Accounting Associate

at Caterpillar, Inc. in Mossville, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Career Area:

Finance

Job Description:

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you’re joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don’t just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.

It’s More Than a Job, It’s a Career (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wf0PVJdUOWo)

Our Energy & Transportation (E&T) segment has a broad portfolio of products and services – which include engines, generator sets, industrial gas turbines and locomotives, along with other related equipment depending on the industry and application. We deliver these products and services to Cat machine, oil & gas, power generation, transportation, and industrial customers. E&T is also developing the advanced power sources of the future and is working on many solutions to help our customers lower their carbon footprint. Additionally, our Remanufacturing Division is another key component to the E&T portfolio, which provides great economical and sustainability benefits to customers.

Large Power Systems Division (LPSD) provides exciting opportunities for accountants who want to be challenged and are interested in being directly involved with business decisions. The role provides financial analysis and planning support to LPSD which is a fast-paced, innovative, and growing global organization. This position is on the LPSD Consolidations Team. This role will encourage one to demonstrate and develop communication, presentation, and financial analysis skills.

What You Will Do:

+ Financial Planning and Analysis – Period Cost Support

+ Financial reporting system grief resolution / closing support

+ Support Headcount and Non-Financial Metrics Reporting

+ Coordinate quarterly and annual survey requests for the division

+ Upon request, take part in special projects and ad-hoc reporting requests

What You Have:

+ Education/Experience: This position typically requires a Bachelor’s Degree in accounting, finance, or business related degree.

+ Accuracy and Attention to Detail: Understanding the necessity and value of accuracy; ability to complete tasks with high levels of precision.

+ Analytical Thinking: Knowledge of techniques and tools that promote effective analysis; ability to determine the root cause of organizational problems and create alternative solutions that resolve these problems.

+ Effective Communications: Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors.

+ Managing Multiple Priorities: Knowledge of effective self-management practices; ability to manage multiple concurrent objectives, projects, groups, or activities, making effective judgments as to prioritizing and time allocation.

+ Problem Solving: Knowledge of approaches, tools, techniques for recognizing, anticipating, and resolving organizational or process problems; ability to apply knowledge of problem solving appropriately to diverse situations.

Additional Info :

+ This position will be located at our Mossville, IL office

+ This role is a full time, Hybrid position and currently requires 3 days a week in office

+ Domestic relocation assistance is available for those who qualify

+ Sponsorship is not available

What You Will Get:

+ Our goal at Caterpillar is for you to have a rewarding career. Our teams are critical to the success of our customers who build a better world.

+ Here you earn more than just a salary because we value your performance. We offer a total rewards package that provides benefits on day one (medical, dental, vision, RX, and 401K) along with the potential of an annual bonus. Additional benefits include paid vacation days and paid holidays.

+ All qualified individuals – Including minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities – are encouraged to apply.

About Caterpillar

Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.

Posting Dates:

July 11, 2024 – July 25, 2024

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals – Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities – are encouraged to apply.

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