At a Glance
- Tasks: Support new product initiatives and provide financial insights to drive business decisions.
- Company: Join Caterpillar, a global leader in building sustainable communities.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, generous leave, bonus potential, and flexible benefits.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for growth in a collaborative environment.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by partnering with engineering teams on innovative projects.
- Qualifications: Degree in Accounting or Finance; strong analytical and communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 49519 - 60000 £ per year.
Location: Desford
With Caterpillar, you’ll join a global team that cares about the work we do and about each other. We’re makers, problem solvers and future world builders, creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don’t just talk about progress and innovation – we make it happen with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we build a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.
We’re looking for a Staff Accountant II – Cost / Decision Support to join our Finance team within the BCP Division, supporting Tech Ready Initiatives and New Product Introduction (NPI) activities. This role is a high‑impact, cross‑functional position where you will act as a key finance partner to engineering and operational teams, helping assess financial feasibility and drive business decisions.
What You Will Do
- Support NPI (New Product Introduction) activities, including future cost, should cost, and alternative scenario analysis
- Consolidate financial inputs from multiple functions to assess business case viability
- Present financial insights and recommendations during financial reviews and decision forums
- Perform complex cost accounting activities such as:
- Standard cost setting, monitoring, and variance analysis
- Cost system maintenance and issue resolution
- Investment analysis, including IRR calculations
- Capital expenditure forecasting and reporting
- Cost reduction identification and tracking
- Provide decision support and business partnering to engineering and operational teams
- Analyze regional profitability and support budgeting and forecasting processes
- Develop insights into cost drivers and recommend actions to improve financial performance
- Lead or contribute to cross‑functional initiatives and continuous improvement projects
- Review financial outputs for accuracy and reasonableness and provide guidance to stakeholders
What You Have
- Financial & Business Acumen: Strong understanding of cost accounting principles and financial analysis
- Ability to interpret financial data and translate it into actionable business insights
- Confidence in evaluating complex financial scenarios and investment decisions
- Business Partnering & Communication: Ability to collaborate effectively with both financial and non‑financial stakeholders (e.g., engineering teams)
- Strong communication and presentation skills, including experience delivering financial insights to management
- Proactive mindset with the ability to coordinate across multiple functions
- Analytical Thinking & Problem Solving: Ability to manage and analyze complex datasets
- Skilled in identifying root causes and developing practical solutions
- High level of attention to detail combined with a strategic perspective
- Managing Multiple Priorities: Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
- Strong organizational and coordination skills
Education / Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- Accounting degree or professional certification is an advantage
- Proficiency in English is required
Top Candidates Will Also Have
- Experience working in cross‑functional or project‑based environments
- Familiarity with financial systems and analytical tools (e.g., SAP, Power BI or similar)
- Strong understanding of manufacturing or product cost structures
What We Offer
- Salary: £49,519 – £60,000 (depending on experience)
- 27 days annual leave
- Up to 10% bonus (based on personal and company performance)
- Contributory pension scheme – match up to 6%
- Contributory share scheme – match 50% of employee contribution
- Optional flexible benefits including health and dental care plans, EV car lease, holiday purchase
Additional Information
- Role requires 5 days a week on‑site presence
- 37.5hr week
- Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.
Staff Acct II Cost / DS in Desford employer: Caterpillar Inc.
Caterpillar is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and innovative work culture, where employees are empowered to make impactful contributions to sustainable communities. Located in Desford, the company offers competitive salaries, generous annual leave, and a robust benefits package, including a contributory pension scheme and flexible health options. With a strong focus on employee growth and cross-functional collaboration, Caterpillar provides a dynamic environment for finance professionals to thrive and drive meaningful business decisions.
