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Eaton

Senior Cost Accountant

San Luis Potosi, MexicoPosted 10 days ago

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Eaton's IS VEH VGNA division is currently seeking a Senior Cost Accountant.

Eaton announced, on June 11, 2026, the intent to combine its Mobility Group (including both the Vehicle and eMobility segments) with a new company. We expect to complete this process by the end of the first half of 2027. The compensation and benefits that will initially be offered for this position are based on Eaton's plans, programs and practices. If you are offered and accept this position and are actively employed by the Mobility Group when the transaction closes, the new company will provide further details to employees concerning compensation and benefits at that time.

What you'll do:

PRIMARY FUNCTION:
As part of the finance/accounting group, this position is responsible for generating Standard costs, reporting & analyzing costs results. This person is expected to closely support of the operations and other functions (PLM's, staff. supervisors, etc.), through timely and accurate achieving and/or exceeding financial goals. Ensure the accuracy of standard costs, inventory valuation, manufacturing variances, and financial reporting while providing analytical support to operations and management. This position supports Finance Manager for ensuring financial accounting activities at the location in compliance with generally accepted accounting principles, local statutory requirements and Eaton Corporate policies and practice. as well as the analysis and reconciliation of balance sheet accounts focused on cycle counts, spare parts and PSMI tools.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
A. Supports in preparation of the profit plan, rolling forecast and weekly performance reporting. Drives business to meet or exceed short term & long-term goals, initiatives and expectations.
B. Review, analyze, and evaluate department budget system. Develop and implement reports for management use in evaluating results against performance targets.
C. Provide business partnership to all areas of plant regarding functional expertise and cross-functional support, providing guidance and education as needed to plant personnel to achieve financial objectives.
D. Act as advisor and provide counsel to plant staff and personnel regarding financial operations and interpretation of financial information.
E. Conducts annual physical inventory activities ensuring compliance with corporate procedures and accuracy of physical count.
F. Manufacturing Variance Review and explanation
G. Inventory Monitoring, reconciliation and required transaction as Inventory adjustments, Scrap transactions, Material write-offs, Inventory transfers, Negative inventory balances, etc.
H. KPI Dashboard Update
I. Establish and monitor compliance with internal accounting controls deemed necessary to ensure integrity of financial transactions, reporting and activities; and safeguarding of plant assets in adherence with corporate policies and procedures.
J. Ensure compliance of statutory requirements as applicable to the plant.
K. Maintain an atmosphere of teamwork and continuous improvement in order to achieve departmental and plant goals. Support plant, functional or corporate initiatives.
L. Support and/or lead department activities related to process improvements and standard work. Assists in maintaining an atmosphere of continuous improvement and team efforts for accomplishing department and plant goals. Deploy & sustain lean tools and initiatives to reduce waste and improve efficiency of the finance function.

Qualifications:

Education:
A. Accounting, Finance or Business Administration degree

Experience:
A. Bilingual: Spanish and English (effective written and verbal communication skills to participate in meetings and follow up on emails and business communications).
B. 3 or more years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
C. Technical capability to prepare, analyze and interpret financial and operational data/reports.
D. Advanced Excel proficiency, including macros and data analysis tools to organize, transform, and present financial information effectively.

E. Oracle experience is required, particularly for cost management and cost data entry.
F. Knowledge of Microsoft Office, specially spreadsheet software packages Excel
G. Sound working knowledge of US GAAP, Sarbanes Oxley and local statutory requirements (MX GAAP).
H. Understanding of global business issues, including foreign currency impacts, effective hedging protocols and local customs and duty requirements.
I. Oracle/ similar ERPs

Skills:

FINANCE FUCTIONAL COMPETENCIES.
A. Cost Accounting

B. Business development

C. Cycle control of fixed assets, Spare Parts and Tooling

D. Finance and Accounting knowledge

E. Financial Analysis

F. Financial Integrity and Control

G. Financial Processes

H. Balance Sheet accounts

Additional Information:

• Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities often with demanding time constraints.
• Strong interpersonal skills necessary to motivate and help direct the organization; exhibits managerial courage in defending a position and handling conflict.
• Strong verbal and written communication abilities to achieve clear alignment between plant and region/division.
• Focus on continuous improvement and best practice sharing within and across organization.
• Ideal entry level position for individual contributor who wants to grow into future supervisory and/or manager role within the local organization and/or Eaton Corporation across Mexico. Ideal for any motivated employee with drive for results, teamwork, and leadership qualities.

The above statement reflects the general details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job identified and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent to the job.

A. Comply with the confidentiality agreements that are applicable and accept the data privacy policy accordingly.

DIMENSIONS.
A. Flex Productivity
B. Talent Hub
C. Budget Control
D. Balance Sheet Account Reconciliation
E. Annual Profits
F. Cost Outs
G. Safety TRCR y JSA
H. Employee Survey

All positions may require participation in video and in-person interviews as part of the hiring process. All candidates will be evaluated based on job-related competencies, and all candidates' privacy rights and data security will be protected in accordance with applicable laws.

We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for job applicants and employees. Our recruitment processes use balanced selection criteria and avoid unlawful discrimination against applicants on the basis of their age, colour, disability, marital status, national origin, gender, gender identity, genetic information, race or racial origin, religion, sexual orientation or any other status protected or required by law.

About Eaton

Eaton is an intelligent power management company dedicated to improving the quality of life and protecting the environment for people everywhere.

Size: 10,000+ employees
Industry: Engineering

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