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.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Accountant within Caterpillar in the Earthmoving Division. In this role, you will Champion our Global Finance Strategy Organization (GFSO) by initially leading the integration of OneStream into our daily FP&A processes for the division and segment. You will also participate in other strategic initiatives.  The position will be at the forefront of change, driving improvements in our financial reporting tools and processes, and solving the challenges of our business with a customer-oriented mindset.

What You Will Do:

• Primary point of contact for CI and Earthmoving on OneStream system training and processes
• Participate in SME training
• Coordinate and perform user-acceptance testing (UAT)
• Attend and engage in finance process improvement workshops for the enterprise
• Lead data mapping, reconciliation and cleansing activities through the multiple phases of Program Oasis
• Coordinate communication across all divisions within the segment to support the implementation of OneStream

What You Have:

• Education: 4-year degree in accounting OR any 4-year degree with an accounting certification (CPA/CMA) ​
• Vision for Change:  See opportunities for change and establish the big picture vision as well as drive thinking and planning towards a long-term strategic goal
• Intellectual Curiosity / Courage:  Initiative to dig into the details and understand the “why” while connecting those details to the bigger picture and challenging the status quo where necessary
• Adaptability:  Easily adjust to changing environments, circumstances and requirements
• Leadership:  Knowledge of leadership practices and processes; ability to use strategies and skills to enlist others in setting, embracing and achieving objectives while having a long-term perspective of the future state of things and how to get there
• Cross-Functional Team Collaboration:  Understanding the importance of diverse perspectives and bringing various organizations throughout the company and finance community together for a common goal
• Effective Communication:  Utilize 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
• Financial Planning & Analysis:  Knowledge of processes, methods, and tools for financial reporting; ability to apply finance knowledge appropriately to diverse situations

Top Candidates Will Also Have:

• Financial Planning & Analysis experience
• OneStream experience

Additional Info:

• The primary location for this position is Peoria, IL
• Domestic relocation assistance is available for those who qualify
• Sponsorship is not available

Posting Dates:

August 20, 2024 - September 3, 2024

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.   

EEO/AA Employer.  All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.

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