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: As the Corporate Senior Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Analyst, your work will provide valuable insights to our Senior Leaders that will directly impact Caterpillar's business, strategy and growth. This individual's primary responsibility will be to prepare timely and accurate monthly and quarterly reporting that details Caterpillar financial performance, mainly over period costs (period manufacturing and SG&A/R&D costs) and certain elements of employee compensation. Additional responsibilities include partnering across the enterprise to support key projects related to business unit methodology and Global Finance strategy initiatives, including implementation of a new enterprise financial reporting and ERP system. This is a unique opportunity to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment where your work will be highly visible at all levels of the company.
What You Will Do:
Prepare key quarter-end charts and support review of all externally communicated financial reports
Maintaining financial records in accordance with GAAP and organizational standards
Creating and utilizing automated tools for the updating, analyzing and reporting of consolidated financial results, including PowerBI
Drive improvements and efficiencies in financial analysis and reporting processes
Collaborate across a variety of groups at Caterpillar, including finance, accounting, commercial and business divisions
Lead monthly enterprise period cost analysis, support discussions with senior leaders on business results and demonstrate decision-making skills and ownership of results
What You Have:
Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree within Accounting, Finance, or related field or equivalent experience
Accuracy and Attention to Detail: Understanding the necessity and value of accuracy; ability to complete tasks with high levels of precision
Financial Analysis: Knowledge of tools and approaches of financial analysis; ability to read, interpret and draw accurate conclusions from financial and numerical material
Decision Making and Critical Thinking: Knowledge of the decision-making process and associated tools and techniques; ability to accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment
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
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
Additional Info:
This position will be located in our Irving, TX office
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
Domestic travel up to 5%
What You Will Get:
Our goal at Caterpillar is for you to have a rewarding career. Our teams are critical to the success of our customers who build a better world.
Here you earn more than just a salary because we value your performance. We offer a total rewards package that provides benefits on day one (medical, dental, vision, RX, and 401K) along with the potential of an annual bonus. Additional benefits include paid vacation days and paid holidays.
All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.
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.
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Posting Dates: September 10, 2024 - September 24, 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.
