Senior Accounting Analyst

Career Area:AccountingJob Description:How Your Work Shapes the World ​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. ​Description:Cat Digital is looking for a highly motivated and analytically driven Senior Accounting Analyst ( internally known as Staff Accountant II) to independently perform staff level accounting functions that deal with accounting issues of normal complexity that support business processes and provide further experience with Caterpillar accounting practices. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies and collaborate with top professionals working on a very high impact and visible products.Job duties include but are not limited to the following:The Senior Accounting Analyst will provide technical expertise and will perform more complex accounting work that supports business processes. Additionally, this position will:

have a comprehensive understanding of Caterpillar’s business and accounting practices, systems and procedures

apply accounting knowledge and provide guidance on accounting issues

participate on and lead teams

Incumbents are exposed to a variety of accounting functions and accomplish a high level of complex and/or technical analysis, review various outputs for reasonableness and advise other accountants. Incumbent works on challenging, medium to high risk issues and makes business decisions and recommendations as appropriate. Work is supported by a supervisor primarily through review of results.Possible areas of responsibility are varied, including:

internal management accounting, including profit center, service center, distribution services, strategic business, integrated manufacturing, and component business unit reporting

coordination of purchased services, transfer prices, and accountable target costs

estimating various forecast and budget scenarios as needed based on changing business conditions

financial accounting including consolidation, analysis and communication of division or multiple business units’ results / explanations

presentation and explanation of results to management

communication of results to corporate offices

Accounting tasks are of high complexity such as system support and development, and business unit consolidations. Advises and provides guidance to multiple functional areas and levels of authority. The Senior Accounting Analyst is capable of handling complex accounting issues such as methodology changes, reorganization and accounting standards.Incumbents will demonstrate knowledge and ability to independently handle accounting issues. They will demonstrate very good communication skills and have a comprehensive knowledge of their business unit products, suppliers and customers and accounting processes.Basic Requirements:

4-year degree, preferably in accounting, finance or business-related degree

2+ years of accounting experience

Top Candidate Will Also Have:

Must have proven record of strong initiative, leadership, accountability and effective communication skills.

Additional Details:

Location: Peoria, IL; Chicago, IL

Domestic relocation is available for those who qualify

BenefitsAnnual incentive bonus planMedical, dental, and vision coveragePaid time off plan (Vacation, Holiday, Volunteer, Etc.)401k savings planHealth savings account (HSA)Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)Disability benefitsLife InsuranceParental leaveHealthy Lifestyle ProgramsEmployee Assistance ProgramsVoluntary Benefits and Employee DiscountsTuition ReimbursementCareer DevelopmentSubject to annual eligibility and incentive plan guidelines .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.Final DetailsPlease frequently check the email associated with your application, including the junk/spam folder, as this is the primary correspondence method. If you wish to know the status of your application – please use the candidate log-in on our career website as it will reflect any updates to your status.Caterpillar 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 the U.S. which can be found through our employment website at www.caterpillar.com/careers .#LIRelocation is available for this position.EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.There’s more to work at Caterpillar than just the work itself. We hire smart, friendly people and it shows in our culture. We hold ourselves to high standards and make sure our values of integrity, excellence, teamwork, commitment and sustainability come to life in the way we work. We make sure our employees feel continuously challenged while also supported. We provide professional growth opportunities, including leadership programs. We celebrate the diversity of our team, while also working together as one Caterpillar.Our culture, like everything at our company, is made possible by each employee’s contribution. Person by person, we create the environment we work in, and we are proud of the Caterpillar we’ve built.