Staff Acct I Legal Entity

From the outset, the Staff Accountant I will be expected to be a contributing performer, performing financial/decision support accounting work that supports business processes. Additionally, this position will:

develop an expanded understanding of Caterpillar s business and accounting practices, systems and procedures

apply accounting knowledge

participate on and lead teams The incumbent will be exposed to a variety of accounting functions and will perform a high level of compilation with a broad range of analysis work.

The Staff Accountant I will review clerical input, advise managed service provider partners, generate reports, and provide related commentary. The Staff Accountant I will review and validate relevant data and data sources, analyse information and provide feedback. Incumbent works on challenging, low to medium risk issues and makes decisions and recommendations as appropriate. Work will be directed by an accounting manager primarily through review of progress and results.

Possible areas of responsibility are varied and of medium complexity, including:

financial accounting including preparation of journal entries, financial statements, variance analysis, and account reconciliation

inter company reconciliation and analysis

review and validation of payment transactions

development and maintenance of internal controls and procedures, including Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) control documentation

The Staff Accountant I will demonstrate knowledge and ability to handle accounting issues independently. They will demonstrate good communication skills and have an expanded knowledge of Caterpillar s businesses, products, suppliers and customers.

Degree in accounting or equivalent with minimum of 6 years of work-related experience.

Must demonstrate initiative, leadership, and good judgment and communication skills.

Analytical, problem solving, and human relations skills also are necessary.

SAP experience is preferred.

Knowledge of ITP Invoice to Pay processes is preferred.

Flexibility to work in US shift is required