Accountant (Financial Analyst )

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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.

Job Description

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 and experienced Accountant (Financial Analyst )with strong experience in FP&A to join our team who will have the opportunity to champion our Global Finance Transformation by providing quality analysis from our new Center of Excellence.  This role will primarily support onshore partners by providing reporting and analytics, aimed at delivering actionable insights that drives profitable growth.

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

What you will do:

Job Roles and Responsibilities

Management Reporting, Analysis & Business Partnering :

• Own the forecasting process and be responsible for 5 product lines
• Prepare and communicate timely, accurate and consistent results & identify key drivers providing insights to support decision making
• Perform month end closing tasks related to actuals, allocations and FX calculations
• Responsible for reporting & analysis, including but not limited to, departmental expense reports, headcount, intercompany service charges and other adhoc reports
• Perform variance analysis and profit walks including the commentary
• Variance analysis may include Total Sales (price realisation post discounts, freight price, NPI sales impact, warranty, currency, sales volume) & Profit Margin (sales volume/price/mix, variable & fixed manufacturing costs, SG&A)
• Act as the trusted partner on finance issues
• Resolve issues independently and interact with teams within or outside of discipline addressing complex problems

Process Transition & Improvement:

• Perform the tasks related to the transition of the projects in line with COE scope of work, timelines, business requirements and defined metrics/KPIs
• Participate in knowledge transfer sessions, define and own the documentation (instruction manuals and scorecards/trackers)
• Partner with multiple global stakeholders on day-to-day operations
• Identify and leverage on tools and technologies to transform processes
• Drive continuous improvement via simplification, standardization and automation
• Embed change management best practices

Candidates will have:

• Proven experience in FP&A, reporting, analysis 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
• Exhibits Initiative, curiosity and independence
• Showcased leadership skills, good judgement, and accountability in prior roles
• Experience in process transitions and transformations in a virtual environment
• CA with 10 -12 years of FP&A progressive experience

Additional Information

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

Skills desired:

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.

Accounting : Knowledge of accounting methods, processes, and tools; ability to maintain and prepare financial statements and reports using accounting methods and processes.
Level Working Knowledge:
• Utilizes cost monitoring practices, techniques and considerations.
• Works with financial transactions and related documentation within the organization.
• Participates in accounting practices of classifying and recording financial data.
• Maintains existing charts of accounts.
• Follows regulations for entering and reporting the financial content in major accounting systems. Financial Analysis : Knowledge of tools and approaches of financial analysis; ability to read, interpret and draw accurate conclusions from financial and numerical material.
Level Extensive Experience:
• Conducts and documents analyses of a variety of financial statements and indicators.
• Anticipates the potential impact of decisions based on financial data analysis.
• Oversees financial analysis to evaluate organizational and managerial performance.
• Evaluates financial statements and ensures regulatory compliance.
• Advises others on a variety of financial tools, techniques and approaches.
• Directs others work with financial and cash flow ratios and trend analyses.

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 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.

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Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO).

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