PRIMARY FUNCTION This position is responsible to lead the financial activities of the Product Line in Tijuana, Mexico. These responsibilities include, but are not limited to, product line financial control, measurement and reporting and adherence with other Eaton accounting and financial reporting requirements such as SEC/GAAP reporting and Sarbanes-Oxley, etc.; lead financial requirements of customer new business proposals, analyze and report cost drivers and spend activities for Division/Product Line business and engineering leaders, including but not limited to, new development activities / cost estimation / budget variances. Position is a key business partner that provides a direct link between the business unit activities in Tijuana and the management team. The position drives continuous improvement utilizing the framework of the Eaton Business System (EBS) and the Continuous Improvement Framework (CIF). ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Participates as a leading member of the Tijuana Finance Team in driving standardized processes and processes. Recommends improvements and service level growth to the Operations Finance Mgr/Plant Controller Reports financial activity to product line managers, engineering managers and functional heads to support development of product line processes, controls and measurement of the product line programs and key business customer contacts. Responsible for all accounting across the product line assuring accurate and timely financial data is available monthly for review. Also provides timely divisional/plant financial reporting, while ensuring compliance with Tax and Group accounting policies Prepares financial analysis and cost estimations for all new product line business proposals, capital investments, and potential new product development endeavors Forecasts future CFROG and profitability, analysis of margins, and ROS Prepares strategic plans, annual profit plans and monthly rolling forecast for the product line Assists Engineering, Plant Manager, and Tijuana Finance leadership in the identification of financial risks and developing mitigation plans. Assists in communication of financial performance on product line to Division / Aerospace leadership. Focus on performance to goals and identify areas for improvement and concern. Supports annual certification for compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley requirements. Continuous improvement of controls and processes Develops strong allocation methodology, working with product line owners for ratification. Confirms strong financial basis with Operations Finance Manager for allocation processes. Supports local government accounting standards and regulations compliance – US, Local and IAS Effectively manages due dates and organizes resources to comply with due dates and timely reporting Develops and implements financial management processes on product lines to assure control – benchmark and incorporate best practices across Aerospace Drives continuous improvement and cost out activities Qualifications SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE Minimum of 5 years of experience Strong communication skills Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in Accounting, Finance or Business CPA/MBA a plus Minimum of five years of experience in financial management in a manufacturing environment Knowledge and understanding of corporate, division, and plant reporting policies and key measurements Bilingual English/Spanish strongly preferred Strong technical expertise (US GAAP/IAS) in accounting and finance, specifically in application to commercial/government development and production contracts Experience in product line and program accounting Proven success in leading teams and managing multiple projects Strong verbal, written and interpersonal skills – ability to establish and work cross functional relationships Proven leadership and possession of problem solving and analytical skills. #LI-MG1 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. 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Job: Finance/Accounting Region: Latin America Organization: AER FED Fluid Electrical Distribution Job Level: Team Leader/Supervisor 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