Caterpillar
Accountant - Logistics
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. Caterpillar's Product Support & Logistics Division (PSLD) has an open Accountant - Logistics position for the Global Logistics Procurement group (GLP). The role combines accounting expertise with data analytics to optimize freight cost management, analyze contracted rates, and support strategic logistics decisions. The analyst will work closely with finance, procurement, and supply chain teams to ensure accurate freight cost reporting and identify cost-saving opportunities. What You Will Do: Integrate carrier freight rate guidance into the enterprise inbound freight forecasting process. Leverage understanding of carrier freight rate structure in designing the enterprise outbound freight forecast process. Collaborate with global procurement leads to dollarize carrier freight rate changes by mode. During forecasting cycles, collaborate with Logistics business resources to develop carrier freight rate updates by mode for global business resources contacts. Be a trusted business partner to business leaders within GLP and business resources. Create and utilize automated tools to drive efficiency to support scale of the business functions and accurate financial results. Supporting Inbound Logistics freight analysis What You Have: Accuracy and Attention to Detail:
Understand the necessity and value of accuracy; ability to complete tasks with high level of precision. Analytical Thinking:
Knowledge of techniques and tools that promote effective analysis; capacity to determine root cause of organizational problems and create alternative solutions to resolve those problems. Effective Communication:
Utilize effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors. Decision Making:
Knowledge of the decision-making process and associated tools and techniques; capable of accurately analyzing situations and reaching productive decisions based on informed judgment. Financial Planning & Analysis:
Knowledge of processes, methods, and tools for financial reporting; ability to apply finance knowledge appropriately to diverse situations as well as read, interpret, and draw accurate conclusions from financial and numerical material. Top Candidates Will Have: Accounting or Finance degree Financial Reporting & Analysis experience Sales Force experience PowerBI experience Additional Info: This position is located in Morton, IL This role is full-time and requires 5 days a week in the office Domestic relocation assistance is available for those who qualify Sponsorship is not available International and Domestic travel up to 5% Summary Pay Range: $110,520.00 - $165,840.00 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: 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 Posting Dates: August 13, 2025 - August 25, 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.
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. Caterpillar's Product Support & Logistics Division (PSLD) has an open Accountant - Logistics position for the Global Logistics Procurement group (GLP). The role combines accounting expertise with data analytics to optimize freight cost management, analyze contracted rates, and support strategic logistics decisions. The analyst will work closely with finance, procurement, and supply chain teams to ensure accurate freight cost reporting and identify cost-saving opportunities. What You Will Do: Integrate carrier freight rate guidance into the enterprise inbound freight forecasting process. Leverage understanding of carrier freight rate structure in designing the enterprise outbound freight forecast process. Collaborate with global procurement leads to dollarize carrier freight rate changes by mode. During forecasting cycles, collaborate with Logistics business resources to develop carrier freight rate updates by mode for global business resources contacts. Be a trusted business partner to business leaders within GLP and business resources. Create and utilize automated tools to drive efficiency to support scale of the business functions and accurate financial results. Supporting Inbound Logistics freight analysis What You Have: Accuracy and Attention to Detail:
Understand the necessity and value of accuracy; ability to complete tasks with high level of precision. Analytical Thinking:
Knowledge of techniques and tools that promote effective analysis; capacity to determine root cause of organizational problems and create alternative solutions to resolve those problems. Effective Communication:
Utilize effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors. Decision Making:
Knowledge of the decision-making process and associated tools and techniques; capable of accurately analyzing situations and reaching productive decisions based on informed judgment. Financial Planning & Analysis:
Knowledge of processes, methods, and tools for financial reporting; ability to apply finance knowledge appropriately to diverse situations as well as read, interpret, and draw accurate conclusions from financial and numerical material. Top Candidates Will Have: Accounting or Finance degree Financial Reporting & Analysis experience Sales Force experience PowerBI experience Additional Info: This position is located in Morton, IL This role is full-time and requires 5 days a week in the office Domestic relocation assistance is available for those who qualify Sponsorship is not available International and Domestic travel up to 5% Summary Pay Range: $110,520.00 - $165,840.00 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: 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 Posting Dates: August 13, 2025 - August 25, 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.