Career Area : Finance

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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.

We are seeking a skilled Accountant (Statutory Audit )to join GLBL BusSvcs Tax-Bangalore -Global Finance Services Division.

The incumbent would manage the financial record keeping, reporting, tax filing and other accounting functions for the organization.

To perform US GAAP and LGAAP Tax accounting functions which require preparation, analysis and communication of tax accounting issues of medium to high complexity entities that support Caterpillar business processes.

Requires understanding of current and deferred tax provisions, coordinate with legal entity team to fairly reflect tax balances for US GAAP and local GAAP (APAC, EMEA, LATAM) audits and support various tax related reporting from corporate and also take active part in automation projects to improve current process and develop dashboard reporting.





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

What you will do

- Financial Reporting
- Preparation of Financial Statements and audit schedules needed for the Legal Entity to comply with regulatory requirements of the Local GAAP and other compliance obligations.
- Analysis of financial results to arrive at meaningful conclusions
- Understand and perform Audit adjustments based on GAAP differences and signficance of the transactions; Reconcilition of local GAAP & US GAAP records
- Support filing of statutory reports with assistance from legal teams
- Project Management
- Lead statutory audits by ensuring timely provision of information ;
- Lead discussions with other functional groups to compile and review all financial information required for Financial Statements and audit validations
- Resolving audit questions and managing discussions independently / with limited support and guide others with respect to preparation and presentation of financials
- Support Other Local Compliances
- The Incumbent will work with Tax groups (both Direct and Indirect) to assist them with specific requests on data / information feed that involve statutory reports to meet with tax compliances (Assessments/ Audits/ Transfer Pricing, etc).
- Advisor to the business on matters concerning local statutory requirements
- Business & Regulatory Acumen




- Strong knowledge of latest regulations that impact statutory reporting
- Establish close connects with business / operations teams and stay on top of business changes.

What you will have

- Qualified Chartered Accountant with 4+ years of experience/ Semi qualified with 10-12 years experience in managing statutory audits
- Experience in accounting in US GAAP & IFRS (or FRS of any country in Asia) is required
- Experience in SAP or other ERP is preferred
- Big 4 experience preferred.
- Knowledge of Compliances relating to Taxes / Secretarial / trade /Currency will be an added advantage but not mandatory
- Solid Communication and inter-personal skills required
- Experience with Stakeholder Management is a plus
- Experience with job transition and leading teams preferred

Other Preferred Skills :

- Knowledge of general accounting practices, Passion for Financial Reporting, Ability to learn and adapt quickly and a strong positive attitude.
- Maintaining stable performance under demanding business needs

Skills desired :

- Accuracy and Attention to Detail**: Understanding the necessity and value of accuracy; ability to complete tasks with high levels of precision.

Level Working Knowledge:

- Accurately gauges the impact and cost of errors, omissions, and oversights.
- Utilizes specific approaches and tools for checking and cross-checking outputs.
- Processes limited amounts of detailed information with good accuracy.
- Learns from mistakes and applies lessons learned.
- Develops and uses checklists to ensure that information goes out error-free.

Analytical Thinking : Knowledge of techniques and tools that promote effective analysis; ability to determine the root cause of organizational problems and create alte

📌 Accountant(Statutory Audit) (Bengaluru)
🏢 Caterpillar
📍 Bengaluru