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.

The Large Power Systems Division (LPSD) designs, tests and manufactures large diesel and natural gas engines that not only power Caterpillar machines but also power many other applications including Marine, Petroleum, Industrial Applications, Electric Generators, and Locomotives.

LPSD is seeking a Senior Manager Financial Planning and Analysis located in Lafayette, IN or Mossville, IL. In this role you will have the opportunity to lead a team providing financial partnership and strategic insights for the LPSD Large Engine Product Managers. This includes business proposal and NPI support, Enterprise Reporting analysis, Capital Budgeting/Forecasting, Supplier Capacity Agreements, partnering with the GFSD Analytics COE, and ad hoc strategic analysis as needed to solve complex challenges. This is a great opportunity to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment where your insights can help drive profitable growth for the LPSD Large Engine business.

What you will do:

• Managing all aspects of financial support and execution in partnership the VP
• Coordinate across functional teams to develop a comprehensive understanding of the business and be able to translate key messages and insights to senior stakeholders.
• Participate in strategy development and decision making to optimize future outcomes
• Present and be active in discussion with senior leaders of the division
• Provide business analysis support by establishing target costs, cost monitoring, value chain analysis, investment analysis, sourcing analysis, product costing and supporting worldwide new product introduction projects for LPSD products.
• Effectively lead, influence, and interact with a global and diverse team. Focused on talent development, succession planning, performance management, and target setting.
• Support Caterpillar Global Finance Strategy through transformation of our processes and automation to help generate business insights.

What Skills you will have:

• Business Acumen: Knowledge of business concepts, tools, and processes that are needed for making sound decisions in the context of the company's business; ability to apply this knowledge appropriately to diverse situations. Explains the organization's business model and competitive position in the marketplace.
• 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. Makes sound business decisions on behalf of the group when faced with complex and contradictory alternatives.
• Strategic Thinking: Knowledge of the importance of "big picture" thinking and planning; ability to apply organizational acumen and competitiveness to identify and maintain focus on key success factors for the organization.
• Financial Analysis: Knowledge of tools and approaches of financial analysis; ability to read, interpret and draw accurate conclusions from financial and numerical material. Adapts financial analysis methods to support organizational goals.
• 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.

Top Candidates Will Also Have:

• Bachelor's degree in an Accounting or Finance related discipline
• Progressive Accounting or Finance experience, including cost accounting and investment analysis
• Ability to operate as a true business partner, including building strong relationships and partnering across functions to help drive the business
• Superior communication and influencing skills

Additional Info:

• The primary location for this position is Lafayette, IN or Mossville, IL
• Domestic relocation assistance is available for those who qualify
• Sponsorship is not available
• Domestic travel up to 20%

What You Will Get:

• Our goal at Caterpillar is for you to have a rewarding career. Our teams are critical to the success of our customers who build a better world.
• Here you earn more than just a salary because we value your performance. We offer a total rewards package that provides benefits on day one (medical, dental, vision, RX, and 401K) along with the potential of an annual bonus. Additional benefits include paid vacation days and paid holidays.
• All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.

About Caterpillar

Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.

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Summary Pay Range:

$169,320.00 - $253,920.00

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

Relocation is available for this position.Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as, H, L, TN, F, J, E, O. 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.

Posting Dates:

April 18, 2025 - May 1, 2025

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.

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