Job Description

Career Area: Finance: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.Caterpillar Financial Services currently has an opportunity for an experienced Senior Accountant to join the team.Job Summary
Provides timely and accurate financial record keeping and reporting as directed by management with limited supervision.What You HaveMaintaining financial records in accordance with GAAP and organizational standards.Creating reports on financial performance for internal and external use.Performing balance sheet and P&L reconciliations.Creating and utilizing automated tools for the updating, analyzing and reporting of consolidated financial results.Degree Requirement\xe2\x80\x8bRequires a Bachelor\'s degree in Accounting, or successful completion of the Certified Public Accounting (CPA) or Certified Management Accountant (CMA) exam or the international equivalent.Knowledge of U.S. GAAP and FASB regulations and procedures as they related to the particular area of accounting.Knowledge of and ability to use the software packages utilized by Accounting.Top Candidate Will Also Have:
Accuracy and Attention to Detail : Understanding the necessity and value of accuracy; ability to complete tasks with high levels of precision.

• Processes large quantities of detailed information with high levels of accuracy.
• Implements a variety of cross-checking approaches and mechanisms.
• Demonstrates expertise in quality assurance tools, techniques, and standards.

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.

• 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 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.

• 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.

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.

• Recognizes changing demands and priorities; validates changes with management.

• Responds to day-to-day operational priorities while still making progress on project work.
• Obtains information about how current assignments contribute to organizational goals.

Accounting : Knowledge of accounting methods, processes, and tools; ability to maintain and prepare financial statements and reports using accounting methods and processes.

• 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.

• Describes the concepts behind financial analysis and implications of financial data.
• Explains how financial statements are organized and the type of information they provide.
• Identifies major types of financial statements issued by the organization.

Financial Record Keeping : Knowledge of financial record keeping processes, methods, and tools; ability to maintain accurate and thorough records of financial transactions.

• Implements organizational standards for financial record keeping.
• Analyzes and documents errors or inaccuracies in financial records.
• Supplies financial data that is used in reports.

Financial Reporting : Knowledge of processes, methods, and tools of financial reporting; ability to create and maintain accurate and thorough financial reports.

• Follows organizational practices and guidelines for product profitability reporting.
• Analyzes errors or inaccuracies in financial reports.
• Monitors compliance with organizational standards for financial report writing.
• Implements organizational methods and procedures for financial report writing.

How We Support You (Employee Benefits)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 wage, because we value your performance, we offer a total rewards package that provides day one benefits along with the potential of a variable bonus. Additional benefits include paid annual leave, flexi leave, medical and insurance. (prorated based upon hire date).Additional DetailsCaterpillar 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 Singapore which can be found through our employment website at .About CaterpillarCaterpillar 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.If you are interested in joining our team, please apply using an English version of your CV. We look forward to meeting you!#LI-HybridPosting Dates: May 29, 2024 - June 11, 2024Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO).Not ready to apply? Join our .

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