Finance Analyst

Join Eaton and be a part of our commitment to providing impactful, energy-efficient solutions that shape a sustainable future. At Eaton, we make what matters work, and we're dedicated to fostering a workplace where ethics, inclusion, diversity, and our people are at the forefront.

We are seeking a talented and experienced Finance Analyst to join our global business head quartered in the United Kingdom. Reporting directly to the Group Financial Controller. The role will play a pivotal role in leading the control functions for our UK operation as well as supporting the FC and CFO in finance transformation to align with Eaton policies and controls.

What you'll do:

This position is responsible for reviewing the Group's accounting activities to ensure compliance with Internal controls and external prudential regulations for all regions. The primary duties include analysis of financial data, management of financial risk, audit lead, ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Financial Reporting: Oversee the preparation of accurate and timely financial statements in compliance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). Coordinate with regional finance teams to consolidate financial results for group reporting.
• Analytical review and analysis of financial results, monthly trend reports and review of balance sheet reconciliations.
• Group Consolidation: Monthly group consolidation and elimination of intercompany margins and profit.
• Internal Controls: Implement and maintain a Finance Risks and controls matrix with robust internal control policies and procedures to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with regional regulatory framework requirements.
• Treasury Management: Coordinate with the centralised treasury team Review and reconcile cash and interest movements
• Tax Planning and Compliance: Ensure compliance with all UK tax regulations and reporting requirements, including VAT and corporate tax filings.
• Financial Systems and Processes: Evaluate and enhance financial systems, processes, and controls to ensure compliance with Eaton policy and operational efficiency. Support the business' global automation strategy by Identifying opportunities for Finance automation and technology adoption to streamline financial operations in preparation for full systems integration with Eaton.
• Stakeholder Management: key liaison between finance, executive leadership, and external stakeholders, internal and external auditors, and regulatory authorities.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree (not essential)
• Minimum of 2 years post qualification experience. Experience of monthly reporting and balance sheet reconciliation a must.

Skills:

• ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified. (Part Qualified or Qualified)
• Strong knowledge of internal controls and regulatory framework.
• Proficiency in financial systems and ERP platforms (experience of SAGE 200 is an advantage) and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and influence decision-making at all levels of the organization.

What we offer:

• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Challenging projects in dynamic collaborative team
• Great company benefits including onsite parking and a gym
• 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

We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for job applicants and employees. Our recruitment processes use balanced selection criteria and avoid unlawful discrimination against applicants on the basis of their age, colour, disability, marital status, national origin, gender, gender identity, genetic information, race or racial origin, religion, sexual orientation or any other status protected or required by law.