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 Global Construction and Infrastructure (GCI) Division has an exciting opportunity for an Accountant. As the Sales and Marketing arms for Excavation, Earthmoving and Load & Haul, our division operates all around the globe dealing with customers and dealers in a highly competitive environment. This role will be responsible for providing support to GCI Senior Manager FP&A in the areas of Division Monthly accountable closing preparation, budgeting and forecasting activities, and cost structure analysis. This role will help GCI Business Resources to provide analysis and interpretation of the financial condition of the Division or development of product and services strategy.

What You Will Do:

• Prepare monthly BU accountable closing and internal reporting of the division
• Interact with accounting teams to ensure accountable reporting accuracy and timeliness
• Prepare monthly regional dashboards for GCI departments
• Providing analysis on business results, accounting support to regional GCI teams
• Perform trend analysis to report deviation with forecasts and actual costs
• Assist Senior Accountant coordinating Annual Business Plan and Quarterly Forecast exercises
• Perform cost structure analysis, assist regional VPs and managers in controlling costs
• Pilot GCI cost management tool transformation and improve analytics
• Communicate the forecasts to Machine Business Division partners and monitor progress
• Assist GCI Senior Manager FP&A and Senior accountant to support industry and global marketing teams with financial and business-related issues

What You Have:

• Education/Experience: Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field; 4-6 years of accounting experience
• Strong skills with Microsoft Office applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook) and with data analytics tool (Power BI)
• Strong analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills
• Solid financial analysis and financial reporting skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Effective communication skills to engage stakeholders at all levels
• Experience gathering and analyzing data from diverse sources to drive decisions

What Will Set You Apart:

• Team-oriented with strong initiative and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in data analytics and visualization tools, especially Power BI
• Demonstrated ability to drive efficiencies in recurring processes
• Knowledge of US GAAP, General Accounting, accountable/BU reporting and currency are a plus.

Additional Information:

• Location: Peoria, IL (5 days/week in office)
• Relocation Assistance Offered: Yes
  US Work Authorization Sponsorship Offered: None

Ready to Make an Impact?

Apply today and help us build a better world through smarter financial decisions.

Summary Pay Range:

$110,520.00 - $165,840.00

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:

October 8, 2025 - October 21, 2025

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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