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Senior Accounting Analyst

AT Eaton
Eaton

Senior Accounting Analyst

Santa Ana, CA

Eaton's Electrical division is currently seeking a Senior Accounting Analyst. The purpose of this role will be to drive SAP Implementations and supporting projects at the CPS division and plants. A key area of focus will be integrating all the CPS plants into standard financial systems and processes. This role can be located in either of the following locations: Raleigh, NC / Santa Ana, CA / Richmond, VA. Relocation benefits will be offered to Raleigh, NC or Richmond, VA.

The expected annual salary range for this role is $91,500 - $134,200 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.

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What you'll do:

  • Be the finance lead for the SAP S3/ECC implementation project, converting Eaton's Data Center Power Distribution business from their current ERP, Made2Manage.
  • Optimize SAP configuration and work practices such that system usage and automation is maximized mitigating non-valued added transactions / activities.
  • Use of Eaton Shared Service Centers (SSC) - responsible for the identification of tasks and activities that can be completed by SSC and the successful transfer of task and activities.
  • Drive optimization of finance standard work and practices. Implement metrics to determine effectiveness and implement corrective actions as required in the areas of processes and training
  • Active participant in the identification of finance best practices and opportunities within Eaton SAP environments. Work with manufacturing sites to deploy best practices and standard work as it relates to AP, AR, and monthly reporting requirements.
  • Drive other Finance IT projects as needed and develop work instructions and best practices for the Critical Power Solutions division.
  • Actively participate with the plant finance managers in the development and implementation of finance strategy.

Basic (Required) Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree from an accredited educational institution
  • Five (5) years of experience within Finance function in a manufacturing environment.
  • Three (3) years of SAP experience in the areas of Finance.
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Finance or Accounting
  • Prior experience in project or program management

Position Criteria:

  • Able to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization
  • Ability to build partnerships and work collaboratively with a demonstrated ability to drive results in partnership with other team
  • Ability to challenge the status quo, demonstrate courage and the ability to push for ideas to do things better and faster
  • Ability to work in a matrix organization, in virtual teams (across different locations), and cross-cultural environments
  • Ability to identify problems, passion for identifying root causes and developing scalable solutions
  • Ability to demonstrate continuous improvement mindset
  • Ability to multitask, complete projects with tight deadlines

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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.

Client-provided location(s): Santa Ana, CA, USA
Job ID: Eaton-30224SantaAna
Employment Type: Other

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)