EMEA Statutory Portfolio Manager - Central Audit

At Eaton we are continuously striving to make our world safer, sustainable and efficient in power management. We believe in our employees and we can achieve our goals together. We make what matters work! Join us and help us provide energy-efficient solutions that make a real impact. Find out more about Eaton!Our EMEA Business Service Center (BSC) in Budapest is Eaton’s largest office in the region. With a diverse team of over 700 people, representing 40+ nationalities and speaking 20+ languages, the BSC is the central hub for business services. It empowers seamless operations and drives exceptional results across our electrical, industrial, and corporate teams. We are proud to be a Disability Friendly Workplace, ensuring an inclusive environment for all our employees.The EMEA Statutory COE (centre of expertise) covers all statutory and audit activities, tax relating to statutory activities, technical accounting and governmental and other reporting.The COE is part of the overall EMEA finance transformation project and is a key enabler for delivering statutory and audit activity across the region. The COE covers all Eaton businesses (currently 5 zones, 50 countries) and divisions (Elec, Indust, GEIS)What You’ll DoAs EMEA Statutory Portfolio Manager you will focus on Central Audist as the ultimate owner & responsible for delivering the statutory financial statements and audit on a portfolio of entities across several jurisdictions. The role interacts with many stakeholders including Eaton centralized audit owners, corporate technical accounting, tax, business leaders, zone controllers and EY and other third party auditors.ResponsibilitiesBeing part of the Statutory COE team, ensure an effective control environment and compliance with financial policies, focusing on the quality of financial deliverables and audit work.Support Component Audit and Centralized Audit for Eaton global sites to external auditor.Plan central audit timelines co ordinating with Statutory COE team, EY Pune, Dublin and US (as required) and drive execution to same.Lead the Central Audit relationship with the external auditor and monitor and manage timelines and challenges, escalating as required.Lead the Statutory COE relationship with GFA Pune to provide day-to-day compliance audit support in a timely manner.Plan, manage, monitor, and improve audit work with GFA teams, site controllers and external auditors.Maintain a thorough understanding of financial reporting and processes for RTR, OTC, and PTP activities, focusing on improving the quality of accounting deliverables to compliance and controls.Implement and drive a Zero-defect audit culture.Track audit progress and plans to execute improvements, drive efficiencies and innovation.Build scalable and capable organization to deliver quality services. Perform additional activities as assigned.QualificationsBachelor's degree in Finance and Accounting or related qualification helpful.Extensive experience in Statutory and Audit domain, track record in managing a portfolio of legal entitiesProfessional accounting certification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CPA) is an advantage.Strong technical accounting experience and knowledgeable working with 3rd party auditors (in-country or cross regionally).Excellent English language skills, other EU language skill is helpful.Strong System Knowledge (Oracle/SAP), experience of Tomson Reuters tool is an advantage.Process improvement and solution focused mindset, Lean or Six sigma certification is an advantage.Proactive and agile personality, with team player and change management attitude.What We Offer YouWide range of Employee Benefits: Hybrid work model, Annual bonus, Cafeteria, Private Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Eye-glass refund, AYCM partnership, Internal reward system (E-Stars)Employee Wellbeing Support: Access comprehensive support programs designed to enhance your overall wellbeing Family Friendly: Enjoy a family-friendly environment with policies that support work-life balance Talent Management and Career Development: We are dedicated to your professional growth, with a strong focus on internal mobility, continuous learning, and peer coaching Dog-Friendly: Bring your furry friend to work in our dog-friendly office Dedicated Spaces: Utilize our family room, multi-prayer room, stretching room, and chill room for your comfort and convenienceCompany Yoga Sessions: Participate in regular yoga sessions to stay fit and relaxedSocial Responsibility: Join a socially responsible organization committed to making a positive impactEmployee Appreciation Day: Celebrate with us on Employee Appreciation Day, recognizing your hard work and contributions 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.