Finance Manager

Eaton Corporation•Jackson, MI

19d•$113,000 - $165,000•Onsite

About The Position

Eaton’s Aerospace group, Fluid and Electrical Distribution business is seeking a Finance Manager for its Jackson, Michigan facility. The facility has approximately 850 employees across three shifts, is designated as a high-growth business within the group, and supports military and commercial business. The position reports to the Plant Finance Leader, leads plant finance activities and a small team, and partners with operations leadership to drive financial performance across the facility. Minimal travel is expected, approximately 10%. Relocation assistance to Jackson is available. The role covers financial planning and analysis, cost accounting, internal controls, forecasting, reporting, capital investments, and continuous improvement in a manufacturing environment. It also provides financial support for government contracts, including compliance with FAR and TINA requirements. The expected annual salary range is $113,000–$165,000. Eaton describes this range as a general guideline; compensation depends on candidate skills, experience, qualifications, market, and business considerations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
At least 5 years of professional accounting or finance experience in a manufacturing or similar operations environment.
Must be a U.S. person within the meaning of ITAR: a U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, political asylee, or refugee.
Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
Understanding of manufacturing operations and processes and the related business systems that record them.
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
Ability to communicate effectively across organizational levels, from production associates to leadership, division, and corporate teams.
Integrity and commitment to compliance.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s or advanced degree in accounting or finance.
Experience managing people.
Knowledge of CASS (government cost accounting standards).
In-depth understanding of information systems, including Encore, DFT, Oracle Financials, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Experience in a manufacturing plant or cost accounting.
Experience with cost accounting for a manufacturer.

Responsibilities

Prepare Profit Plan and Business Review presentations for senior management.
Lead monthly forecasting, annual budgeting, profit planning, and business reviews.
Analyze financial and operational performance, investigate variances, and recommend corrective actions.
Maintain and improve standard cost accounting, inventory valuation, and fixed asset processes.
Manage capital expenditure requests, payback analyses, and fixed asset controls.
Ensure compliance with Eaton accounting policies, SOX requirements, and internal controls.
Provide financial support for government contracts, including FAR, TINA, and government accounting requirements.
Partner with operations leaders to identify cost-saving opportunities and improve plant profitability.
Develop financial models, reporting tools, and process improvements to enhance decision-making.
Lead finance process standardization and continuous improvement efforts throughout the facility.
Lead plant finance activities and manage a small team while providing strategic business partnership to operations leadership.