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Eaton Corporation NAC Operational Excellence - Lead analyst in Queretaro, Mexico
Eaton’s Corporate Sector division is currently seeking a NAC Operational Excellence - Lead analyst.
What you’ll do:
The North American Controllership (NAC) team ensures a robust control environment, delivers accurate and timely financial results, and lead the implementation of global accounting standardization strategies. These efforts are designed to streamline accounting processes and maintain strict compliance with U.S. GAAP and Eaton’s financial policies. As part of Eaton’s Global Finance organization, we are committed to becoming a best-in-class finance function. Continuous Improvement (CI) is a critical pillar of this strategy and a key driver of success.
The NAC Operational Excellence Lead Analyst is responsible for the hands‑on execution of continuous improvement initiatives. The role focuses on delivering assigned CI projects, supporting process standardization, and enabling efficiency improvements across the organization. In addition, this position will champion education on the benefits of CI across controllership.
Job Responsibilities
• Continuous Improvement Execution
Execute assigned workstreams within CI initiatives under defined scope and direction.
Perform detailed process mapping, data analysis, and root‑cause identification to support solution development.
Apply standard CI and problem‑solving tools to implement improvements, not design enterprise frameworks.
Validate improvements through data tracking and post‑implementation reviews.
Maintain detailed action logs, issue tracking, and execution dashboards for assigned initiatives.
Support project managers and OpEx leadership with status updates, risk identification, and mitigation tracking.
Execute user testing support, data validation, and post‑go‑live stabilization activities.
Develop and maintain SOPs, job aids, and training materials to support adoption and sustainment.
Support benefits tracking related to efficiency, quality, and capacity improvements.
Assist in documenting and reinforcing controls impacted by process changes.
Support audit readiness by ensuring updated process documentation and standard work are maintained.
Qualifications:
Education level required
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field.
Bilingual English - Spanish
Years and area of experience required
3+ yrs of experience with experience executing medium to large CI or process improvement initiatives.
Clear understanding of CI- Problem solving tools
Working knowledge of end to end BPI process as a CI/Lean team member
Excellent communication and problem solving skills, provides solutions and delivery, timely results.
Process oriented and collaborative approach
Able to understand regional process differences and support evaluation of standard practices under guidance.
Prior experience in finance or accounting preferred
Lean / six sigma certification preferred
Technical knowledge
Basic understanding of (Oracle/SAP - Preferred)
Experience supporting ERP‑enabled process changes (testing, validation, stabilization).
Exposure to data extraction and validation to support CI metrics.
Digital mindset, understanding of IT Tools
Office365 (PowerBI, PowerAutomate, Microsoft Forms) - Preferred
Familiarity with Project Management Methodologies
Skills:
Soft skills
Strong follow‑through and attention to execution detail.
Ability to manage multiple deliverables simultaneously under defined priorities.
Process oriented
Project management Knowledge
Able to apply EBS methodology and tools
Change management focused and collaborative partner
Conflict resolution
Customer focus
Dimensions:
Scope of Responsibilities: Local, regional, etc.
Global scope through execution support of globally aligned initiatives and standards
Record any measurable statistics which the position impacts
Cost and efficiency benefits driven through execution of process standardization, automation support, and workload optimization initiatives, including capacity release and headcount avoidance.
All positions may require participation in video and in-person interviews as part of the hiring process. All candidates will be evaluated based on job-related competencies, and all candidates’ privacy rights and data security will be protected in accordance with applicable laws.
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.