Manager Accounting

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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.

Your Impact 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.

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled Manager Accounting to join our GLBL BusSvcs Tax-Bangalore _Global Finance Services Division Team

The incumbent is expected to lead a small team as well as independently perform varied complex tasks related to EMEA VAT including in depth knowledge on transactional processing, setting right VAT process for each of the activities, reviewing the Input Tax Credit, review of accounts postings, payment of taxes, preparation and review of monthly returns, E-Filing of various returns including monthly, quarterly and annual returns, providing necessary information to regional SMEs and to respond back for tax assessment queries to Tax Authorities as may be necessary, reconciliation of accounts, providing Management Information Reports, Global Vat Compliance, and other assignments that are assigned from time to time.

The preference for this role is to be based out of Whitefield Office, Bangalore, India

 What you will do

• Self-starter - Able to quickly learn and perform day to activities independently. Should quickly step up to handle more complex activities with minimal supervisor support.
• Process Driven - Should follow process and invest sufficient time in documentation of the process with focus on attention to detail.
  • Monthly Book closure -Handle US GAAP Legal entity closings related to indirect tax accounts for the legal entities handled from Bangalore. Responsible for fairly reflecting indirect tax accounts in the ledger.
• Monthly Reconciliations - Preparation of indirect tax related reconciliations with high complexity related to balance sheet accounts. Also manage turnover reconciliations to manage tax authorities requirements.
• Audit support - Statutory audit support including preparation of VAT schedules and handle all indirect tax related questions from audit team and coordinate with legal entity managers for various tax issues.
• Tax filing - Coordinates with external consultants and Global Tax teams to support tax return of various legal entities handled at Bangalore. Also coordinate with Global tax team in providing information for tax audits and tax assesments.
• Process improvement projects -Participate and lead process improvement projects to improve existing process. Use principles of lean, six sigma and built in process in accounting and reporting processes. Takes active part in process automation and providing dash board reporting using data analytics and other tools.      

What you will have 

• CA/CPA with 5-8 years post qualification experience or graduate with 10 + years of relevant indirect tax experience
• Big 4 experience preferred. Good communication skills and willingness to work beyond the job profile for maximum visibility in the ever-growing organization.

Skills desired:

Planning: Tactical, Strategic: Knowledge of effective planning techniques and ability to contribute to operational (short term), tactical (1-2 years) and strategic (3-5 years) planning in support of the overall business plan.
Level Working Knowledge:
• Contributes to short-term operational plans.
• Anticipates and adapts to plan changes.
• Monitors progress of work against plan as required to meet objectives.
• Reports variances and makes agreed-upon corrections.
• Under guidance, develops tactical plan for own direct responsibility.
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.
Level Working Knowledge:
• Approaches a situation or problem by defining the problem or issue and determining its significance.
• Makes a systematic comparison of two or more alternative solutions.
• Uses flow charts, Pareto charts, fish diagrams, etc. to disclose meaningful data patterns.
• Identifies the major forces, events and people impacting and impacted by the situation at hand.
• Uses logic and intuition to make inferences about the meaning of the data and arrive at conclusions.
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.
Level Working Knowledge:
• Delivers helpful feedback that focuses on behaviors without offending the recipient.
• Listens to feedback without defensiveness and uses it for own communication effectiveness.
• Makes oral presentations and writes reports needed for own work.
• Avoids technical jargon when inappropriate.
• Looks for and considers non-verbal cues from individuals and groups.
Judgment and Decision Making: Knowledge of the decision-making process; ability to carefully evaluate the impact of emerging business situations and choose the best path forward communicating actions and activities that maximize organizational performance.
Level Working Knowledge:
• Discerns between "signal" and "noise" when considering courses of action.
• Selects the right activities to work on from a range of competing priorities.
• Stands by decisions in the face of conflict or unexpected outcome.
• Makes the transition from evaluation to conclusion readily and in a timely manner.
• Revisits decisions when appropriate, but infrequently and without disrupting focus.
Managing People: Knowledge of processes involved in managing people; ability to lead successful teams, and diligently address issues related to performance and conflicts at the workplace.
Level Basic Understanding:
• Describes the general processes and procedures involved in people management.
• Identifies the needs of the organization and employees; matches them to appropriate solutions.
• Lists major activities performed in managing people at the workplace.
• Understands relevant systems, tools, and resources required for managing people.
Accounting: Knowledge of accounting methods, processes, and tools; ability to maintain and prepare financial statements and reports using accounting methods and processes.
Level Working Knowledge:
• Utilizes cost monitoring practices, techniques and considerations.
• Works with financial transactions and related documentation within the organization.
• Participates in accounting practices of classifying and recording financial data.
• Maintains existing charts of accounts.
• Follows regulations for entering and reporting the financial content in major accounting systems.
Financial Analysis: Knowledge of tools and approaches of financial analysis; ability to read, interpret and draw accurate conclusions from financial and numerical material.
Level Basic Understanding:
• Describes the concepts behind financial analysis and implications of financial data.
• Explains how financial statements are organized and the type of information they provide.
• Identifies major types of financial statements issued by the organization.
• Lists activities and responsibilities of financial analysts.
Financial Reporting: Knowledge of processes, methods, and tools of financial reporting; ability to create and maintain accurate and thorough financial reports.
Level Working Knowledge:
• Follows organizational practices and guidelines for product profitability reporting.
• Analyzes errors or inaccuracies in financial reports.
• Uses basic tools to create simple financial reports.
• Monitors compliance with organizational standards for financial report writing.
• Implements organizational methods and procedures for financial report writing.

What you will get:

• Work Life Harmony
• Earned and medical leave.
• Flexible work arrangements
• Relocation assistance

Holistic Development

• Personal and professional development through Caterpillar ‘s employee resource groups across the globe
• Career developments opportunities with global prospects

Health and Wellness

• Medical coverage -Medical, life and personal accident coverage
• Employee mental wellness assistance program

 Financial Wellness

• Employee investment plan
• Pay for performance -Annual incentive Bonus plan.

 Additional Information:

Caterpillar is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status; however, as a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S. which can be found through our employment website at www.caterpillar.com/careers
Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO)
EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals, including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.

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Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO).

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