We are looking for a talented Accountant to join our team specializing in Finance for our Power Systems Business Unit in Daventry, United Kingdom.
In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:
- Lease Accounting Mastery: By owning in-depth lease accounting, you'll ensure accurate day-to-day maintenance and successful quarterly audits.
- PSA Return Preparation: Your detailed preparation of the PAYE settlement agreement (PSA) return will ensure compliance and accuracy.
- PII Variance Analysis: Analyzing and reporting monthly Profit in Inventory (PII) variances will provide valuable insights into financial decision-making.
- Payroll Execution: Handling payroll activities, including journals, reconciliations, and reporting, will ensure smooth and accurate payroll processes.
- Corporate Reporting: Completing monthly and quarterly corporate reports in Financial Close Manager will keep stakeholders informed and support strategic planning.
- Kent Site Financial Management: Managing the entire close-the-books process for the Kent site, including review file preparation and submission, will ensure financial accuracy and completeness.
- Balance Sheet Reviews: Preparing and presenting Balance Sheet reviews during month-end close meetings will highlight key financial metrics and support informed decision-making.
- Annual Tax Pack Preparation: Preparing the annual Tax Pack for Daventry and Kent will ensure timely and accurate tax reporting.
To be successful in this role you will need the following:
- Understand Financial Regulations: Stay updated on relevant regulations (tax, banking, pension, local accounting) to ensure compliance. Educate stakeholders on key requirements and implications for the business.
- Communicate Effectively: Clearly communicate financial results and conclusions to all stakeholders, ensuring they understand the financial impact and necessary actions.
- Proficient in Financial Analysis: Analyze financial data to identify trends, variances, opportunities, and risks. Provide insights to stakeholders to drive business improvements and ensure data integrity by investigating and resolving variances.
- Enhance Financial Internal Controls: Assess and develop internal control frameworks to mitigate financial reporting risks. Create remediation plans to adapt to changing business needs.
Education/Experience:
- College, university, or equivalent degree in Accounting, Finance or related field required.
- Some relevant professional work experience in the field of study is required.
Skills Required
- College, university, or equivalent degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- Some relevant professional work experience in the field of study
Cummins Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Cummins and has not been reviewed or approved by Cummins.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with company contribution/match and both defined contribution and defined benefit pension plans are offered, alongside profit sharing and an employee stock purchase plan. This mix supports long-term savings and financial security.
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Healthcare Strength — Multiple medical plan options (HSA, HSA Plus, PPO) with dental, vision, life and long-term disability coverage are provided, along with telehealth, mental-health support, and wellness tools. In-network protections and HSA/HSA Plus structures are described to help manage costs.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid maternity and paternity leave, family medical leave, and adoption assistance are offered. Reduced or flexible hours and unpaid extended leave options further support caregiving needs.
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