Financial Analyst

at  Cummins Inc

DESCRIPTION

We are looking for a talented Financial Analyst to join our team in Finance for our Distribution Business in Indianapolis, IN.

JOB SUMMARY:

Responsible for the preparation of complex and interpretive financial analyses and reports. Supports the annual budget process, expense and/or staffing forecasts and statistical reporting.

EDUCATION, LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS:

College, university, or equivalent degree in Finance, Accounting or related field required.

EXPERIENCE:

Minimal relevant professional work experience in the field of study required.

JOB SUMMARY:

• Primary responsibility involves planning, budgeting, forecasting and reporting CSSNA capital spending.
• Responsible to communicate with dozens of capital leaders monthly to facilitate forecasting and reporting.
• Ability to think critically and ask probing questions is important.
• Should feel comfortable leading many monthly meetings where data is gathered or presented.
• Responsible to make capital prioritization recommendations to management after gathering relevant data.
• 2 years CMI finance/accounting work experience strongly preferred.

IN THIS ROLE, YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT IN THE FOLLOWING WAYS:

• Action Oriented: Embrace new challenges with urgency and enthusiasm, driving forward momentum in business operations.
• Collaboration: Forge strong partnerships and work collectively with team members to achieve common goals.
• Effective Communication: Tailor multi-modal communication strategies to address the diverse needs of various audiences.
• Self-Awareness: Engage in introspection and feedback to understand personal strengths and areas for growth.
• Complexity Management: Navigate and clarify intricate or conflicting information to resolve issues effectively.
• Process Optimization: Continuously seek and implement the most efficient work processes for enhanced productivity.
• Self-Development: Pursue opportunities for personal and professional growth through both structured and informal channels.
• Business Partnering: Work closely with stakeholders to align performance with the organization’s objectives and drive strategic decision-making.

TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN THIS ROLE, YOU WILL NEED THE FOLLOWING:

• Complex Financial Analysis: Skill in preparing intricate financial analyses and reports for management review.
• Strategic Reporting: Ability to develop special studies and reports that inform management decisions.
• Budget Development: Experience in partnering with business units to create detailed annual budgets and forecasts.
• Data Consolidation: Proficiency in consolidating financial data and statistical reporting, including performance metrics and variance explanations.
• Leadership: Capability to mentor and guide less-experienced financial analysts, enhancing team expertise.
• Capital Expenditure Management: Responsibility for planning and overseeing CSSNA capital spending, including budgeting, forecasting, and reporting.
• Stakeholder Communication: Regular engagement with capital leaders to support accurate forecasting and reporting.
• Critical Thinking: Strong analytical skills to ask the right questions and critically evaluate information.
• Meeting Facilitation: Comfort and competence in leading meetings where financial data is discussed and presented.
• Decision Support: Ability to synthesize data to make informed recommendations on capital prioritization to management.