FP&A Analyst (manufacturing finance)

About Eaton

Eaton is a power management company where we provide energy-efficient solutions that help our customers effectively manage electrical, hydraulic and mechanical power more efficiently, safely and sustainably. Eaton is dedicated to improving the quality of life and the environment through the use of power management technology and services. Eaton has approximately 96,000 employees and sells products to customers in more than 175 countries.

We are seeking an experienced FP&A Analyst with SAP to join our Middle East Team in Dubai, UAE.

What you’ll do

• Reporting to the Plant Finance Manager, the FP&A Analyst supports financial planning, forecasting, reporting and operational analysis for the E33 manufacturing plant. The role partners with Operations, Supply Chain, Procurement, Engineering, HR and Accounting teams to provide financial insights, support decision making and drive business performance.
• Support the manufacturing plant's budgeting, forecasting, profit planning and financial reporting processes.
• Analyze financial and operational performance, identifying key drivers, risks and improvement opportunities.
• Monitor manufacturing costs, inventory, productivity, margins and working capital performance to support business decisions.
• Partner with Operations, Supply Chain, Procurement, HR and Accounting teams to provide financial insights and drive performance improvements.
• Support capital investment evaluations, cost reduction initiatives and continuous improvement programs through financial analysis.
• Ensure compliance with financial policies, internal controls, SOX requirements and audit standards.
• Utilize SAP, Excel and reporting tools to deliver timely, accurate and actionable financial information to plant leadership.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of progressive finance experience within a multinational organization.
• Minimum 2 years of experience supporting a manufacturing environment.

Skills

• Experience in Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), cost controlling, plant finance, or operational finance.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams including Operations, Supply Chain and Accounting.
• Hands-on experience with SAP-based reporting and analysis is required.
• Financial planning, budgeting, forecasting and management reporting.
• Manufacturing finance concepts including cost analysis, inventory management, variance analysis and operational performance metrics.
• Knowledge of standard costing and manufacturing key performance indicators (KPIs).
• SAP proficiency, preferably within a manufacturing environment.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills for financial analysis and reporting.
• Power BI or similar business intelligence and reporting tools is an advantage.
• Understanding of internal controls, compliance requirements and SOX principles.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Business partnering and stakeholder management capability.
• Effective communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and multicultural environment.
• High level of ownership, accountability and attention to detail.
• Strong collaboration and relationship-building skills.Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Continuous improvement mindset with a proactive approach to identifying opportunities.
• Data-driven decision-making capability.

Living and Working in Dubai

Dubai is an internationally connected city that offers strong professional opportunities within a truly global environment. Living and working in Dubai means being part of a diverse, forward-looking business community, supported by modern infrastructure, excellent connectivity, and a well-established expatriate ecosystem.

At Eaton, employees based in Dubai are part of a stable, well-governed organization that brings together global teams, clear ways of working, and the flexibility needed to support both performance and long-term career development.

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.