Accountant (Financial Analyst)

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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.

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 Accountant (Financial Analyst) with strong experience in FP&A to join our team who will have the opportunity to champion our Global Finance Transformation by providing quality analysis from our new Center of Excellence.

This role will primarily support onshore partners by providing reporting and analytics, aimed at delivering actionable insights that drives profitable growth.

This role will not only enhance one’s communication, presentation and financial analysis skills through challenging job responsibilities and regular interaction with local leadership, but also provide opportunities for collaboration and networking across the enterprise.

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

What you will do

Job Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Supporting management reporting activities for month end closing, P&L/cost analysis, profitability walks, and headcount analysis
• Developing presentation material to effectively communicate key business drivers
• Presenting financial summary information in monthly results meetings to the Product Manager and his/her leadership team
• Providing technical expertise that supports engineers and project managers in the annual Research and Development (R&D) burdened rate calculation process, reporting & analysis
• Assisting in the development of the annual budget and quarterly forecast submissions
• Understanding and applying calculations/methodologies to produce variance analysis & commentary/business insights
• Understanding the impact on various corporate initiatives utilizing Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) method to support decision making
• Gathering & submitting data for R&D tax credits
• Participating in special projects and ad hoc reporting requests

Process Transition & Improvement:

• Performing the tasks related to the transition of the projects in line with COE scope of work, timelines, business requirements and defined metrics/KPIs
• Participating in knowledge transfer sessions, defining and owning the documentation (instruction manuals and scorecards/trackers)
• Partnering with multiple global stakeholders on day-to-day operations
• Identifying and leveraging on tools and technologies to transform processes
• Driving continuous improvement via simplification, standardization and automation
• Embedding change management best practices

What you will have 

• Proven experience in financial & management reporting, analysis, FP&A, intercompany, month end processes and DCFs
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to interpret complex financial data, trends and patterns
• Proficiency with large databases and advanced reporting tools such as Power Query and Power BI
• Excellent customer service skills working in a global environment with multiple stakeholders to drive outcomes
• Self-starter who works well independently and in team settings
• Excellent communication skills highly desired, however at a minimum preferred candidates are comfortable engaging with leadership in both written and oral communications
• Experience in process transitions and transformations in a virtual environment
• Ability to quickly learn Caterpillar management reporting methodology and knowledge about products, suppliers, and consumers
• CA, CMA or MBA Finance with 7-10+ years of progressive experience

Additional Information

• Work timings 2 p.m. to 11p.m. IST
• Work from office
• IC (individual contributor) role

Skills desired:

Accuracy and Attention to Detail : Understanding the necessity and value of accuracy; ability to complete tasks with high levels of precision.
Level Working Knowledge:
• Accurately gauges the impact and cost of errors, omissions, and oversights.
• Utilizes specific approaches and tools for checking and cross-checking outputs.
• Processes limited amounts of detailed information with good accuracy.
• Learns from mistakes and applies lessons learned.
• Develops and uses checklists to ensure that information goes out error-free.

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.

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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