Accounting Associate Caterpillar

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Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you’rejoining 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’tjust 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.

Job Description

Your Impact 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.

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled Accounting Associate to join our team who will have the opportunity to champion our GLBL BusSvcs Tax -Bangalore Global Finance Services Division .

The preference for this role is to be based out of Whitefield Office, Bangalore, India

What you will do

Job Roles and Responsibilities

• The resource shall support for the Indirect tax returns to be filed for the global entities handled by GBS Tax Ops team by preparing the necessary return workings through extracting the data from various system and validating the data extracted.
• To independently perform varied complex tasks related to EMEA VAT including in depth knowledge on transactional processing, setting right VAT process for each of the activities, reviewing the Input Tax Credit, review of accounts postings, payment of taxes, preparation and review of monthly returns, E-Filing of various returns including monthly, quarterly and annual returns.
• The resource shall coordinate with regional teams and external consultants for finalising the Indirect tax returns by providing relevant explanation and documents for the queries raised.
• The resource shall take care of tax accounting for the indirect tax amounts and prepare monthly reconciliation and submit such reconciliation in the designated portal of the company.
• The resource shall also work for investigating the open items in the IDT GLs and work with relevant teams for solving the same.Candidates should have below:
• Self-starter – Able to quickly learn and perform day to activities independently. Should quickly step up to handle more complex activities with minimal supervisor support
• Process Driven – Should follow process and invest sufficient time in documentation of the process with focus on attention to details.
• Monthly Book closure -Handle US GAAP Legal entity closings related to indirect tax accounts for the legal entities handled from Bangalore. Responsible for fairly reflecting indirect tax accounts in the ledger.
• Overseeing and evaluating the activities of the accounting staff, and providing for their professional development analyzing and solving accounting problems.
• Monthly Reconciliations – Preparation of indirect tax related reconciliations with high complexity related to balance sheet accounts and manage turnover reconciliations to for tax authorities requirements.
• Audit support – Statutory audit support including preparation of VAT schedules and handle all indirect tax related questions from audit team and coordinate with legal entity managers for various tax issues
• Process improvement projects -Participate and lead process improvement projects to improve existing process. Use principles of lean, six sigma and built in process in accounting and reporting processes. Takes active part in process automation and providing dashboard reporting using data analytics and other tools.
• Tax filing – Coordinates with external consultants and Global Tax teams to support tax return of various legal entities handled at Bangalore. Also coordinate with Global tax team in providing information for tax audits and tax assessments.

What you will have

Background/Experience/Skills & Capabilities

• CA/CPA with 1-2 years post qualification experience or graduate with 5 + years of relevant indirect tax experience.
• Big 4 experience preferred. Good communication skills and willingness to work beyond the job profile for maximum visibility in the ever-growing organization.

Skills desired:

• 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 People : Knowledge of processes involved in managing people ability to lead successful teams, and diligently address issues related to performance and conflicts at the workplace.

What you will get:

• Work Life Harmony
• Earned and medical leave.
• Flexible work arrangements
• Relocation assistance

Holistic Development

• Personal and professional development through Caterpillar s employee resource groups across the globe
• Career developments opportunities with global prospects

Health and Wellness

• Medical coverage -Medical, life and personal accident coverage
• Employee mental wellness assistance program

Financial Wellness

• Employee investment plan
• Pay for performance -Annual incentive Bonus plan.

Additional Information:

Caterpillar is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status however, as a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S. which can be found through our employment website at

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO )

EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals, including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities – are encouraged to apply.

Posting Dates:

August 12, 2024 – August 18, 2024Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO).

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