Accounting Associate (Indirect Tax)

About the role

Caterpillar’s Global Finance Services Division seeks an Accounting Associate to join the Tax Centre of Excellence in Bangalore. The role supports APAC VAT/GST compliance, focusing on invoice validation, tax determination accuracy, and resolving discrepancies. This is a full-time, on-site position requiring five days per week in the office.

What you’ll do

• Support full spectrum of VAT/GST compliance activities across APAC jurisdictions
• Review vendor and customer invoices, validating tax rates and codes
• Investigate and remediate mismatches between ERP tax postings and statutory positions
• Prepare and review month-end reconciliations and journal entries
• Contribute to automation initiatives and test system enhancements
• Analyze large data volumes to identify key insights and flag issues
• Maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders regarding compliance
• Ensure adherence to indirect tax processes and update procedures as needed

What you’ll bring

• Degree in finance, accounting, tax, or related field
• 3-5 years of relevant indirect tax experience
• Core experience with APAC GST and VAT accounting
• Robust knowledge of MS Excel
• Knowledge of SAP is a must

Nice to have

• Experience in Big 4 Indirect Tax domain or Tax CoE Setup
• Working knowledge of GVRT is preferred
• Experience supporting tax, finance, or accounting applications
• Familiarity with software testing methodologies

Skills

Benefits

• Earned and medical leave
• Relocation assistance
• Medical, life, and personal accident coverage
• Employee mental wellness assistance program
• Annual incentive Bonus plan

Education

Degree in finance, accounting, tax, or related field.