Join Eaton and help us provide energy-efficient solutions that have a real impact on the environment. We make what matters work. Find out more on https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=baa_aiJ4L7E Do you want to work for a global player, where we care about ethics, inclusion and diversity and our people? The Plant Controller serves a key business partner for the Nettershiem, Germany plant and is responsible for providing financial controllership, managing and driving the financial performance of the plant without compromising accounting and controls compliance. You will be an active member of the plant leadership team advising and counselling on financial implications of plant activities. You will also have close collaboration with Regional Controller to execute financial actions directed to the plant to accomplish overall Filtration Regional goals. The position reports directly to the Plant Manager and functionally to the EMEA Regional Controller. Your primary responsibilities are to: Support month-end closing and forecast, review actual performance to forecast, provide insights of the key drivers of performance, and provide variance commentary for Industrial Products (including the consolidation of Belgium intercompany products). Deep-dive on variances and provide actions as necessary to drive improvement of plant performance. Lead monthly Close, Forecast, Operation & Sales Financial Review presentations and any plant financial presentation as required for the site Collaborate closely with regional and global teams to drive performance of the plant including working capital (DSO, DPO, DOH) and operational metrics (OTD, Cost Out) Provide controllership on physical inventory exercise in collaboration with plant and regional SCM teams Own plant Capital Appropriation Projects including presentations for approval and reporting to operational team on timeliness of spend and budget controls Provide financial leadership on standard cost computation and annual cost roll and re-evaluation process Own and lead annual Profit Plan (budget) preparations and presentation to Regional and US Division leadership team Collaborate closely with Regional Controller to drive change and/or execute actions assigned to the plant to accomplish overall regional goals Drive SIOP of the plant with operation peers to improve overall plant process integrity and efficiency Collaborate closely with functional expert team to maintain internal controls to ensure adherence to company’s financial policies, US GAAP, SOX, local GAAP, local statutory/fiscal regulatory reporting to ensure overall compliance Own team member performance and development plan Join Eaton and help us provide energy-efficient solutions that have a real impact on the environment. We make what matters work. Find out more on https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=baa_aiJ4L7E Do you want to work for a global player, where we care about ethics, inclusion and diversity and our people? The Plant Controller serves a key business partner for the Nettershiem, Germany plant and is responsible for providing financial controllership, managing and driving the financial performance of the plant without compromising accounting and controls compliance. You will be an active member of the plant leadership team advising and counselling on financial implications of plant activities. You will also have close collaboration with Regional Controller to execute financial actions directed to the plant to accomplish overall Filtration Regional goals. The position reports directly to the Plant Manager and functionally to the EMEA Regional Controller. Your primary responsibilities are to: Support month-end closing and forecast, review actual performance to forecast, provide insights of the key drivers of performance, and provide variance commentary for Industrial Products (including the consolidation of Belgium intercompany products). Deep-dive on variances and provide actions as necessary to drive improvement of plant performance. Lead monthly Close, Forecast, Operation & Sales Financial Review presentations and any plant financial presentation as required for the site Collaborate closely with regional and global teams to drive performance of the plant including working capital (DSO, DPO, DOH) and operational metrics (OTD, Cost Out) Provide controllership on physical inventory exercise in collaboration with plant and regional SCM teams Own plant Capital Appropriation Projects including presentations for approval and reporting to operational team on timeliness of spend and budget controls Provide financial leadership on standard cost computation and annual cost roll and re-evaluation process Own and lead annual Profit Plan (budget) preparations and presentation to Regional and US Division leadership team Collaborate closely with Regional Controller to drive change and/or execute actions assigned to the plant to accomplish overall regional goals Drive SIOP of the plant with operation peers to improve overall plant process integrity and efficiency Collaborate closely with functional expert team to maintain internal controls to ensure adherence to company’s financial policies, US GAAP, SOX, local GAAP, local statutory/fiscal regulatory reporting to ensure overall compliance Own team member performance and development plan Qualifications Basic Requirements: Bachelor’s degree from accredited university in accounting, finance, economics, or business At least 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment Ability to work in Germany without company sponsorship Preferred Qualifications: MBA or Masters in Finance or Accounting CPA or CMA accreditation from an international accreditation institution Position Criteria: Strong written and presentation skills with ability to effectively work in a cross-functional team and a matrix environment. Detail-orientation with focus on high level of accuracy, Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, datelines oriented Proficiency in Microsoft applications (Excel & PowerPoint) Experience in working with ERP (Glovia, MFGPRO, SAP, Oracle) systems in a manufacturing environment Experience in working with Financial Reporting Tools (Kalix Longview or equivalent system like Hyperion etc..) Digital Savvy, experience using digital tools (Power BI, OBIEE or equivalent tools like Tableau) #LI-AR2 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: FFD Fluid Filtration Division Job Level: Manager 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