EMEA Statutory Lead Accountant

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Our EMEA Business Service Center (BSC) in Budapest is Eaton's largest office in the region. With a diverse team of over 700 people, representing 40+ nationalities and speaking 20+ languages, the BSC is the central hub for business services. It empowers seamless operations and drives exceptional results across our electrical, industrial, and corporate teams. We are proud to be a Disability Friendly Workplace, ensuring an inclusive environment for all our employees.

The EMEA Statutory COE (centre of expertise) covers all statutory and audit activities, tax relating to statutory activities, technical accounting and governmental and other reporting. The COE is part of the overall EMEA finance transformation project and is a key enabler for delivering statutory and audit activity across the region. The COE covers all Eaton businesses (currently 5 zones, 50 countries) and divisions.

What you'll do:

The EMEA Statutory and Tax Centre of Expertise (COE) covers all statutory and audit activities, tax relating to statutory activities, technical accounting and other statutory reporting. It was set up in June 2023. The COE covers all EMEA businesses (currently 5 zones, 50 countries). The role of the EMEA Statutory Lead Accountant is to take a lead role in supporting the EMEA Statutory Portfolio Manager on their portfolio of entities to deliver statutory and audit. This role will take primary responsibility and ownership of a number of entities.

• Prepare workbooks & GAAP to Stat for review with Statutory Portfolio Manager.
• Use Thomson Reuters (TR) for annual creation of financial statements.
• Coordinate and manage data gathering for US and Statutory audit of a portfolio of entities.
• Create standardized tax packs and provide support and response to tax queries.
• Support process improvement & other projects as requested.
• Support audit centralization initiatives & rationalization projects.
• Preparation of SOP & process documentation and ensuring it remains updated.
• Maintain strong relationship with EY and other third party auditors.

• University degree in Finance & Accounting.
• Extensive working experience in Statutory and Audit area.
• Excellent English language skill (other European languages are helpful) with strong communication skills (written and verbal).
• Strong system knowledge (Oracle/SAP).
• Professional (or being part qualified) accounting qualification (ACCA, CPA, etc.) is advantage.
• Knowledgeable managing a portfolio of legal entities in multinational company is preferred.
• Experience working with 3rd party auditors across regions and countries is preferred.
• Change management and process improvement mindset.
• Proactive and enthusiastic personality with strong influencing skill

• Wide range of Employee Benefits: Hybrid work model, Annual bonus, Cafeteria, Private Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Eye-glass refund, AYCM partnership, Internal reward system (E-Stars).
• Employee Wellbeing Support: Access comprehensive support programs designed to enhance your overall wellbeing.
• Family Friendly: Enjoy a family-friendly environment with policies that support work-life balance.
• Talent Management and Career Development: We are dedicated to your professional growth, with a strong focus on internal mobility, continuous learning, and peer coaching.
• Dog-Friendly: Bring your furry friend to work in our dog-friendly office.
• Dedicated Spaces: Utilize our family room, multi-prayer room, stretching room, and chill room for your comfort and convenience.
• Company Yoga Sessions: Participate in regular yoga sessions to stay fit and relaxed.
• Social Responsibility: Join a socially responsible organization committed to making a positive impact.
• Employee Appreciation Day: Celebrate with us on Employee Appreciation Day, recognizing your hard work and contributions.