Accountant Associate

We are seeking a skilled Accountant Associate to join our team who will have the opportunity to champion our Global Finance Transformation . We are seeking a skilled management reporting analyst to join our team who will have the opportunity to champion our Global Finance Transformation by supporting our Accountable Reporting, Business Partnering and Continuous Improvement efforts. The preference for this role is to be based out of Whitefield Office, Bangalore, India What you will do Job Roles and Responsibilities

• Data gathering, transaction processing and resolving incorrect charges

• Report development & maintenance
• Data & trend analysis of incoming and outgoing charges
• Monthly closing and annual budgeting cycles
• Working with extended teams providing timekeeping, invoicing and accounting support as required
• Developing into a subject matter expert for intercompany systems & reporting and providing guidance as required
• Participating in and/or leading the development and supporting business process improvements as part of the Global Finance Strategy

Process Transition & Improvement:

• Performing the tasks related to the transition of the projects in line with COE scope of work, timelines, business requirements and defined metrics/KPIs
• Participating in knowledge transfer sessions, defining and owning the documentation (instruction manuals and scorecards/trackers)
• Partnering with multiple global stakeholders on day-to-day operations
• Identifying and leveraging on tools and technologies to transform processes
• Driving continuous improvement via simplification, standardization and automation
• Embedding change management best practices

Candidates will preferably have:

• Experience working with intercompany charges
• Proficiency with large databases and advanced reporting tools such as Power query and Power BI
• Ability to quickly learn Caterpillar management reporting methodology and knowledge about products, suppliers, and consumers

What you will have Background/Experience/Skills & Capabilities

• Proven experience in financial reporting, analysis, budgeting, intercompany and month end processes
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to interpret complex financial data, trends and patterns
• Excellent customer service skills working in a global environment with multiple stakeholders to drive outcomes
• Self-starter, works well independently and in a team, with excellent communication skills
• Experience in process transitions and transformations in a virtual environment
• CA or MBA Finance with 2-4 years of progressive experience

Additional Information

• Work timings 2 p.m. to 11p.m. IST
• Work from office
• IC (individual contributor) role

Skills desired: Analytical Thinking : Knowledge of techniques and tools that promote effective analysis; ability to determine the root cause of organizational problems and create alternative solutions that resolve these problems.
Level Basic Understanding:
Names specific tools or techniques that can be used to support the analytical thinking process.
Describes specific software applications or products used for business analytics.
Gives examples of how analytical thinking has been used to resolve problems.
Helps others research and learn more about business analytics tools and applications.

Effective Communications: Understanding of 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.
Level Working Knowledge:
Delivers helpful feedback that focuses on behaviors without offending the recipient.
Listens to feedback without defensiveness and uses it for own communication effectiveness.
Makes oral presentations and writes reports needed for own work.
Avoids technical jargon when inappropriate.
Looks for and considers non-verbal cues from individuals and groups.

Managing Multiple Priorities: Knowledge of effective self-management practices; ability to manage multiple concurrent objectives, projects, groups, or activities, making effective judgments as to prioritizing and time allocation.
Level Basic Understanding:
Explains basic concepts of time and priority management.
Seeks guidance in detecting and addressing priority conflicts.
States own business priorities.
Describes team or unit priorities. 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

Skills: Analytical Thinking, Financial Reporting, Intercompany, Analysis, Budgeting

Experience: 2.00-4.00 Years