We are looking for a talented Financial Analyst – Senior to join our team specializing in Finance for our Cummins location in Troy, MI.
In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:
- Financial Analysis Expertise: Deliver complex financial analyses and reports that inform management decisions and strategic direction.
- Insightful Reporting: Prepare detailed reports and special studies that provide actionable insights for leadership.
- Business Partnership: Collaborate with organizational units to develop annual budgets, expense forecasts, staffing plans, and statistical reporting.
- Data Consolidation: Consolidate financial data to present a clear picture of performance, variances, and cost drivers.
- Performance Evaluation: Provide variance explanations and cost analysis to highlight opportunities for efficiency and improvement.
- Forecasting Accuracy: Strengthen organizational planning by producing reliable financial forecasts that support resource allocation.
- Talent Development: Coach and lead less‑experienced Financial Analysts, building team capability and future leadership.
- Strategic Contribution: Ensure financial insights and reporting directly support organizational goals and long‑term success.
To be successful in this role you will need the following:
- Action Orientation: Approach new opportunities and tough challenges with urgency, energy, and enthusiasm to drive momentum.
- Collaboration & Communication: Build strong partnerships and deliver clear, tailored communications that meet diverse audience needs.
- Self-Awareness & Development: Use feedback and reflection to understand strengths and weaknesses while actively pursuing growth opportunities.
- Managing Complexity & Optimizing Processes: Make sense of high-volume, contradictory information and streamline work processes with a focus on continuous improvement.
- Business Partnering: Collaborate with stakeholders to align performance with organizational goals, mitigate risks, and capitalize on opportunities.
- Financial Expertise: Apply deep skills in financial analysis, planning, forecasting, and reporting to provide insights that drive business improvement.
- Compliance & Standards: Ensure adherence to US GAAP and company policies, communicating implications clearly across varying levels of financial knowledge.
- Valuing Differences: Recognize and leverage diverse perspectives and cultures to strengthen organizational outcomes and innovation.
Education, Licenses, Certifications:
College, university, or equivalent degree in Finance, Accounting or related field required. Progress toward Certified Public Accountant, Certified Management Accountant, Chartered Accountant or similar certification preferred.
Experience:
Intermediate level of relevant professional work experience in the field of study required.
- Lead Financial Planning & Reporting – Manage monthly close, forecasting, consolidation, and reporting activities for the Global Engineering and Product Strategy functions, providing accurate and timely financial insights.
- Support Strategic Decision-Making – Provide financial analysis and recommendations to support leadership discussions, business decisions, and the financial impact assessment of global engineering strategies.
- Partner with Cummins Drivetrain and Braking Systems Engineering Leadership – Serve as a trusted finance partner to the Engineering CMLT leader and leadership team, helping align financial performance with strategic objectives.
- Expand Product Finance Support – Contribute to product line profitability analysis and provide financial support for product strategy initiatives, investment decisions, and long-term growth opportunities.
Skills Required
- College, university, or equivalent degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field
- Intermediate level of relevant professional work experience in the field of study
- Progress toward Certified Public Accountant, Certified Management Accountant, Chartered Accountant, or similar certification
- Knowledge and application of financial analysis, planning, forecasting, and reporting
- Knowledge of US GAAP and company financial policies
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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