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
Accountant _ Reporting Analyst (Power BI) to join our team who will have the opportunity to champion our Global Finance services Division. The Reporting Analyst (Power BI) will have the opportunity to develop and support the Power BI system solution functionality of one or more applications or businesses to support our Accountable Reporting transition to an Operations Center of Excellence. This role will partner with Strategy & Execution Business Manager and Senior Staff Accountant to design and develop key data visualizations for Global Business Services (GBS). In addition to ensuring a successful reporting standardization and transition, the role offers opportunity to identify and lead onboarding future processes. This position will work closely with business units across the enterprise, our GBS organization, and the Global Finance Strategy team to ensure alignment of processes for Caterpillar.
The preference for this role is to be based out of
Whitefield Office, Bangalore, India
What You Will Do
- Creating reports on financial performance for internal use as per the set corporate guidelines and standard framework
- Supporting monthly closing timelines, with data validations, new reports and partnering with Corporate consolidations group.
- Validate solution design, including prototyping and configuration for an application or process
- Validate process documentation for the application or process
- Participate in test script creation for new content releases or deployments for an application or process
- Establish business rules for the use of an application or process
- Establish security data classifications for the application or process
- Business escalation point for any conflicts or concerns with the application or process
- Represent the application or process with other areas of the business who use or integrate with this part of the business
- Seek input from relevant areas of the business that should have inputs to this application or process
- Understanding, evaluating and reacting to routine problems or situations with external contacts is also part of this assignment
- Interaction within the framework of existing business policies and practices and/or established business relationships
- Problems and issues usually involve careful interpretation, analysis or diagnosis
- Identify the nature of a complex or undefined problem and then develop the best solution or application from numerous alternatives
- Develop well-prepared action plans for the current year and has a clear sense of what needs to be achieved in the year to come. Ad hoc support as needed
What You Will Have
- Strong communication and presentation skills among various organizations
- Ability to work with multiple teams and stakeholder groups (process, technology, HR/organization, etc.) to drive outcomes
- Experience in working in a matrix organization structure with global stakeholders from different time zones.
- This position requires a high level of strategic analysis, problem solving, financial business acumen and governance background with prior exposure in financial close
- Prior FP&A or reporting experience supporting cross-functional stakeholders, managing multiple and complex data sources with great attention to detail
- The incumbent must have experience working in a global environment and have a global mentality
- Expert in Power BI data structure, Power BI Visualizations, Power BI DAX, SQL, Power Query and knowledge of Excel, and PowerPoint
- Working under uncertain circumstances and global/diverse environment
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Management, or a related field.
- 5-10 years of relevant experience in the Microsoft Power Platform (Power BI, PowerApps and Power Automate)
- 5-10% travel is expected
- Timing: EUR timing with need to provide US coverage as per business close requirements
Skills Desired
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.
- Implements valid financial analysis aligned with key criteria.
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.
What You Will Get
- Work Life Harmony
- Earned and medical leave.
- Flexible work arrangements
- 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.
Posting Dates
May 20, 2024 - May 26, 2024
Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO).
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