We are seeking a Senior Tax Accountant to support a broad range of tax accounting, compliance, and operational activities. This role will primarily focus on tax accounting and federal compliance, while also supporting state tax, international reporting, and audit activities.
The position will play a key role in ensuring accurate, audit-ready reporting, strong coordination with internal stakeholders, and effective collaboration with external advisors.
Located in Columbus, IN.
In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:
- Review federal tax provision schedules, supporting workpapers, and book-to-tax adjustments
- Support preparation and review of quarterly and annual tax provisions, including variance analysis and effective tax rate (ETR) drivers
- Assist with review of federal income tax returns and supporting workpapers, ensuring accuracy and completeness
- Coordinate data collection and information requests from Finance, Legal, Treasury, HR, external advisors, and other stakeholders to support tax accounting and compliance activities.
- Research and interpret tax laws, regulations, and administrative guidance to support tax positions, compliance obligations, and reporting requirements
- Assist with preparation and documentation of the U.S. R&D tax credit and support evaluation of additional tax credit opportunities
- Support state tax compliance and provision processes, including estimated payments and apportionment
- Assist with audit responses, IDRs, and documentation requests
- Assist with international compliance filings and related documentation
- Support preparation of items such as tax residency certificates and information reporting
- Support process improvement, automation, and standardization initiatives that enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the tax function.
To be successful in this role you will need the following:
- Strong analytical and technical tax research skills
- Ability to interpret and apply tax law and regulatory guidance
- Detail-oriented with strong focus on audit defensibility and documentation
- Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
- Effective cross-functional communication and collaboration skills
- Experience working with external advisors and managing deliverables
Qualifications
Education, Licenses, Certifications:
College, university, or equivalent degree in Accounting required.
Progress toward Certified Public Accountant, Chartered Accountant or similar certification preferred.
Experience:
Intermediate level of relevant professional work experience in the field of study required.
About UsCummins is an equal opportunity employer. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, sex, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity, or other status protected by law.
Skills Required
- College, university, or equivalent degree in Accounting
- Progress toward Certified Public Accountant, Chartered Accountant or similar certification
- Intermediate level of relevant professional work experience
- Strong analytical and technical tax research skills
- Ability to interpret and apply tax law and regulatory guidance
- Detail-oriented with focus on audit defensibility and documentation
- Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
- Effective cross-functional communication and collaboration skills
- Experience working with external advisors and managing deliverables
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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