Beahwood, OH, Moon Township PA, Raleigh NC , Waukesha WI , Woodridge IL or remote if not within a 50 mile raduis of one of the preferred locations.
The expected annual salary range for this role is $108749.97 - $159499.96 a year.
Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
What you'll do:
Job Summary
This position is a Controller role on the Regional Controllership team for the ARS & HQ Division. A Controller is a professional who plays a crucial role in a company's financial management and internal control processes.The primary responsibilities are to provide leadership of the accounting function, ensuring accurate financial reporting, ensuring accuracy of US GAAP and local GAAP numbers, and that all compliance requirements are met. This role will drive the standardization and optimization of financial processes within business, rolling out strategic initiatives by working closely with the Controllership, OPS Finance, and various other Centers of Excellence running different applications and ERP systems for financial accounting and reporting.
Job Responsibilities
• Own all aspects of accounting, controls, and required reporting for all plants within PDCA division, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and operational insight.
• Adherence to all US GAAP, SOX and local statutory/tax compliance requirements must be maintained
• Evaluate requirements and provide data for audits (both internal and external) and controls validations. Perform 2nd Level BSR as required annually.
• Partner closely with plant finance leaders to deeply understand business operations, products, and drivers, resolving inefficiencies in accounting processes and improving financial transparency.
• Collaborate with shared service centers and COEs to ensure high-quality service delivery, providing training and guidance to enhance their understanding of plant operations and accounting requirements.
• Analyze, map, and improve end-to-end accounting processes using Continuous Improvement methodologies to address business challenges and create efficiencies.
• Drive standardization and centralization of accounting activities across plants and regions to optimize processes and focus on value-added activities.
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• Strengthen the team's analytical thinking by applying accounting knowledge and operations expertise, helping them triangulate data, proactively identify issues, and solve complex problems.
• Learn to navigate multiple ERP systems (VISTA, MAPICS, Oracle, SAP) and to support the team, dig into details, and resolve system-related accounting challenges.
• Foster a collaborative, detail-oriented, and process-focused culture within the team, encouraging continuous learning and improvement.
• Responsible for Balance Sheet integrity. Ensure Balance Sheet reconciliations are prepared timely and proper reviews take place. Variances are addressed and resolved timely.
• Own Controllership Score Card and strive to improve metrics.
• Supervise, coach and develop direct report(s). Fosters an environment that promotes Eaton's goals, philosophies, and encourages continuous improvement.
• Support all strategic projects within the sites and division such as tax, system implementations and other ad-hoc projects
• Ethical standards must be always maintained
Qualifications:
Required (Basic) Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field
• Minimum five (5) years varied accounting/finance experience
• Legally authorized to work in the U.S. without company sponsorship now or in the future.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Strong analytical skills and knowledge of accounting principles and regulations
- Well-versed in business ethics and internal control best practices
- Ability to communicate complex financial concepts in a clear and concise manner
- Detail-oriented with effective organization and time management skills
- Highly motivated, highly analytical and self-starter
- Collaborative and relationship builder; Conmfortable with continous change
The application window for this position is anticipated to close on 19-SEP-25
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We know that good benefit programs are important to employees and their families. Eaton provides various Health and Welfare benefits as well as Retirement benefits, and several programs that provide for paid and unpaid time away from work. Click here for more detail: Eaton Benefits Overview. Please note that specific programs and options available to an employee may depend on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- Health Insurance
- Health Reimbursement Account
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- FSA
- HSA With Employer Contribution
- Fitness Subsidies
- On-Site Gym
- Pet Insurance
- Mental Health Benefits
- Virtual Fitness Classes
Parental Benefits
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Adoption Assistance Program
Work Flexibility
- Flexible Work Hours
- Remote Work Opportunities
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
Office Life and Perks
- Casual Dress
- On-Site Cafeteria
Vacation and Time Off
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Personal/Sick Days
- Leave of Absence
- Summer Fridays
Financial and Retirement
- 401(K) With Company Matching
- Performance Bonus
- Relocation Assistance
- Financial Counseling
Professional Development
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Promote From Within
- Mentor Program
- Shadowing Opportunities
- Access to Online Courses
- Internship Program
- Work Visa Sponsorship
- Leadership Training Program
- Associate or Rotational Training Program
Diversity and Inclusion
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
- Employee Resource Groups (ERG)