Job Summary As part of the Accounting & Finance group, the person will be responsible for ensuring timely invoicing and collection of accounts receivables from customers in US, Canada and intercompany trading partners. In addition, he/she will foster a good customer relationship by providing timely customer support and problem resolution. At the same time, maximizing cash flows within collections efficiencies and ensuring proper accounting and achieving or exceeding established metrics. Job Responsibilities Ensure timely collection of accounts receivables, as well as correct application of customer payments, credit memo’s, debit memo’s, etc. Participate and support financial close, forecast and Profit Plan activities with accuracy, and in accordance with corporate timing and reporting requirements. Responsible for issuing and sending invoices, credit memo’s and aging statements to customers on a daily basis or as required. Includes manual invoicing and credit memo’s. Build a strong relationship with customer AR (internal / external) in order to maximize collection efficiency, minimize past due and resolve issues. Investigate, address and resolve customer payment issues. Work with customers (internal and external) to implement corrective actions to minimize or eliminate re-occurrence in the future. Proactively analyze and prepare customers payments activities; ensure clear communication of customer issues and elevate problems in a timely manner. Inform management of the monthly AR cash flows. Ensure all AR interfaces are working correctly. Work with appropriate people to implement corrective actions as required. Support Credit & Collections team, as well as other facility in the collection of invoices (current or past due). Work with intercompany trading partners to ensure timely payment and collection of intercompany receivables. Drive/Implement continuous improvement of key financial metrics as they relate to the accounts of receivable function. Responsible to report Close comments of Account Receivable, DSO, BSC, Red Flags and other Divisional or Plant reports. 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. Ensure compliance of statutory requirements as applicable to the plant. Assist and participate in internal / external audits as required. Support implementation of improvements to monthly closing procedures ensuring accuracy and timeliness, as well as continuous develop and improvement of financial modeling and tools. Maintain an atmosphere of teamwork and continuous improvement in order to achieve departmental and plant goals. Support plant, functional or corporate initiatives. 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 in order to reduce waste and improve efficiency of the finance function. #LI-SL4 Qualifications Qualifications Education level required: Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance or Business Administration. Years and area of experience required: 3 - 5 years prior Credit and Collection process experience, preferably in a large company or Shared Service Center. Technical Knowledge: Technical capability to prepare, analyze and interpret financial and operational data/reports. Knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially spreadsheet software packages Excel. Sound working knowledge of GAAP, Sarbanes Oxley and local statutory requirements. Understanding of global business issues, including foreign currency impacts, effective hedging protocols and local customs and duty requirements. Oracle/SAP/GetPaid knowledge is a plus. Soft skills: Superior analytical and thinking skills; Intellectual rigor and curiosity; problem-solving capability. Solid communication and relationship building. English speaking proficiency. Strong Interpersonal Skills in order to communicate with customer USA based as well as Eaton Management. Eaton is an intelligent power management company dedicated to improving the quality of life and protecting the environment for people everywhere. We are guided by our commitment to do business right, to operate sustainably and to help our customers manage power ─ today and well into the future. By capitalizing on the global growth trends of electrification and digitalization, we’re accelerating the planet’s transition to renewable energy, helping to solve the world’s most urgent power management challenges, and doing what’s best for our stakeholders and all of society. Founded in 1911, Eaton has been listed on the NYSE for nearly a century. We reported revenues of $19.6 billion in 2021 and serve customers in more than 170 countries. 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 have demonstrated our passion for sustainability with the announcement of cutting carbon emissions from the company’s operations by at least 50 percent by 2030. Eaton is committed to having a workforce that is diverse and non-discriminatory at all levels, reflecting the diversity of our customers and the varied environments in which we conduct business around the world. Our success depends on our ability to attract and retain the very best people unlimited by race, color, social or economic status, religion, national origin, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any protected status. Eaton follows relevant non-discrimination laws and regulations in the countries where we operate. It is the policy of the Company to make all decisions regarding employment, including hiring, compensation, training, promotions, transfers, or lay-offs, based on the principle of equal employment opportunity as defined above. Job: Finance/Accounting Region: Latin America Organization: Corporate Sector Job Level: Individual Contributor Schedule: Full-time Is remote work (i.e. working from home or another Eaton facility) allowed for this position?: Yes – Hybrid Does this position offer relocation?: Relocation from within hiring country only Travel: No