Accountant - NPI

Posted:
9/18/2024, 6:56:29 AM

Location(s):
Texas, United States ⋅ Irving, Texas, United States ⋅ Illinois, United States

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.

    The Opportunity:
    We have an exciting opportunity for an NPI (New Product Introduction) Accountant supporting the ePowertrain Components, Operations, and Supply Chain team within the Electrification and Energy Solutions (E+ES) division.  In this role, you will lead financial analysis and decision support for NPI programs related to power electronics, motors, and electrification programs supporting Energy & Transportation segment customers.  You will work closely with NPI and engineering leaders within E+ES and peers across Energy & Transportation business units.

    What You Will Do:

    • Perform complex investment analysis and advise others (both accountants and nonaccountants)
    • Determine Net Present Value (NPV) & Internal Rate of Return (IRR) for component and system projects
    • NPI support including future cost, should cost, alternative analyses and strategy
    • NPI OPACC determination & analysis
    • Presentation and explanation of results to business resources and product group management
    • Identify and implement process and efficiency improvements

    What You Have:

    • Manage Multiple Priorities:  Knowledge of effective self-management practices; manage multiple concurrent objectives, projects, groups, or activities, making effective judgments as to prioritizing and time allocation.
    • Decision Making:  Knowledge of the decision-making process and associated tools and techniques; capable of accurately analyzing situations and reaching productive decisions based on informed judgment.
    • Effective Communication:  Utilize effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors.
    • Analytical Thinking:  Knowledge of techniques and tools that promote effective analysis; capacity to determine root cause of organizational problems and create alternative solutions to resolve those problems.
    • 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.
    • 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.

    Top Candidates Will Also:

    • Bachelor's Degree in Accounting
    • Background in accounting, cost accounting, and investment analysis

    Additional Details:

    • Location:  Mossville, IL or Dallas, TX
    • This role is a full time, Hybrid position and currently requires 3 days a week in office
    • Domestic relocation assistance is available for those who qualify
    • Sponsorship is not available

    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:

    Please frequently check the email associated with your application, including the junk/spam folder, as this is the primary correspondence method. If you wish to know the status of your application – please use the candidate log-in on our career website as it will reflect any updates to your status.

    #LI - Hybrid

    Posting Dates:

    September 18, 2024 - October 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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    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