Accountant

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.

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.

We are seeking a skilled Accountant to join our GLBL BusSvcs RTR - Global Finance Services Division The preference for this role is to be based out of Bangalore-Shared Services, Whitefield -KA What you will do To perform Record To Report (RTR) activities (expert) for Global entities (US, UK, APAC)  as part of Centre of Excellence (COE) team from Bangalore Global Business Services (GBS) Organization. Provides timely and accurate financial record keeping and reporting as directed by management. Maintaining financial records in accordance with GAAP and organizational standards. Creating reports on financial performance for internal and external use. Creating and utilizing automated tools for the updating, analysing and reporting of consolidated financial results. What you will have  3-4 years of Accounting Degree or equivalent. Professional Certification from CA/CMA institute/US CPA/CMA preferrable 4-5 years of relevant experience in captive accounting service centres or large corporates with Manufacturing & Service nature of business Preferably extended exposure in handling Fixed Assets Accounting as per US GAAP Basics in handling multiple ERP's and varied accounting tools Basics in Data Analytical skills and Interpretation of results Basics in understanding accounting/business issues Flexibility to work in multiple shift timings (APAC, EAME, US) Additional Information: This position requires candidate to work a 5-day -a -week schedule in the office Should be open to work in shifts.   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