Skillbridge – Finance Analyst, Finance Leadership Development Program

Overview

Career Area: Finance

Job 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.

A Finance fellow will perform entry-level finance assignments and develop knowledge of Caterpillar’s procedures, philosophy, customers, dealers, organization, and financial practices.

This skillbridge opportunity will remain open for off-cycle and the cohort format. Our Skillbridge opportunities are administered by Hiring Our Heroes.

Job Duties/Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

Our Finance Professionals deliver a wide range of financial management directions and services to a variety of business partners including suppliers, subsidiaries, business units, dealers, and customers.

The Finance Analyst role will allow you opportunities in a variety of finance-related areas which may include:

• Manage multi-currency cash assets and bank accounts

• Manage foreign exchange/commodity risk

• Administer an investment strategy for our multi-billion-dollar retirement fund

• Analyze the financial strength of suppliers

This role will lead and support projects to conclusion by compiling information, analyzing data, recommending and implementing solutions, and providing information and analysis used to make and/or influence business decisions.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or other business-related/technology fields

• Must be able to relocate to the Dallas area for the duration of the fellowship and complete daily work commute

Skills needed for success in role:

• Financial Markets :
  Knowledge of the products, types, competitors, customer base, major issues and regulatory considerations in the financial markets; ability to apply financial market knowledge to various business environments.

• Financial Analysis :
  Knowledge of tools and approaches of financial analysis; ability to read, interpret and draw accurate conclusions from financial and numerical material.

• Planning and Organizing :
  Knowledge of the process of planning and arranging tasks and resources; ability to plan and organize both time and resources to get things completed while structuring and maintaining work in a systematic and highly methodical way.

• Communicating Complex Concepts :
  Knowledge of effective presentation tools and techniques to ensure clear understanding; ability to use summarization and simplification techniques to explain complex technical concepts in simple, clear language appropriate to the audience.

• Problem Solving :
  Knowledge of approaches, tools, techniques for recognizing, anticipating, and resolving organizational, operational or process problems; ability to apply knowledge of problem solving appropriately to diverse situations

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

• Location:
  
  Irving, TX

• Candidates must be willing to relocate if necessary

Summary Pay Range:

$89,210.00 – $

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.

Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.

• 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…