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.

The Caterpillar Enterprise Strategy Division is seeking a Senior Finance Manager to lead the governance and execution of Caterpillar’s Profitability Analysis Toolkit (PAT), as well as provide analysis and insights for a variety of initiatives and ad hoc topics. This work is vital to how we govern and execute the Caterpillar strategy across the enterprise, partnering with segment and business divisions teams. 

In this role, you will lead a team responsible for the PAT toolkit, a suite of tools to support granular, fact-based development of the O&E model which includes the Accountable Reporting Tool (ART), OPACC Analysis Tool (OAT) and Share of Market OPACC (SMO). These three tools build on one another to create granular views of OPACC and relative competitor positioning to help guide strategic business decisions. You will set and execute an insights-driven vision for your team with the opportunity to gain an enterprise perspective while also collaborating with a variety of Caterpillar teams.

What You Will Do:

• Provide forward-thinking leadership to a small team creating insights-driven enhancements to PAT processes and data.
• Understand Caterpillar strategy and direction across multiple business units.
• Partner with organizations across the enterprise in support of strategic initiatives, providing insightful analysis related to PAT data.
• Question status quo through industry insights to support a long-term strategic growth mindset.
• Assist/lead ad hoc projects throughout ESD and Caterpillar business divisions.
• Coach and mentor team members and create a team first, high-performing environment.
• You may be required to travel up to 10%.

What You Will Have:

• Education/Experience: Bachelor’s degree in an Accounting or Finance related discipline
• Effective Communication: Ability to convey information clearly and concisely through written and verbal communications to all levels of the organization.
• 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: Ability to think critically and strategically over various topics to drive business growth.
• Collaboration: Strong interpersonal skills to work and influence effectively with cross-functional teams.

Top Candidates Will Also Have:

• Experience with the O&E framework and methodology
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative and proactively problem-solve
• Intellectual curiosity
• Data Analytics & Visualization Experience

Additional Information

• This position will be located in Peoria, IL
• Domestic relocation assistance is available for those who qualify
• Sponsorship is not available

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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Summary Pay Range:

$156,000.00 - $234,000.00

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar. 

Benefits:

Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits*

• Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)*

• 401(k) savings plans*

• Health Savings Account (HSA)*

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*

• Health Lifestyle Programs*

• Employee Assistance Program*

• Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*

• Career Development*

• Incentive bonus*

• Disability benefits

• Life Insurance

• Parental leave

• Adoption benefits

• Tuition Reimbursement

       

* These benefits also apply to part-time employees

Posting Dates:

March 31, 2025 - April 11, 2025

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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