Accountant

Job title: Accountant

Company: Caterpillar


Job description: Career Area: FinanceJob 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.Our common values and focus on inclusion and respect drive the decisions made by our company, teams, and people. This is why we are committed to hiring and building diverse teams representative of the customers we serve globally. When you join our team, you can apply your unique life and job experiences and work in an environment where your ideas are heard, your contributions are celebrated, and your whole-self matters.Cat Financial is a subsidiary of Caterpillar Inc., 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 more than 40 years, Cat Financial has provided a wide range of financing solutions to customers and Cat® dealers for machines, engines, Solar® gas turbines, genuine Cat® parts and services. Headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, Cat Financial serves customers globally with offices and subsidiaries located throughout North and South America, Asia, Australia, Europe, and Africa. Visit to learn more about Cat Financial.The Role:

• Provides timely and accurate financial record keeping and reporting as directed by management with limited supervision.

What You Will Do:

• Maintaining financial records in accordance with GAAP and organizational standards.
• Creating reports on financial performance for internal and external use.
• Performing balance sheet and P&L reconciliations.
• Creating and utilizing automated tools for the updating, analyzing and reporting of consolidated financial results.
• Preparation of annual statutory accounts to conform to Local UK GAAP accounting standard requirements.
• Coordinates activities for audit reviews performed by the internal and external auditors.
• Prepares and submits relevant tax schedules as required for US TAX / Local Country Tax / VAT

NB. The panel cannot make assumptions when shortlisting therefore please demonstrate your qualifications and experience on your CV relevant to the criteria outlined. Pending the number of applications, the criteria for the position may be enhanced to facilitate shortlisting.What You Can Demonstrate:

• Accuracy and Attention to Detail: Understanding the necessity and value of accuracy; ability to complete tasks with high levels of precision.
• Analytical Thinking: Uses logic and intuition to make inferences about the meaning of the data and arrive at conclusions.
• 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 Record Keeping: Knowledge of financial record keeping processes, methods, and tools; ability to maintain accurate and thorough records of financial transactions.
• Financial Reporting: Knowledge of processes, methods, and tools of financial reporting; ability to create and maintain accurate and thorough financial reports.

Top Candidates Will have:

• possess a recognised accounting qualification such as ACCA, ACA, or CIMA.
• Expertise in managing lease agreements and lease accounting, including the preparation and analysis of financial statements related to leased assets. Proven ability to ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards and regulations.
• Proven ability to build trust, influence and support with complex accounting situations through effective communication. Demonstrated team work mentality in supporting business partners to fostering strong relationships both within and outside the organisation.
• Proven track record in driving continuous improvement initiatives, leveraging analytical skills to identify opportunities for process enhancements. Demonstrated ability to support cross-functional teams in implementing effective solutions, fostering a culture of innovation and efficiency within the organisation.

What will Caterpillar do for you?Job Title: AccountantSalary: £45,066.00 – £58,585.00 (Depending on experience)
Contract: Permanent.
Hours: In office Monday – Friday, full time 37.5 hours.
Benefits:
24 days annual leave increasing with service to 30 days,
10% performance bonus (Paid quarterly)
Green Car Scheme
Share Scheme
Non-contributory Pension Scheme 10%
Private Medical Insurance
Dental and Vision Scheme
Life Insurance
Travel: 0%
Job reference: R0000301733Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, colour, religion or belief, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, military/veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws.Caterpillar is committed to creating a dynamic work environment that values diversity and inclusion, respect and integrity, customer focus, and innovation. For more information, visitFollow us on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, and YouTube.Posting Dates: April 24, 2025 – May 8, 2025Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO).Not ready to apply? Join our .

Expected salary: £45066 – 58585 per year

Location: Solihull, West Midlands

Job date: Tue, 06 May 2025 04:08:51 GMT

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