Senior Staff Accountant

Caterpillar•Morton, IL

4d•$126,000 - $189,000•Onsite

About The Position

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. We are seeking a dedicated and analytical professional to lead Enterprise Freight reporting, forecasting, and analysis within Business Resources in the Product Support & Logistics Division (PSLD). This role is pivotal in providing financial analysis and decision support to facilities, business units, and leadership.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting and 6+ years of accounting experience
Accuracy and Attention to Detail: Understanding the necessity and value of accuracy; ability to complete tasks with high levels of precision
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
Decision Making and Critical Thinking: Knowledge of the decision-making process and associated tools and techniques; ability to accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment
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
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.
Accounting: Knowledge of accounting methods, processes, and tools; ability to maintain and prepare financial statements and reports using accounting methods and processes.
Financial Reporting: Knowledge of processes, methods, and tools of financial reporting; ability to create and maintain accurate and thorough financial reports.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with AIMS and/or One Stream
Experience in managing a Global process and collaborating with global process partners
Proven experience in financial analysis and logistics.
Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
Demonstrate strong business acumen, communication, and collaboration skills.
Exhibit intellectual curiosity and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Responsibilities

Lead the reporting, forecasting, and analysis of Enterprise Freight.
Deliver bi-annual intransit table refresh for Revenue Recognition with insights.
Lead the Inbound Seeded Freight Forecast process in Project Oasis.
Develop the Outbound Seeded Freight Forecast process.
Coordinate and communicate Enterprise freight forecast guidance
Collaborate effectively with Procurement, Transportation, and IT within Logistics.
Leverage industry insights when providing financial analysis and decision support to various stakeholders including facilities, business units and leadership.
Collaborate with two freight analysts in Freight COE
Support applicable SOX controls around freight, accruals and revenue recognition.