Associate Accountant

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.

Important note: This is a temporary role with contract end date set on 30th September 2027. Your CV should be submitted in English language. CV submitted in other language might not be considered for this opportunity.

About Caterpillar Financial Products Division (FPD):

We help our customers, dealers and Caterpillar succeed through financial services solutions. We are the financial arm of Caterpillar Inc. headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, with offices and subsidiaries located throughout North and South America, Asia, Africa, Australia and Europe.

Role Definition:

Performs various clerical and routine accounting tasks in support of an operating unit.

What You Will Do:

• Posting bank statements – outgoing bank payments, currency conversion, time deposit operations, communication with the bank, and reconciliation with the bank's currency control
• Posting of invoices from vendors including non-residents, reconciliation with suppliers
• Preparation of reports, Excel files on settlements, necessary to close the month
• Archiving of accounting documents
• Preparing analyses and reports for the department's internal needs
• Cooperation with other departments and audit team (during annual Audit).
• Reconciliation of accounting accounts taking into account US GAAP and reconciliation with management reports
• Processing employee settlement reports

What You Will Have:

Basic Requirements:

• Min. 1 year of experience as an accountant or similar,
• Higher education (preferred majors: finance, economics, accounting),
• Good knowledge of MS Excel,
• Fluency in Kazakh, Russian and English languages.
• Accuracy and responsibility in the performance of assigned tasks,
• Ability to work under time pressure,
• Ability to work in a team.

Key Skills For Your Successful Assignment:

• Analytical Thinking: Basic 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: Basic 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: Basic 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: Basic 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: Basic knowledge of accounting methods, processes, and tools; ability to maintain and prepare financial statements and reports using accounting methods and processes.
• Financial Record Keeping: Basic knowledge of financial record keeping processes, methods, and tools; ability to maintain accurate and thorough records of financial transactions.

Additional Information:

This role is located in Almaty, Kazakhstan. Business travel time: occasionally, up to 10%.

What We Offer:

From day one, you’re set up to thrive at Caterpillar: helpful training, relatable mentors, global experience, competitive salary package, work-life balance, and the growth opportunities you expect with a Fortune 100 company. You power our success, and we are committed to empowering yours. After all, when your work can impact the entire world, it’s important to do work that matters.

Posting Dates:

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply

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