Accountant(Financial Analyst)

Job Description

Job Description:

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

Your Impact Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc

When you join Caterpillar, youre 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 dont 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 experiencedAccountant (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 focus on partnering for OneStream implementation, drive value creation, and build strong stakeholder relationships.

We need a creative team player who thrives in a dynamic environment and can work effectively with minimal instructions. Additionally, the candidate will manage various internal projects to drive continuous improvement and operational excellence.

The preference for this role is to be based out ofBangalore, Whitefield office

What you will do

Job Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

OneStream:

- Provide guidance and support in build, enhancement, and support roles related to OneStream
- Adapt to new requirements and challenges in OneStream implementations
- Quickly understand the current implementation architecture and apply prior implementation knowledge to look for opportunities to create value and suggest best practices
- Motivate and drive continuous learning and application of new knowledge
- Foster credibility and trust with stakeholders through effective leadership and support
- Innovative thinking and problem-solving to address challenges and improve processes

Internal Projects:

- Enhance tracking mechanisms and reporting to support decision-making
- Implement process improvements to increase efficiency and effectiveness
- Serve as a subject matter expert on various tools and technologies
- Develop and deliver training programs to equip team members with necessary skills
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive organizational goals
- Standardize and document processes to ensure consistency and compliance
- Analyze data to identify trends and implement improvements
- Support change management initiatives for smooth transitions

What you will have

- Bachelors or master s degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
- Overall 10+ years of experience and proven expertise in managing and implementing EPM solutions. Should have been part of at least 2 end-to-end implementation projects as a functional consultant for any of the EPM tools, preferably OneStream
- Good understanding of OneStream architecture and familiarity with reporting, FP&A, and consolidations modules
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft applications, including SharePoint, Project for Web, Power BI, Forms, Lists, and Power Automate
- Excellent project management and organizational skills
- 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

Additional Information

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

Skills desired:

Accuracy and Attention to Detail: Understanding the necessity and value of accuracy; ability to complete tasks with high levels of precision.

Level Working Knowledge:

Accurately gauges the impact and cost of errors, omissions, and oversights.

Utilizes specific approaches and tools for checking and cross-checking outputs.

Processes limited amounts of detailed information with good accuracy.

Learns from mistakes and applies lessons learned.

Develops and uses checklists to ensure that information goes out error-free.

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 Working Knowledge:

Approaches a situation or problem by defining the problem or issue and determining its significance.

Makes a systematic comparison of two or more alternative solutions.

Uses flow charts, Pareto charts, fish diagrams, etc. to disclose meaningful data patterns.

Identifies the major forces, events and people impacting and impacted by the situation at hand.

Uses logic and intuition to make inferences about the meaning of the data and arrive at conclusions.

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.

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 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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