**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. **Description:** Large Power Systems Division (LPSD) provides exciting opportunities for accountants who want to be challenged and are interested in being directly involved with product business decisions. This open position is an Accounting Manager in Drivetrain Consolidations. The role will provide support to the Drivetrain organization, which is a fast-paced, innovative, and growing global organization. The Drivetrain FP&A manager role is a key leadership role providing financial planning and analysis (FP&A) support to the LPSD Drivetrain organization. The incumbent will demonstrate and develop leadership skills, communication, presentation, and financial analysis skills, along with regular interactions with senior leadership within Drivetrain and LPSD. The position will report to the LPSD Consolidations FP&A Manager and will provide direct support to the Drivetrain Business Resource Manager. **What You Will Do:** + Lead 2 direct reports focused on providing insights on LPSD Drivetrain financial results to assist senior management with business decisions. + Lead the Drivetrain component cascade process for actuals and forecast periods. + Lead Drivetrain financial reporting and analysis activities, including supporting component methodology processes and customer support. + Upon request, take part in special projects and ad-hoc reporting. + Champion the use of new technologies and tools for analyzing financial data and driving efficiency improvements to monthly / forecasting processes. **What You Have:** + Education/Experience: This position typically requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, or related field + 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. + 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. + Accounting: Knowledge of accounting methods, processes, and tools; ability to maintain and prepare financial statements and reports using accounting methods and processes. + Financial Reporting: Knowledge of processes, methods, and tools of financial reporting; ability to create and maintain accurate and thorough financial reports. **Top Candidates Will Also Have:** + Demonstrated ability to learn and explain complex accounting methods + Proven record of success and accomplishments in prior positions + Proficiency with advanced reporting tools such as Axiom and Power BI **Additional Info:** + The primary location for this position is East Peoria, IL This position is currently a hybrid in-office work model, requiring 3-day weekly office presence onsite at our East Peoria office and remote work for the remaining days. However, work arrangements may be adjusted at any time based on business needs. + Domestic relocation assistance is available for those who qualify + Sponsorship is not available **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. **Final details:** Please frequently check the email associated with your application, including the junk/spam folder, as this is the primary correspondence method. If you wish to know the status of your application – please use the candidate log-in on our career website as it will reflect any updates to your status. \#LI **Summary Pay Range:** $126,000.00 - $189,000.00 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:** March 27, 2025 - April 10, 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. Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community (http://flows.beamery.com/caterpillarinc/talcom) .