Financial Analyst

Eaton's Electrical Division is currently seeking an Financial Analyst to join our Finance Team. This position is based at our Long Branch, NJ facility.

Making what matters work at Eaton takes the passion of every employee around the world. We create an environment where creativity, invention and discovery become reality, each and every day. It's where bold, bright professionals like you can reach your full potential-and where you can help us reach ours.

Primary Function Overview:

Reporting directly to the Long Branch Business Controller, the Accountant performs professional accounting work for the Finance team in Long Branch, NJ. In this role they will work closely with the finance team to complete daily and monthly tasks as well as ad-hoc analysis, as well as with the Sales team on reporting Sales & Intake. Applies accounting techniques and standard practices to the classification and recording of financial transactions. Specifics of job content will vary from preparing journal entries, checking supporting entries, carrying out well-defined steps in cost accounting analysis, monthly closing activities, balance sheet reconciliations, and other general accounting activities.

In this function you will:

• Assist in month end closings; prepare journal entries, variance analysis, and various financial reports
• Timely and accurate preparation of balance sheet reconciliations with supporting schedules for balances. Includes completing research on monthly transactions and changes within accounts while ensuring all US GAAP and SOX compliance requirements are met
• Provide the sales team with Intake and Sales reports
• Maintain the Pricing levels and tracks Sales Incentive payments
• Accounts Receivable - Assist shared service team in obtaining payment information for overdue accounts and monitor DSO
• Accounts Payable - Process non-po invoices for approval and payment
• Prepare monthly freight expense analysis
• Prepare a variety of reasonably standard, periodic or end reports, such as cost reports, profit-and-loss statements
• Assist in maintaining an atmosphere of continuous improvement and actively contribute to the team effort for accomplishing department goals

When we embrace the different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds that make each of us unique, we - as individuals and as a company - are stronger.

We make what matters work. Everywhere you look-from the technology and machinery that surrounds us, to the critical services and infrastructure that we depend on every day-you'll find one thing in common. It all relies on power. That's why Eaton is dedicated to improving people's lives and the environment with power management technologies that are more reliable, efficient, safe and sustainable. Because this is what matters.

We are confident we can deliver on this promise because of the attributes that our employees embody. We're ethical, passionate, accountable, efficient, transparent and we're committed to learning. These values enable us to tackle some of the toughest challenges on the planet, never losing sight of what matters.

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Qualifications

Required (Basic) Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree Finance, Accounting, Business or Economics from an accredited institution
• Minimum 2 years of financial experience
• Must be authorized to work in the US without corporate sponsorship now or in the future
• No relocation offered. Only candidates residing within a 50-mile radius of Long Branch, NJ will be considered for this position. Active Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographical area limitation.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience with SAP
• Experience of best practice implementation/end to end process improvement in accounting & reporting
• Previous accounting/finance internship or work experience a plus
• Knowledge of US GAAP; exposure to Sarbanes Oxley

Position Criteria:

• Intermediate-to-advanced skills in various analysis tools, such as MS Excel
• Must be comfortable working in a fast paced, changing environment

Why work at Eaton? Below are a few of the Outstanding benefits we offer:Competitive Pay, Benefits start on day one, Vacation time, Employee Discounts, Retirement benefits, Paid Parental Leave, Educational Assistance Program and many more!

We provide benefits that are industry competitive and focused on employee well-being. Listed below are programs that are offered globally, but program availabilities may vary by site.

• Flexible work options to help balance work/life demands (at participating Eaton sites)
• Healthcare/retirement savings programs
• Competitive compensation packages to reward skills and performance
• Tuition assistance or financial help for ongoing learning and development
• Health, Dental, Vision & Wellness programs
• Donation matching (U.S., Canada, Puerto Rico)

Eaton considers qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with local laws. To request a disability-related reasonable accommodation to assist you in your job search, application or interview process, please call 412-893-3600 or send an email to: [email protected]

What you will get from us

Eaton's mission is to improve the quality of life and the environment through the use of power management technologies and services. We provide sustainable solutions that help our customers effectively manage electrical, hydraulic and mechanical power - more safely, more efficiently and more reliably. Making what matters work at Eaton takes the passion of every employee around the world. We create an environment where creativity, invention and discovery become reality, each day. It's where bold, bright professionals like you can reach your full potential-and where you can help us reach ours. Eaton's 2020 revenues were $17.9 billion, and we sell products to customers in more than 175 countries. We have approximately 85,000 employees.

We make work exciting, engaging and meaningful for our employees through our dedication to tackling some of the toughest power management challenges on the planet and by never losing sight of what matters. Our culture is built on a strong commitment to practicing our core values and supporting our employees with the tools they need to succeed. We pledge to always foster a diverse and inclusive environment, including inclusion resource groups that bring together employees who share a common purpose, interest or background. In the past year, our company has received top employment recognition by the Human Rights Campaign and almost fifty percent of our Board of Directors represented diverse groups. When we embrace the different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds that make each of us unique, we - as individuals and as a company - are stronger.

We have demonstrated our passion for sustainability with the recent announcement of cutting carbon emissions from the company's operations by at least 50 percent by 2030. We are ethical, passionate, accountable, efficient, transparent and committed to learning. We are confident we can deliver on our promise to improve the quality of life and the environment because of the attributes that our employees embody.

We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

Job: Finance/Accounting

Region: North America - US/Puerto Rico
Organization: ES EMEA CS LS Life Safety

Job Level: Individual Contributor
Schedule: Full-time
Is remote work (i.e. working from home or another Eaton facility) allowed for this position?: No
Does this position offer relocation?: No
Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time