Eaton’s VGNA division is currently seeking a Cost Accountant to join our team. This position is based at our Aguascalientes facility. The Cost Accountant will assist the facility in the financial statement preparation / analysis, developing operating forecasts, compiling division / corporate reports / request and manage internal control. Perform accounting tasks of a difficult nature while following general instructions with a fair degree of discretion allowed for work interpretation. The position requires a high understanding of the accounting systems including the ability to modify or develop new procedures to accomplish assignments. Some activities related with the position will be: Observe and implement Internal Controls in plant, develop and keep internal procedures aligned to Corporate and Divisional policies Complete financial budgets, forecasts and Profit Plan activities Prepare financial analysis for management, including analysis of main variances to forecast and profit plan related to material price and usage, surcharges, XR, transfer prices, logistics and changes in routes Lead annual Burden Rates definition and Inventory Roll up processes, analyze and define costs for new products in plant; complete quotation activities for new and current products (cost models) Lead inventory actions such as physical inventory, cycle counts, inventory adjustments, analysis of excess and obsolete and shrinkage Assure all inventory transactions are properly booked to avoid unexpected impacts to financial results Support Stars & Dogs analysis by comparing current expenses to standard cost Lead activities related to flex productivity, including expense analysis and control Complete monthly balance sheet reconciliations and ensure meet guidance on second balance sheet reviews Complete assigned EHS actions items. (Positive Interruptions, report near misses, accomplish with MESH requirements: EHS programs, training, etc.) Perform CI tasks (CI trainings, cost out validation, process improvements, usage of lean tools for problem solving) #LI-AP01 Qualifications Required (Basic) Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related financial field from accredited institution 3-5 years of experience in financial departments or 2 in Cost accounting function Working knowledge of accounting and finance High computer skills and communication abilities Proficient in MS Office toolset 50% English General oracle knowledge Preferred Qualifications: Experience in a manufacturing environment SAP / Oracle business system experience. Master’s degree Foundational knowledge of lean principles and manufacturing processes. Position Success Criteria: Support Eaton’s vision thru the Eaton Leadership Model Promote a Finance and Internal Control culture, thru process standardization and teamwork Interpersonal communication skills and leadership development ability Functional Competencies: Financial Business Planning & Perform Reporting Finance & Accounting Knowledge Financial Analysis Financial Integrity & Control Financial Process Improvement & Tech Management 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. Job: Finance/Accounting Region: Latin America Organization: VEH NAA North America Auto 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?: Relocation from within hiring country only Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time