Accountant
Caterpillar • Houston, Texas • Full Time • $97,530–$146,290 / year
Posted on Fri, Nov 6, 2026
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. As an Accountant supporting Caterpillar Oil & Gas business resources, you will serve as a trusted financial partner to both the finance and commercial organization. You will provide support across multiple product lines, including transaction flow design and execution, contract interpretation, billing, revenue recognition, and accounting treatment. You will apply strong analytical thinking and sound judgment to resolve complex commercial transactions, maintain financial accuracy and compliance, and provide timely, actionable financial support that enables successful customer execution and business growth. What You Will Do: Maintaining financial records in accordance with GAAP and organizational standards. Creating reports on financial performance for internal and external use. Creating and utilizing automated tools for the updating, analyzing and reporting of consolidated financial results. What You Have : Education/Experience: Degree or equivalent experience desired Accuracy and Attention to Detail (Extensive Experience): Understanding the necessity and value of accuracy; ability to complete tasks with high levels of precision. Analytical Thinking (Working Knowledge): 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 (Working Knowledge): 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. Managing Multiple Priorities (Extensive Experience): Knowledge of effective self-management practices; ability to manage multiple concurrent objectives, projects, groups, or activities, making effective judgments as to prioritizing and time allocation. Problem Solving (Working Knowledge): 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. Accounting (Working Knowledge): Knowledge of accounting methods, processes, and tools; ability to maintain and prepare financial statements and reports using accounting methods and processes. Financial Analysis (Working Knowledge): Knowledge of tools and approaches of financial analysis; ability to read, interpret and draw accurate conclusions from financial and numerical material. Financial Reporting (Working Knowledge): Knowledge of processes, methods, and tools of financial reporting; ability to create and maintain accurate and thorough financial reports. What Will Set You Apart: Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including experience with pivot tables, complex formulas, data analysis, and automation of recurring financial reporting. Experience improving or automating accounting and reporting processes to increase efficiency, accuracy, and consistency. Experience working across finance and business teams, with the ability to translate financial information into clear, actionable insights for non-finance partners. Summary Pay Range: $97,530.00 - $146,290.00 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. Benefits: 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 Reimbursement * These benefits also apply to part-time employees This position requires working onsite five days a week. Relocation is available for this position. Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. Posting Dates: November 6, 2026 - November 19, 2026 Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen. Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply. Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community .
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- Advertised pay for Staff Accountant in Greater Houston: a median of $72,650 across 94 priced postings. This posting advertises $97,530 to $146,290, 68% above that median. Explore the market
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