Overview
Associate Accountant Jobs in South Africa at Caterpillar
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. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.
About Cat Financial:
Cat Financial is a subsidiary of Caterpillar Inc., the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment. For more than 40 years, Cat Financial has provided a wide range of financing solutions to customers and Cat dealers for machines, engines, and genuine Cat parts and services. Headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, Cat Financial serves customers globally with offices and subsidiaries located throughout North and South America, Asia, Australia, Europe, and Africa.
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Job Summary:
We have anexcitingopportunity for an Associate Accountant tojoin our teamin South Africa. In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining general ledger accounts, preparing GL accounts reconciliations, debtor and creditor cash allocation, and preparing month-end reports. You will also be responsible for month-end journals and assist in documenting accounting projects and preparing accounting reports and year-end activities.
What you will do:
Handle accounting tasks of moderate complexity with someautonomyfor decision-making within delegated authority.
Identify and escalate inconsistencies or concerns beyond delegated authority to management for resolution.
Utilise basic accounting principles and procedures in your daily tasks, ensuring compliance with regulations and industry standards.
Participate in the development, testing, and implementation of accounting systems.
Understand and contribute to the department’scontinuous improvementobjectives, measure progress, and address any identified issues.
Skills you will have:
Technical / Professional Knowledge:
Having achieved a satisfactory level of technical and professional skill or knowledge in position-related areas; keeping up with current developments and trends in areas of expertise.
Active Learning:
Demonstrating zeal for new information, knowledge, and experiences; regularly seeking and capitalizing on
learning opportunities
; quickly assimilating and applying new information.
Working together:
The extent to which one actively works with others to achieve shared objectives.
Focus on quality:
The extent to which one displays dedication to quality in products, services, and processes.
Initiation action:
Taking prompt action to accomplish objectives; being proactive.
What will put you forward:
A completed BCom accounting degree is preferred, but a similar qualification/certification will be considered.
2+ years’ experience in a similar position, with a strong focus on daily payment allocations, cash management, bank reconciliations, and cashbook allocations.
MS Office Suite – Advanced Excel skills required.
Experience with an ERP System.
Knowledge of U.S. GAAP will be advantageous.
What You Will Get:
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…
Title: Associate Accountant
Company: Caterpillar
Location: South Africa
Category: Finance & Banking, Accounting
