*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. **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 to 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. **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 **Accountant(Senior Finance Analyst) to** join **COE Accountable** **– Global Finance Services Division .** The preference for this role is to be based out of **Bangalore Office, KA\-India** **What you will do** * **Perform the tasks related to the transition of the Accountable Reporting (ACOE) projects in line with scope of work, timelines, business requirements and defined metrics/KPIs** * **Manage process efficiency by identifying and leveraging on tools \& technologies to run, optimize or transform processes** * **Participate in knowledge transfer sessions, define and own the documentation (process maps, instruction manuals and relevant scorecards/trackers)** * **Partner with multiple global stakeholders on day\-to\-day operations, faster issue resolution, integrating change requests, participating in regular reviews and providing analysis/insights to support business decisions** * **Drive continuous improvement via simplification, standardization and automation** * **Embed change management best practices** * **Become a subject matter expert on Accountable Reporting data, processes, reports and systems of Caterpillar** * **Keep abreast with continuing changes within the landscape of responsibility area and Caterpillar** **What you will have** * Experience working in a global environment with a global mentality * Proven ability to work with multiple stakeholders to drive outcomes * Self\-starter, works well independently and in a team * Excellent communication and presentation skills in a virtual environment * Experience in process transitions and transformations * Any experience in Accountable Reporting, preferable but not limited to cost allocations, month end closing, P\&L analysis/commentary, performance management, intercompany charges etc. * This role requires specific knowledge or the ability to quickly learn Caterpillar’s Accountable Reporting (ACOE) process including methodology, transactions and closing processes * Advanced skills in Excel and making effective PowerPoint presentations * Experience in handling multiple and large data sets. * Data modelling for reporting/analysis and experience in PowerBI is a plus * An estimated 10\+ years of progressively responsible job\-related experience is typically required * Any graduate/postgraduate * **This position requires candidate to work a 5\-day \-a \-week schedule in the office.** * **Shift Timing: 01:00\-10:00PM IST(EMEA Shift)** * **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 Extensive Experience: * Evaluates and makes contributions to best practices. * Processes large quantities of detailed information with high levels of accuracy. * Productively balances speed and accuracy. * Employs techniques for motivating personnel to meet or exceed accuracy goals. * 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. 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. **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. Level Extensive Experience: * Clarifies and handles multiple concurrent and diverse activities. * Shifts focus among several efforts as required by changing priorities. * Addresses potential conflicts that impact current delivery commitments. * Works with or leads others to re\-prioritize work and reschedule commitments as necessary. * Responds to shifting priorities while maintaining progress of regularly scheduled work. * Demonstrates an expectation that there will be ongoing shifts in demands and priorities. **Problem Solving:** Knowledge of approaches, tools, techniques for recognizing, anticipating, and resolving organizational, operational or process problems; ability to apply knowledge of problem solving appropriately to diverse situations. Level Working Knowledge: * Identifies and documents specific problems and resolution alternatives. *…