Accounting Associate

Posted:
9/27/2024, 2:27:00 AM

Location(s):
Tamil Nadu, India

Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level

Field(s):
Accounting

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 and experienced Accounting Associate join our team who will have the opportunity to champion our Facility Operational Support team.


The preference for this role is to be based out of BCP Thiruvallur, India

What you will do


 

  • Ensure accurate accounting and reporting of capital expenditures, assets, and investments.
  • Coordinate with various departments to assist in raising capital RFI
  • Maintain fixed asset registers, depreciation schedules, and amortization records.
  • Analyze and reconcile capital accounts, identifying discrepancies and resolving issues.
  • Collaborate with auditors during financial statement audits.
  • Develop financial models to forecast investment performance and estimate returns.
  • Evaluate risk factors and assess potential returns on investments.
  • Prepare investment recommendations
  • Analyze financial data to identify areas for cost reduction and process improvements.
  • Monitor and report on expenses, variances, and cost trends.
  • Support to prepare budgets, forecasts,
  • Collaborate with departments to identify cost-saving opportunities.
  • Provide financial guidance to support business decisions.
  • SOX testing conduct risk assessments and audits to identify compliance gaps.
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure compliance with regulations.

What you will have 

  • 4years bachelor’s degree is needed.
  • Qualified Chartered Accountant is required along with 1-2years of post qualification experience.

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.

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.

Posting Dates:

September 27, 2024 - October 3, 2024

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO).

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Caterpillar

Website: https://caterpillar.com/

Headquarter Location: Peoria Heights, Illinois, United States

Employee Count: 10001+

Year Founded: 1925

IPO Status: Public

Last Funding Type: Grant

Industries: Construction ⋅ Machinery Manufacturing ⋅ Manufacturing ⋅ Mechanical Engineering