Accountant

Career Area: Finance 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. Integrated Logistics Services (ILS) has an open Accountant position supporting various Logistics Operations located within the US. These operations manage the warehousing of material for manufacturing plants across Caterpillar's divisions. This Accountant position works closely with Logistics facility managers on results reporting and business insights. What You Will Do: Financial planning and analysis for Logistics Operations facilities (monthly results reporting, quarterly forecasting and annual business planning). Creating and utilizing automated tools for the updating, analyzing and reporting of consolidated financial results. Collaborate with Logistics Operations as the business analyst, to understand their business and provide financial insights. Analyze and understand financial impacts; communicate to cross-functional leadership to enable better decision making for accountable results and projects/business proposals. Be a trusted business partner to Logistics Operations leaders. What You Have: Education/Experience: Accounting or Finance degree Accuracy and Attention to Detail: Understanding the necessity and value of accuracy; ability to complete tasks with high levels of precision Analytical Thinking: Knowledge of techniques and tools that promote effective analysis; ability to determine the root cause of organizational problems and create alternative solutions that resolve these problems 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. 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 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 Accounting: Knowledge of accounting methods, processes, and tools; ability to maintain and prepare financial statements and reports using accounting methods and processes. Financial Analysis: Knowledge of tools and approaches of financial analysis; ability to read, interpret and draw accurate conclusions from financial and numerical material. 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: Previous Business decision support experience Investment analysis Capital managementInventory reporting/analysis Compliance Additional Information: Location: Morton, IL Travel: Potential domestic travel less than 5% Summary Pay Range: $112,710.00 - $169,060.00 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 This position requires working onsite five days a week. Relocation is available for this position. Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. Posting Dates: July 2, 2026 - July 15, 2026 Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr NACBA