EATON is looking for a Commercial FP&A Analyst Location: Johannesburg Do you want to work for a global company where promoting gender equality is central to our vision of creating a truly diverse and inclusive business? Where everyone matters, and everyone belongs? Join us and help us provide energy-efficient solutions that make a real impact. We make what matters work. As Commercial Financial Planning & Analysis Analyst, you will actively support all activities in performing the budgeting, forecasting, reporting and analysis relating to the CSO division for Eaton South Africa. In conjunction with performing the processes necessary to plan, record, analyse and report on the financial conditions within the business the FP&A Analyst is expected to utilize both quantitative and qualitative analysis of all operational aspects of a business to evaluate the businesses progress toward achieving its goals and to map out future goals and plans. Your main responsibilities: At the core the FP&A Analyst is expected to provide management and executive leadership with analysis and advice regarding how to most effectively utilize the businesses financial resources to increase profitability and grow the company at an optimal rate, while avoiding putting the company at serious financial risk. Comparing historical results against budgets and forecasts, and performing variance analysis to explain differences in performance and make improvements going forward this includes completing monthly closing and forecasting processes including coordination with sales controllers to prepare commentary packages Maintain periodic reporting schedules (Daily/weekly/monthly/Annual) & completion of performance summaries. This includes but is not limited to updating and maintaining Encore / PL Encore, MIS & BI Portal reports. Determining which of the company’s products or product lines generate the largest portion of its net profit (E2E profit analysis) Support in preparation of the annual profit plan & strategic plan Coordinate, interpret and respond to ad-hoc financial requests within division Analyse monthly reports for the South African organization Assistance in preparation of management presentations (Monthly reviews, Profit plan etc.) Support and propose various initiatives to reduce complexity, standardize and improve efficiency of the financial processes Additional ad-hoc analysis and projects as necessary (SAP implementation) Promote good financial stewardship by helping control costs, driving forecast accuracy, driving balance sheet integrity, and ensuring proper controls are in place. Assist in the deployment and monitoring of Eaton Financial policies and control requirements Qualifications Recognized Management or Cost Accounting/Finance Degree or equivalent professional qualification Preferably 3-5 years accounting or financial analysis experience in business (may include articles), functional controlling or analysis – an international, diversified industrial company and knowledge of US GAAP accounting preferred Customer centric approach to doing business that focuses on providing a positive customer experience in order to drive profit and gain competitive edge Excellent analytical skills to interpret and relate financial data so that resulting comments describe the key risks and drivers Sales analytics recurring and ad-hoc to support growth (Channels, projects, etc.) Eager and able to develop into future financial positions within the organization Proficiency with MS-Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) Systems knowledge SysPro (preferred but not essential) Good communication skills in English are required Logical in approach & application Work well under pressure and be good at managing multiple tasks within demanding timelines Eager to work in a dynamic and complex organization High level of enthusiasm with a “can-do” attitude Passion for business and ability to drive change What we offer to you: Competitive compensation and benefits package Permanent contract in a fast-growing global company Challenging projects in dynamic collaborative team We make ethics and culture matter – You will enjoy working in supportive and collaborative workplace where ethics and safety are in our DNA We make your perspectives matter - Different points of view are what drive innovation and collaboration, and at Eaton, innovation begins with top-to-bottom diversity. Our senior leadership is made up of individuals from diverse groups to help create an environment where employees feel represented and heard at every level. We make your aspirations matter – Eaton encourages internal promotion, whenever possible We make your growth matter - We invest in our employees for the long term – not just with salary and benefits, but with ongoing learning and development opportunities made available through Eaton University We make your contributions matter - reliability, safety, efficiency, and sustainability are at the core of our dedication to improving people’s lives and the environment through power management technologies. We make your wellbeing matter – We put your health and safety first. Wellness at Eaton is more than a program, it’s about changing the environment by offering the right tools to help empower employees to make that happen Our recent awards: FORTUNE’s 2021 World’s Most Admired Companies list  One of the World's Most Ethical Companies 2021 by Ethisphere  Top 50 Employers List 2020 by Woman Engineer Magazine  Best Place to work for LGBTQ Equality 2020 by Human Rights Campaign  Named to 100 Best Corporate Citizens 2020 list for 13th consecutive year by 3BL Media  100 Best Corporate Citizens list for 11th consecutive year by Corporate Responsibility #LI-EC1 Candidate applying to the vacancy will be subject of the background screening. 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: Europe, Middle East, Africa Organization: ES EMEA Sales and Marketing Customer Experience 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?: No Travel: No