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.

As a Senior Finance Manager in Corporate Services, you will lead the finance team that supports the Indirect Procurement and Global Facilities organizations. You will have an opportunity to gain broad perspectives of Caterpillar, while interacting with diverse senior leaders regarding the financial planning and analysis of these organizations. This role will encourage you to demonstrate and develop your leadership skills, utilizing excellent communication, presentation and business partnership. In addition, you will have the opportunity to develop tools in a fast-paced and innovative global organization. This position will also be involved in reshaping the future of the Corporate Services organization by enhancing digital capabilities to provide deeper strategic business insights, connected to the Global Finance Services Organization Strategy.

This exciting role is part of the Corporate FP&A and Services Group and is based in Peoria, IL. Join us!

What You Will Do:

• Do work that has a true business impact! Provide direct support to the Indirect Procurement and Global Facilities teams, building strong partnership and helping improve results. Reshape the future of Global Finance Services Organization by lead efforts aligned to our strategy.
• Collaborate and Grow your Network! Lead and develop a high-performing team and interact with a variety of groups at Caterpillar, including finance, accounting, communications and business divisions.
• Grow your leadership skill set! Prepare business plans, results analysis and have a seat at the table supporting Indirect Procurement and Global Facilities.

What You Have: 

• Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field. 8+ years in accounting/finance/business roles with increasing responsibility.
• Business Acumen: Knowledge of business concepts, tools, and processes that are needed for making sound decisions in the context of the company's business; ability to apply this knowledge appropriately to diverse situations.
• Strategic Thinking: Knowledge of the importance of "big picture" thinking and planning; ability to apply organizational acumen and competitiveness to identify and maintain focus on key success factors for the organization.
• 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.
• Finance and Accounting: Knowledge of finance and accounting practices, financial analysis, and reporting; ability to apply finance knowledge appropriately to diverse situations.

Top Candidates Will Also Have:

• Excellent business acumen and intellectual curiosity.
• Exceptional communications skills with a passion for asking questions, independently solving problems and driving improvements.
• Proven positive results in customer service and business partnering.
• Desire to develop and grow your career within a Fortune 100 company.
• CPA, CMA or any accounting & finance related certification.

 
Additional Info: 

• The location for this position is Peoria, IL
• This role is a full time and currently requires 3 days a week in office
• Domestic relocation assistance is available for those who qualify
• Sponsorship is not available
• International and Domestic travel up to 10%

What You Will Get:

• Our goal at Caterpillar is for you to have a rewarding career. Our teams are critical to the success of our customers who build a better world.
• Here you earn more than just a salary because we value your performance.  We offer a total rewards package that provides benefits on day one (medical, dental, vision, RX, and 401K) along with the potential of an annual bonus. Additional benefits include paid vacation days and paid holidays.
• All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.

About Caterpillar -

Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.

Final details:

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Posting Dates:

October 7, 2024 - October 18, 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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