Manager Accounting

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.

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 Manager Accounting (R2R) to join our GLBL BusSvcs RTR -Global Financial Services Division

The incumbent would perform Record To Report (RTR) activities (Both expert & Supervisory) for Global entities (US, EAME, APAC) as part of Centre of Excellence (COE) team from Bangalore Global Business Services (GBS) Organization. Manages the Record To Report (RTR) function for the Global entities as part of the Centre of Excellence (COE) team from Bangalore GBS Organization.

The preference for this role is to be based out of Bangalore Whitefield office

What You Will Do

Producing accurate and timely financial reports, for internal and external use, in accordance with GAAP and in compliance with section 404 of Sarbanes-Oxley Act.
Ensuring the accounting policies and practices of the organization are followed; working closely with internal auditors, public accountants, federal tax examiners, and other financial professionals ensuring that practices are in line with the overall goals of the organization.
Overseeing and evaluating the activities of the accounting staff, and providing for their professional development; analyzing and solving accounting problems.

What You Will Have

10+years of Experience in total.
6 to 8 years of relevant experience in R2R captive accounting service centres or large corporates with Manufacturing & Service nature of business
Expert in handling multiple ERP's and varied accounting tools
Expert in Data Analytical skills and Interpretation of results
Flexibility to work in EMEA Shift timings
Accounting Certification (CA/CMA) preferred.
Prior exposure to SAP ECC version (Implementation phase) is preferred.
Flexibility to work in EMEA shift timings (01:00PM -10:00PM IST)
Prior exposure to SAP ECC version (Implementation phase) is preferred.
The position requires the candidate to work a 5-a day -week schedule in the office.


Skills Desired:

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 Extensive Experience:

Seeks discrepancies and inconsistencies in available information; explains variances.
Organizes and prioritizes the sequence of steps to be taken to remedy the situation.
Identifies many possible causes for a problem based on prior experience and current research.
Quantifies the costs, benefits, risks and chances for success before recommending a course of action.
Approaches a complex problem by breaking it down into its component parts.
Chooses among a diverse set of analytical tools according to the nature of the situation.

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 People: Knowledge of processes involved in managing people; ability to lead successful teams, and diligently address issues related to performance and conflicts at the workplace.

Level Working Knowledge:

Assesses the amount of time and resources needed to accomplish a task; delegates work accordingly.
Explains how the team's work contributes to the success of the organization; creates a shared vision.
Reviews progress and performance of employees; addresses bottlenecks or concerns impending employee growth.
Uses multiple channels such as meetings, e-mails, newsletters to communicate important messages with the team regularly.
Works with employees to set and define performance standards and career development goals; supports in achieving them.

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

Level Working Knowledge:

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.

Level Working Knowledge:

Interprets major types of financial statements issued by the organization.
Utilizes basic qualitative and quantitative tools and techniques with proficiency.
Works with a specific financial analysis tool set.
Implements valid financial analysis aligned with key criteria.

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

Level Working Knowledge:

Follows organizational practices and guidelines for product profitability reporting.
Analyzes errors or inaccuracies in financial reports.
Uses basic tools to create simple financial reports.
Monitors compliance with organizational standards for financial report writing.
Implements organizational methods and procedures for financial report writing.

What You Will Get:

Work Life Harmony
Earned and medical leave.
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 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

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.