Senior Accountant

Caterpillar Inc.

Senior Accountant at Caterpillar Inc. leading OneStream implementation and transforming enterprise finance processes.

Posted 5/15/2026full-timeIrving • Illinois, Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $128,470 - $192,710 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Collaborate with a solution‑oriented, quick‑thinking, and strategic team to design and execute enterprise‑level forecasting models.
Build deep OneStream expertise with a specific focus on cascade methodology and the Allocations Management tool.
Lead and contribute to design and solutioning efforts, ensuring cascade and accountable reporting needs are fully considered.
Act as a liaison between business teams, Strategy, and IT functions during system design, redesign, and enhancement activities.
Ensure forecast and cascade designs align with accounting, reporting, and Corporate requirements.
Support the Autonomous Analysis journey by aiding teams during parallel cycles, implementation activities, and continuous improvement phases.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting
Extensive experience in enterprise finance, accounting, and forecasting environments
Demonstrated ownership of complex, cross‑functional initiatives
OneStream experience and knowledge of Caterpillar accountable methodology are preferred
Understanding the value of precision and the ability to complete work with a high level of accuracy in complex, data‑driven environments
Strong business acumen with advanced problem‑solving capabilities and the ability to interpret, synthesize, and apply insights across finance processes
Proven ability to analyze situations, evaluate options, and make informed decisions using sound judgment in dynamic environments
Ability to clearly and effectively communicate complex ideas and requirements across diverse stakeholder groups
Demonstrated capability to manage multiple concurrent priorities, balancing competing demands while meeting deadlines
Solid knowledge of financial reporting, forecasting, and enterprise finance processes within a complex, global organization.

Benefits

Comp & perks

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

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Hard Skills & Tools

forecasting modelsOneStreamcascade methodologyAllocations Management toolfinancial reportingenterprise financeaccountingdata analysisproblem-solvingdecision-making

Soft Skills

collaborationstrategic thinkingcommunicationownershipbusiness acumenaccuracytime managementadaptabilitystakeholder engagementmulti-tasking

Certifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting