Accountant -Investment Analysis

Career Area:
Finance.
Job Description: Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc. When you join Caterpillar, you’re joining a global team that cares not just about the work we do but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who create 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 for all.

• Provide valuable insights to Commercial Vice Presidents, directly impacting Caterpillar’s business, strategy, and growth.
• Serve as investment analysis lead for cross‑functional services growth project teams.
• Advise component and service divisions on aftermarket investment analysis, ensuring consistency and adherence to Caterpillar policies and procedures.
• Provide education to accounting and cross‑functional teams.
• Drive behavior and influence decisions in accordance with financial targets and business unit/division/enterprise strategy.
• Present and explain results to management.
• Participate as a team member on special projects.

• Education/
  
  Experience:
  
  Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance.
• Accuracy and Attention to Detail:
  Understanding the necessity and value of accuracy; ability to complete tasks with high levels of precision.
• Analytical Thinking:
  Knowledge of techniques and tools that promote effective analysis; ability to determine the root cause of organizational problems and create alternative solutions.
• Effective Communications:
  Ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through appropriate communication behaviors.
• Financial Analysis:
  Knowledge of tools and approaches of financial analysis; ability to read, interpret, and draw accurate conclusions from financial and numerical material.

• Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) experience.
• Data Analytics experience.

• This position can be located in Peoria, IL or Irving, TX.
• This role requires five days a week in office.
• Domestic relocation is available for those who qualify.
• Sponsorship is not available.

• Our goal at Caterpillar is for you to have a rewarding career. Our teams are critical to the success of our customers who build a better world.
• Earn more than just a salary because we value your performance. We offer a total rewards package that provides benefits from day one (medical, dental, vision, RX, and 401(k)) along with the potential of an annual bonus. Additional benefits include paid vacation days and paid holidays.
• All qualified individuals – including minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities – are encouraged to apply.

Pay Range: $95,640.00 – $. Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on job level, market location, and individual performance and experience. Salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Paid time off: vacation, holidays, volunteer, etc.
• 401(k) savings plan
• 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.

Posting Dates:
October 31, 2025 – November 12, 2025. 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.