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 SeniorTax Analyst to join our team who will have the opportunity to champion our US Reporting & Analysis -Bangalore Global Finance Services Division.

 The preference for this role is to be based out of Whitefield Office, Bangalore, India

 What you will do

Job Roles and Responsibilities

• Tax Compliance Management
• Prepares US state income tax modifications, workpapers and complex combined and separate company returns.
• Liaises with technical specialists to ensure appropriate preparation and review on technical or higher risk areas.
• Tax Planning Support and Special Projects
• Analyzes and interprets proposed changes to US tax legislations and regulations with regard to the impact on compliance requirements, requiring in-depth experience, knowledge and judgment. 
• Applies tax research results to optimize enterprise tax effects. 
• Participates on process improvement projects. Audit Support
• Provides analysis for US tax audits and develops responses to inquiries from taxing authorities.
   

Candidates should have below:

• Bachelor’s level degree related to accounting or an approved certification (CPA/CMA).
• 6-8 years of progressively responsible tax or accounting experience at Big 4 public accounting firm and/or large multinational manufacturing organization.

Desired Qualifications:

• Strong tax compliance experience in US state income tax compliance
• Experience with tax processes/systems/software (CorpTax, SAP BPC, Excel)
• Demonstrate high levels of initiative, good judgment, and superior communication skills
• Collaborative and team-oriented personality with the ability to build and foster relationships throughout the organization
   Understanding of accounting and business processes, and enterprise operations

Skills desired:

Tax Management: Knowledge of tax laws, organizational tax practices, obligations; ability to manage organization tax related issues.
Level Working Knowledge:
• Collects and prepares documentation for tax filing or tax defense activities.
• Works with applying tax law to a specific industry or line of business.
• Interprets and explains all locally relevant tax laws.
• Documents government regulations that deal with organizational taxes.
• Follows tax accounting practices and explains the rationale behind these practices.

Tax Operations: Knowledge of tax practices and regulations; ability to prepare and file federal, state and local tax returns.
Level Working Knowledge:
• Documents practices, standards and procedures for maintaining and reporting tax information.
• Interprets and explains key tax-related documents and reports.
• Utilizes basic tools to identify and gather the information necessary for preparing a tax return.
• Participates in maintaining tax-related records for a specific area of the business.
• Resolves common tax-related errors and problems.

Tax Regulations: Knowledge of federal, state and local tax procedures and regulations; ability to adhere to tax
regulations when filing forms as they pertain to a particular business or industry.
Level Working Knowledge:
• Explains the impact of taxation on the organization's bottom line.
• Prepares basic tax forms for filing.
• Assists in analyzing tax liability in at least one area of the business.
• Follows current general tax regulations as they pertain to own industry.
• Clarifies the rationale behind specific tax rates and regulations.

Research Analysis: Knowledge of the concepts, methodologies and methods of research analysis; ability to locate, interpret and evaluate research findings compiled and documented by others.
Level Working Knowledge:
• Researches and evaluates materials that are related to a research topic, under the guidance of a supervisor.
• Reports on validity, relevance and accuracy issues.
• Implements basic research analysis methods and techniques.
• Uses published information to support new research.
• Adheres to an organization's research analysis standards.

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:

August 21, 2024 - August 27, 2024

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO).

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