Accounting Associate (Billing Specialist)

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Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar youre 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 dont 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.

Job Summary

We are seeking an Accounting Associate (Billing Specialist) to join our Invoice to Cash team. This role focuses on accurate and timely billing operations including milestone-based billing and request-driven billing for new setups supporting global customers and ensuring compliance with company policies and statutory requirements to join our Global Bus Svcs ITC -Global Finance Services Division Team.

The preference for this role is to be based out of Whitefield Bangalore office

What you will do

• Manage milestone billing in line with project deliverables and contractual agreements.
• Handle request-based billing for new customer setups and ensure proper documentation.
• Generate and validate invoices across multiple regions and currencies.
• Collaborate with internal teams (Sales Finance Customer Service) to resolve billing discrepancies and ensure smooth onboarding for new setups.
• Maintain accurate billing records and documentation for audits and compliance.
• Prepare billing performance reports and assist with ad hoc reporting and special projects.
• Ensure adherence to internal controls company policies and GAAP standards.

What you will have

• Education: Bachelors or masters degree in accounting Finance or related field.
• Experience: 710 years in Invoice to Cash / Accounts Receivable management with specialization in Billing.
• Systems Expertise (Mandatory):
• Infor LN
• Baan 5C
• Additional Systems Knowledge (Preferred):
• Navision
• Authority Delegation
• Amalto
• Customer B2B Portal
• Salesforce
• JEWF
• SARMT
• Edicom
• E-Invoice Portal
• This position requires the candidate to work a 5-day-a-week schedule in the office

Core Competencies

• Billing Expertise:
• Strong understanding of milestone billing request-based billing and compliance requirements.
• Ability to manage complex billing scenarios and ensure accuracy.

Accuracy & Attention to Detail:

• Deliver error-free invoices and reports using validation techniques.

Communication Skills:

• Collaborate effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Analytical Thinking & Problem Solving:
• Identify and resolve billing discrepancies promptly.

Skills desired:

Accuracy and Attention to Detail: Understanding the necessity and value of accuracy; ability to complete tasks with high levels of precision.
Level Working Knowledge:
Accurately gauges the impact and cost of errors omissions and oversights.
Utilizes specific approaches and tools for checking and cross-checking outputs.
Processes limited amounts of detailed information with good accuracy.
Learns from mistakes and applies lessons learned.
Develops and uses checklists to ensure that information goes out error-free.

Analytical Thinking: 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.
Level Basic Understanding:
Names specific tools or techniques that can be used to support the analytical thinking process.
Describes specific software applications or products used for business analytics.
Gives examples of how analytical thinking has been used to resolve problems.
Helps others research and learn more about business analytics tools and applications.

Effective Communications: 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.
Level Working Knowledge:
Delivers helpful feedback that focuses on behaviors without offending the recipient.
Listens to feedback without defensiveness and uses it for own communication effectiveness.
Makes oral presentations and writes reports needed for own work.
Avoids technical jargon when inappropriate.
Looks for and considers non-verbal cues from individuals and groups.

What you will get:

• Work Life Harmony
• Earned and medical leave.
• Relocation assistance

Holistic Development

• Personal and professional development through Caterpillar s employee resource groups across the globe
• Career developments opportunities with global prospects

Health and Wellness

• Medical coverage -Medical life and personal accident coverage
• Employee mental wellness assistance program

Financial Wellness

• Employee investment plan
• Pay for performance -Annual incentive Bonus plan.

Additional Information:

Caterpillar is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status; however as a global company Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S. which can be found through our employment website at is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO)

EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals including minorities females veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply

Posting Dates:

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

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