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.
We’re looking for an Accountant to join our team supporting Research and Engineering as part of our Large Power Systems Division (LPSD) at Caterpillar.
As the R&E Accountant, you will be responsible for providing month-end support, analysis of results and back-up support for COE during ABP cycle. This position will also provide support for our engineering teams, maintain our local R&E reporting tool and enhance our Power BI reporting.
What You Will Do:
- Provide R&E support to engineering teams with regards to results, forecasting and tool support.
- Assist with R&E tool maintenance, enhancements and reporting.
- Provide insights into financial R&E results on a monthly, quarterly and annual basis.
- Support monthly R&E rolling forecasts.
- Implement new reporting and analytics to continuously improve business partnering as well as accurate reporting.
- Complete and assist with ad hoc reporting and analysis requests, including tax surveys.
- Assist with annual PAC2 Freezes, Grief and Job Set Up as back up to COE during ABP Cycle
What You Have:
- Education/Experience: Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance
- Accuracy and Attention to Detail: Understanding the necessity and value of accuracy; ability to complete tasks with high levels of precision.
- Financial Analysis: Knowledge of tools and approaches of financial analysis; ability to read, interpret and draw accurate conclusions from financial and numerical material.
- 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.
- Financial Reporting: Knowledge of processes, methods, and tools of financial reporting; ability to create and maintain accurate and thorough financial reports.
What Will Set You Apart:
- Demonstrates initiative, good judgment and accountability
- Strong communications skills with a passion for asking questions and suggesting improvements
- Strong analytical skills to perform detailed financial analysis
- Experience in creating Power BI dashboards
- Experience or familiarity with Axiom
Additional Info:
- Location: Mossville, IL
- This role requires 5 days a week in office
- Domestic relocation assistance is available for those who qualify
- Sponsorship is not available
Summary Pay Range:
$89,210.00 - $133,810.00
Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.
Benefits:
Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.
Medical, dental, and vision benefits*
Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)*
401(k) savings plans*
Health Savings Account (HSA)*
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*
Health Lifestyle Programs*
Employee Assistance Program*
Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*
Career Development*
Incentive bonus*
Disability benefits
Life Insurance
Parental leave
Adoption benefits
Tuition Reimbursement
* These benefits also apply to part-time employees
Posting Dates:
April 6, 2026 - April 9, 2026
Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.
Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.
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