Financial Analyst - Senior

We are looking for a talented Financial Analyst - Senior to join our team specializing in Finance in Columbus, IN. Impact Deliver decision-ready insights: Produce clear, accurate financial analyses and reports that help leadership make timely, informed business decisions. Strengthen financial planning & forecasting: Partner with teams to build realistic budgets, staffing plans, and forecasts that align spend with business priorities. Improve visibility into performance: Consolidate and interpret financial data, highlighting key trends, variances, and cost drivers to guide action. Drive accountability through variance analysis: Explain gaps between actuals and plan, identifying root causes and recommending corrective actions. Enhance cost efficiency: Identify opportunities to optimize spend and improve financial performance across the organization. Support strategic initiatives: Deliver special studies and analyses that inform investment decisions, resource allocation, and long-term planning. Develop team capability: Coach and guide junior analysts, raising the overall quality, consistency, and impact of financial outputs. Build strong business partnerships: Act as a trusted advisor to stakeholders, translating financial data into actionable insights that support operational success. Success Criteria Be proactive and results-driven Take ownership of analyses, forecasts, and reporting with urgency and energy—stepping into challenges and driving work forward without waiting for direction. Turn complexity into clarity Quickly synthesize large, sometimes conflicting financial data into clear insights, helping stakeholders understand performance, risks, and opportunities. Build strong business partnerships Collaborate closely with stakeholders to align financial plans with business goals, challenge assumptions, and influence decisions with sound financial guidance. Communicate with impact Tailor your message for different audiences—translating complex financial information into simple, actionable insights for both financial and non-financial leaders. Deliver accurate, insight-driven financial analysis Ensure data integrity, investigate variances, and provide meaningful analysis that drives business improvement and supports decision-making. Strengthen planning and forecasting discipline Develop reliable forecasts by validating assumptions, analyzing trends, and aligning projections with strategic objectives. Continuously improve processes Identify inefficiencies in reporting and planning workflows, streamline processes, and enhance tools to increase speed, accuracy, and value. Grow yourself and others Seek feedback, build self-awareness, and continuously develop your financial acumen, while valuing diverse perspectives and contributing to a collaborative team environment. Education and 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. Key Responsibilities Responsible for preparing flash results, forecasts, and AOP as it pertains to product cost and inventory. Strong partnership with Materials and Quality teams to ensure optimal buy-plans, engage in and support supplier recoveries. Accountable for CMEP accounts payable—leading a team of two associates to resolve any invoice errors and ensure timely supplier payments. Lead the preparation of Annual Physical Inventory (API) exemption inclusive of maintaining close relationship with cycle count program lead throughout the cycle count year. Key individual/liaison for Controls and Compliance to collaborate with internal and external audit parties. Key individual for helping lead and drive results on CMEP's contributions towards the wider EBU 3n3 profitability improvement work. Being at a key manufacturing location, expectation of plant leadership to be on site 5 days/week. Compensation Please note that the salary range provided is a good faith estimate on the applicable range. The final salary offer will be determined after considering relevant factors, including a candidate’s qualifications and experience, where appropriate. EEO Statement At Cummins, we are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer dedicated to diversity in the workplace. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, gender, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity and/or expression, or other status protected by law. Cummins validates the right to work using E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. Visit to know your rights on workplace discrimination. #J-18808-Ljbffr