Assist in month, quarter and year-end financial close with primary responsibility for certain key closing tasks, back up responsibility for other closing tasks related to consolidated financial reporting; • Support software system for consolidated financial reporting; • Maintain work instructions; • Preparation and entry of a variety of journal entries; • Assist with preparation and analysis of financial statements and supporting reports; • Perform balance sheet reconciliations including timely follow-up and clearing of reconciling items; • Responsible for several SEC reporting requests required by Caterpillar corporate accounting; • Responsible for several tax information requests required by Caterpillar tax department; • Assist in preparation of supporting schedules required for quarterly and annual audits; • Support the identification and implementation of process improvements; • Solve problems and develop new methods of analysis; • Prepare ad hoc reports and analyses as requested; • Participate in and/or lead special projects as needed; • Assure compliance with U.S. GAAP and SOX controls; • Assist in other financial areas as necessary. • Understanding of basic accounting procedures and knowledge of US GAAP; • Ability and desire to work in a collaborative, teamwork environment; • Proficient in Microsoft Office software (Excel, Word, PowerPoint; • Two - four years of experience preferred in accounting or finance; • Recommended graduate degree and/or professional certification; • Strong analytical, written, and oral communication skills; • Demonstrated strong organization and time management skills, able to consistently meet deadlines.