Senior Manager - Accounting

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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. About Cat Financial 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 cat.com to learn more about Cat Financial. Role Definition Manages the financial record keeping, reporting, tax filing and other accounting functions for the organization. Responsibilities Producing accurate and timely financial reports, for internal and external use, in accordance with GAAP and in compliance with section 404 of Sarbanes-Oxley Act.

Preparing or leading preparation of reports which summarize and forecast business activity and financial position in areas of income, expenses, and earnings, based on past, present and expected operations. Ensuring the accounting policies and practices of the organization are followed; working closely with internal auditors, public accountants, federal tax examiners, and other financial professionals ensuring that practices are in line with the overall goals of the organization.

Overseeing and evaluating the activities of the accounting staff, and providing for their professional development; analyzing and solving accounting problems. Skill Required: Planning: Tactical, Strategic: Knowledge of effective planning techniques and ability to contribute to operational (short term), tactical (1-2 years) and strategic (3-5 years) planning in support of the overall business plan.

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.

Judgment and Decision Making: Knowledge of the decision-making process; ability to carefully evaluate the impact of emerging business situations and choose the best path forward communicating actions and activities that maximize organizational performance.

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. 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 Reporting: Knowledge of processes, methods, and tools of financial reporting; ability to create and maintain accurate and thorough financial reports.

Top Candidates Will Bring: Strategic Program Leadership – Demonstrated ability to support and influence global business strategies by partnering with leadership teams, driving key initiatives, and ensuring operational execution aligns with broader organizational objectives.

Global Expansion & Business Transformation – Experience leading or supporting the expansion of financial programs across international markets, navigating varying business requirements while establishing scalable processes, controls, and operational frameworks.

Cross-Functional Stakeholder Management – Proven ability to build strong relationships and influence stakeholders across finance, operations, technology, and commercial teams to deliver customer-focused solutions and achieve business goals.

Program Implementation & Change Leadership – Skilled in leading complex program, process, and system implementation initiatives, ensuring successful adoption, effective governance, and alignment with business requirements. Financial Governance & Operational Oversight – Brings strong financial and accounting acumen with experience overseeing critical operational processes, ensuring accurate financial reporting, compliance, and sustainable program performance.

Global Process Design & Standardization – Ability to develop, document, and implement consistent accounting and operational requirements across multiple regions, creating scalable solutions that support growth and operational excellence. Training & Capability Development – Experienced in translating complex business and accounting requirements into clear guidance, enabling both internal teams and external partners to successfully adopt new processes and programs.

Customer-Centric Business Acumen – Combines strong commercial awareness with a customer-focused mindset, balancing business objectives, stakeholder needs, and operational effectiveness to deliver value for customers, dealers, and the organization.

Continuous Improvement & Innovation – Leverages data, technology, automation, and emerging AI capabilities to enhance reporting, streamline operations, improve decision-making, and drive long-term business improvements. Compensation & Benefits: Summary Pay Range: $151,440.00 - $242,304.00 Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience.

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