Junior Cost Accountant

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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.

Job Purpose
To perform entry to near staff level accounting functions that support business processes and provide experience with Caterpillar accounting practices. JOB RELATED STATISTICS: Indeterminate

JOB DUTIES:
From the outset, incumbent will be expected to be a contributing performer, doing entry to near staff level accounting work that supports business processes. Additionally, this position will:
gain an understanding of Caterpillar’s business and accounting practices, systems and procedures;
learn and develop skills which result from the practical application of basic accounting knowledge, and
provide assistance to a project team or others in the work group.

Accountants will be exposed to a variety of accounting functions and will accomplish a high level of compilation and basic analysis work, reviewing clerical input and generating reports. The accountant identifies relevant data and data sources, gathers and analyzes the information, and provides feedback. Typically, decisions will impact relatively low risk issues and will be reviewed by a supervisor. Work will be directed by a supervisor, but this position does not require close supervision to be effective.

Possible areas of responsibility are varied, including:
financial accounting including preparation of journal entries, account reconciliations, inventory accounting;
internal management accounting including profit center reporting and budgeting;
development and maintenance of internal controls, and
cost accounting, including rate development and basic business analysis.

The variety of accounting tasks ranges from low to medium complexity. Interaction outside the workgroup is typically with peers. As the Accountant gains experience, he/she will develop a technical understanding of more complex accounting issues and expand their decision-making capability.

Accountants will continuously learn through training and experience. Learning at this level will focus on methods, processes and systems applied to accounting, developing communications skills and building knowledge of Caterpillar’s businesses, products, suppliers and customers.

BACKGROUND/EXPERIENCE: Requires a 2-year degree, preferably in accounting. Must demonstrate initiative, leadership, and the ability to communicate effectively.

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Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO).

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