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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. 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 to join Transformation RTR - Global Finance Services Division. The incumbent would an integral part of the Continuous Improvement (CI) Center of Excellence, specifically focused on standardization, optimization and digitalization, the candidate will support the execution of our continuous improvement framework within the Global Business Services scope. The preference for this role is to be based out of Whitefield Office, Bangalore, India What you will do Drive continuous improvement activities including mapping current and future process maps, driving corrective actions, and developing, tracking, and measuring qualitative and quantitative results. Drive a culture of innovation, simplification and continuous improvement through best practice sharing, advocacy, and hands-on leadership. Partner with senior leadership, understand business goals, analyze opportunities, and develop improvement plans for various workflows/systems and technologies. Build roadmaps that support the tactical execution of key continuous improvement initiatives across stakeholder teams. Ensure consistent application of continuous improvement tools, methodologies, and best practices to accelerate improvements at scale. Identifies and engage subject matter experts in support of multi-functional efforts in continuous improvement. What you will have Preferred previous consultancy experience (1-2 years)/overall experience 4-8 years Strong digital acumen and Knowledge of project management methodologies Ability to use sound problem solving skills and tactics when identifying and defining problems, selecting solutions, and reducing performance gaps Ability to work effectively across a matrix environment and navigate without a formal authority to deliver on business results MSc/MBA in a scientific or business discipline Accounting certification or an equivalent combination of related experience Additional Information: This position requires the selected candidate to work Full -Time in the Whitefield Bangalore, Karnataka office. This position requires candidate to work a 5-day -a -week schedule in the office Domestic Relocation is available Skills desired: Accuracy and Attention to Detail: Understanding the necessity and value of accuracy; ability to complete tasks with high levels of precision. Level Extensive Experience: Evaluates and makes contributions to best practices. Processes large quantities of detailed information with high levels of accuracy. Productively balances speed and accuracy. Employs techniques for motivating personnel to meet or exceed accuracy goals. Implements a variety of cross-checking approaches and mechanisms. Demonstrates expertise in quality assurance tools, techniques, and standards. 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 Extensive Experience: Seeks discrepancies and inconsistencies in available information; explains variances. Organizes and prioritizes the sequence of steps to be taken to remedy the situation. Identifies many possible causes for a problem based on prior experience and current research. Quantifies the costs, benefits, risks and chances for success before recommending a course of action. Approaches a complex problem by breaking it down into its component parts. Chooses among a diverse set of analytical tools according to the nature of the situation. Decision Making and Critical Thinking: Knowledge of the decision-making process and associated tools and techniques; ability to accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment. Level Working Knowledge: Applies an assigned technique for critical thinking in a decision-making process. Identifies, obtains, and organizes relevant data and ideas. Participates in documenting data, ideas, players, stakeholders, and processes. Recognizes, clarifies, and prioritizes concerns. Assists in assessing risks, benefits and consideration of alternatives. 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 Extensive Experience: Clarifies and handles multiple concurrent and diverse activities. Shifts focus among several efforts as required by changing priorities. Addresses potential conflicts that impact current delivery commitments. Works with or leads others to re-prioritize work and reschedule commitments as necessary. Responds to shifting priorities while maintaining progress of regularly scheduled work. Demonstrates an expectation that there will be ongoing shifts in demands and priorities. 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 Extensive Experience: Conducts and documents analyses of a variety of financial statements and indicators. Anticipates the potential impact of decisions based on financial data analysis. Oversees financial analysis to evaluate organizational and managerial performance. Evaluates financial statements and ensures regulatory compliance. Advises others on a variety of financial tools, techniques and approaches. Directs others work with financial and cash flow ratios and trend analyses. 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. 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 Posting Dates: June 13, 2025 - June 26, 2025 Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community.
