Accounting Associate
Caterpillar Inc. (company site, opens in a new tab)7–10 yrsBengaluruOn-siteDirect career pageEst. 14–24 LPA
Posted 2d ago
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Job description
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About This Role
- Manage and apply complex accounting and financial analysis to support manufacturing operations and decision-making.
- Analyze cost variances, inventory metrics, capital expenses, and financial statements to provide actionable insights and support cost reduction programs.
- Drive improvements in reporting, finance processes, and compliance within manufacturing accounting and capital management systems.
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Commerce with CMA/CA (Semi-Qualified), M.Com, or MBA Finance.
- Approximately 7-10 years of relevant experience in accounting with strong knowledge of General Ledger, cost accounting, and manufacturing finance.
- Working knowledge of SAP FI, MM, and CO modules is mandatory.
- Flexibility to work multiple shifts and commit to a 5-day in-office schedule at Bangalore (Whitefield office).
Ideal Candidate Profile
- Experienced in detailed financial analysis, cost accounting, investment analysis, and budget development within manufacturing or similar operational finance contexts.
- Proficient with advanced Excel and familiar with analytics/automation tools like Power BI, Tableau, or Power Apps for reporting and decision support.
- Capable of independently managing responsibilities, prioritizing deliverables, and collaborating with multiple stakeholders across functions and levels.