Would you like to make a difference to the environment? Do you want to work for a global and ethical company? Join us and help us provide energy-efficient solutions that make a difference to the environment? Do you want to work for a global and ethical company? Join us and help us provide energy-efficient solutions that make a real impact. We make what matters work. To find out more about us check: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=baa_aiJ4L7E As a Financial Accountant your primary objective of the role is to be responsible and accountable to perform the accounting activities for daily operations of the customers in the EMEA region. The incumbent will be part of the team that would work together with the Finance Transformation and the Transitions teams. You will make a difference by: -Process Centric: with thorough understanding of the financial processes (RTR, OTC & PTP) with due focus on RTR in managing end to end accounting. Responsibilities include ensuring an accurate and timely monthly, quarterly and year end close. -Provide business partnership to all areas of plant with regard to functional expertise and cross-functional support, providing guidance and education as needed to plant personnel to achieve financial objectives. -Control & Compliance: Responsible for the implementation and deployment of actions to ensure an adequate environment of internal control. -Provide compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley and all applicable statutory requirements as they apply to their areas of responsibility. Active leadership required to ensure compliance is maintained for all financial activities, as well as the safeguarding of plant assets in compliance with corporate policies and procedures. -Quality culture: Drive and leverage various systems and tools to automate processes and drive process improvements. -Must use quality tools like BPI, EBE, etc. -Process Standardization: Regular review of existing controls and Governance of the standard processes and ensuring alignment to globally defined SSC processes. -Collaboration: Collaborates with the other stakeholders to support overall goals and objectives. -Work closely with the Finance Manager in achieving the required goals and timelines. -Proactively manage issues through understanding of the overall processes and interconnect. -Continuous Improvement: Demonstrate a practical approach to continuous improvement of the processes. Qualifications Your experience matters: -Bachelor degree in Finance/Accounting -Min. 2 year finance, accounting or similar relevant experience -Advanced PC / Technical Skills and Experience with Microsoft Office Products including MS Access, MS Excel and MS Outlook - Advanced knowledge of ERP preferably Oracle and SAP - Excellent written and oral English and Italian communication skills - Min. intermediate knowledge in Italian language - Additional European languages beneficial, preferably Italian or Polish - Proven track record in delivering process improvement initiatives - Previous experience of finance modules, ideally Oracle and/or SAP - Ability to deal with a range of issues efficiently and in a timely manner - Be very solutions driven, analytical and capable of delivering results - Experienced in providing a high standard of customer care - Able to work within a large, multi-cultural organization with international stakeholders - Effective communication, evaluation and problem solving skills - Strong cross/multi-cultural background and experience; sensitive to cultural differences - Solid understanding and experience with USGAAP; exposure to SOX - Working from the office 2 to 3 times per week and it is mandatory on the ''Month-End Close'' days. What we offer to you: • Permanent contract in a fast-growing global company • Challenging projects in dynamic collaborative team • Flexible working solutions (hybrid, flexible working hours) are implemented across different EMEA locations • 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 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 • We make your voice matter - we value safety and trust. This is a place where you can speak up and be heard. There’s room here for everyone because we believe that every person matters #LI-SO1 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: 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?: No Travel: No