**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 **Manager Accounting** (R2R) to join our team who will have the opportunity to champion our **GLBL BusSvcs RTR** - **Global Finance Services Division Team.** The incumbent is expected to perform Record To Report activities (Both expert & Supervisory) for Global entities (US, EAME, APAC) as part of Centre of Excellence (COE) team from Bangalore Global Business Services (GBS) Organization. The preference for this role is to be based out of **Bangalore, Whitefield office.** **What you will do:** + Producing accurate and timely financial reports, for internal and external use, in accordance with GAAP and in compliance with section 404 of Sarbanes-Oxley Act. + Ensuring the accounting policies and practices of the organization are followed; working closely with internal auditors, public accountants, federal tax examiners, and other financial professionals ensuring that practices are in line with the overall goals of the organization. + Overseeing and evaluating the activities of the accounting staff, and providing for their professional development + Analyzing and solving accounting problems. **What you will have:** + 9 or 10 years of Accounting Degree or equivalent & Professional Certification from CA/CMA institute. US CPA/CMA Preferred. + 12 to 15 years of relevant experience in captive accounting service centers or large corporates with Manufacturing & Service nature of business + Expert in handling multiple ERP's and varied accounting tools and should have effectively lead system transformation projects. + Expert in Data Analytical skills and Interpretation of results and should have lead complex Data Analytics projects. + Expert and proven track record in solving complex accounting/business issues involving application/interpretation related solutions + Flexibility to work in US Shift timings + Experience including handling Business support/finance related roles is preferred. + Shift Timing **-06:00PM -03:00AM IST (US Shift)** **Skills Desired:** **Planning:** Tactical, Strategic: Knowledge of effective planning techniques and ability to contribute to operational (short term), tactical (1-2 years) and strategic (3-5 years) planning in support of the overall business plan. Level Extensive Experience: • Develops, refines, and communicates tactical plans for own responsibilities. • Provides the right level of detail as input for strategic plan development. • Demonstrates the value and necessity of linking tactical plans to overall strategic plan. • Ensures attention to the detail and dependencies of existing departmental-level plans. • Plans for allocation of resources in line with unit goals, technical and business objectives. • Ensures the planning process is integrated with the overall business plan. **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 Extensive Experience: • Seeks discrepancies and inconsistencies in available information; explains variances. • Organizes and prioritizes the sequence of steps to be taken to remedy the situation. • Identifies many possible causes for a problem based on prior experience and current research. • Quantifies the costs, benefits, risks and chances for success before recommending a course of action. • Approaches a complex problem by breaking it down into its component parts. • Chooses among a diverse set of analytical tools according to the nature of the situation. **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 Extensive Experience: • Reviews others' writing or presentations and provides feedback and coaching. • Adapts documents and presentations for the intended audience. • Demonstrates both empathy and assertiveness when communicating a need or defending a position. • Communicates well downward, upward, and outward. • Employs appropriate methods of persuasion when soliciting agreement. • Maintains focus on the topic at hand. **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: This Job Description is intended as a general guide to the job duties for this position and is intended for the purpose of establishing the specific salary grade. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive summary of all responsibilities, duties and effort required of employees assigned to this job. At the discretion of management, this description may be changed at any time to address the evolving needs of the organization. It is expressly not intended to be a comprehensive list of “essential job functions” as that term is defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act. 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:** October 29, 2024 - November 4, 2024 Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO). Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community (http://flows.beamery.com/caterpillarinc/talcom) .