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.
The Caterpillar IT Business Resources team has an open Accounting Associate role. This position is an entry-level staff accountant who will support various business processes. This role, along with the Caterpillar IT Business Resource team in whole, partners with the Caterpillar IT business unit to support the business operations of more than 500 facilities around the globe in more than 180 countries. Caterpillar IT keeps Caterpillar connected (every aspect of the business from order management systems to e-commerce solutions, collaboration tools and more) and secure across the world. Caterpillar IT plays a critical role in Caterpillar's Strategic Priorities and through their technology solutions serve as a catalyst for Caterpillar and Customers to build a better world.
What You Will Do: - Business Management System (BMS) Coordinator for Global Information Services
- Monthly analysis of intercompany service charges
- Business Unit Pull (project) forecasting for Caterpillar IT
- Processing invoices
- Preparation of government reports
- Monthly accountable closing processes
- Monthly reconciliation of cloud reporting
- Forecasting for annual business plans and quarterly updates
- Creating innovation solutions to provide insights to management
What You Have: - Education/Experience: This position typically requires a Bachelor's Degree in accounting, finance, or business-related degree and 1-2 years of job-related experience.
- 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.
- Mana gi n g 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.
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.
Additional Details : - Location: East Peoria, IL
- Domestic relocation is available for those who qualify
- Sponsorship is not available.
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.
Summary Pay Range:
$79,800.00 - $119,760.00
Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.
Benefits:
Annual incentive bonus plan*
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holiday, Volunteer, Etc.)
401k savings plan
Health savings account (HSA)
Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
Disability benefits
Life Insurance
Parental leave
Healthy Lifestyle Programs
Employee Assistance Programs
Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts
Tuition Reimbursement
Career Development
*Subject to annual eligibility and incentive plan guidelines .
Posting Dates:
January 24, 2025 - February 6, 2025
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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Job Tags
Holiday work, Full time, Second job, Relocation, Flexible hours,