Accountant (Reporting Analyst-Power BI)

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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 (Reporting Analyst-Power BI) to join our GFSO Reporting Tower -Global Finance Services Division.

The Reporting Analyst (Power BI) will have the opportunity to develop and support the Power BI system solution functionality of one or more applications or business to support our Accountable Reporting transition to an Operations Center of Excellence.  This role will partner with Strategy & Execution Business Manager and Senior Staff Accountant to design and develop key data visualizations for Global Finance Transformation group.  In addition to ensuring a successful reporting standardization and transition, the role offers opportunity to identify and lead onboarding future processes.  This position will work closely with business units across the enterprise and the Global Finance Strategy team to ensure alignment of processes for Caterpillar.

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

What you will do

• Creating reports on financial performance for internal use as per the set corporate guidelines and standard framework
• Supporting monthly closing timelines, with data validations, new reports and partnering with Corporate consolidations group.

• Validate solution design, including prototyping and configuration for an application or process
• Validate process documentation for the application or process
• Participate in test script creation for new content releases or deployments for an application or process
• Establish business rules for the use of an application or process
• Establish security data classifications for the application or process
• Business escalation point for any conflicts or concerns with the application or process
• Represent the application or process with other areas of the business who use or integrate with this part of the business
• Seek input from relevant areas of the business that should have inputs to this application or process
• Understanding, evaluating and reacting to routine problems or situations with external contacts is also part of this assignment
• Interaction within the framework of existing business policies and practices and/or established business relationships
• Problems and issues usually involve careful interpretation, analysis or diagnosis
• Identify the nature of a complex or undefined problem and then develop the best solution or application from numerous alternatives
• Develop well-prepared action plans for the current year and has a clear sense of what needs to be achieved in the year to come.  Ad hoc support as needed 

What you will have.

• Strong communication and presentation skills among various organizations 

• Ability to work with multiple teams and stakeholder groups (process, technology, HR/organization, etc.) to drive outcomes 
• Experience in working in a matrix organization structure with global stakeholders from different time zones.
• This position requires a high level of strategic analysis, problem solving, financial business acumen and governance background with prior exposure in financial close 
• Prior FP&A or reporting experience supporting cross-functional stakeholders, managing multiple and complex data sources with great attention to detail
• The incumbent must have experience working in a global environment and have a global mentality  
• Expert in Power BI data structure, Power BI Visualizations, Power BI DAX, SQL, Power Query and knowledge of Excel, and PowerPoint

• Working under uncertain circumstances and global/diverse environment

  Top Candidate Will Also Have: 

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Systems, Data Management, or a related field.
• 5-10 years of relevant experience in the Microsoft Power Platform (Power BI, PowerApps and Power Automate)

  Additional Details:  

• Location: Bangalore, India 
• Domestic relocation is available for those who qualify
• Timing: EUR timing with need to provide US coverage as per business close requirements

 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.

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.
Level Working Knowledge:
• Recognizes changing demands and priorities; validates changes with management.
• Obtains information about how current assignments contribute to organizational goals.
• Completes current work according to assigned priorities.
• Responds to day-to-day operational priorities while still making progress on project work.
• Performs at least 2-3 concurrent activities without reducing productivity.

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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