Job Description

DESCRIPTION

Job Summary

This role is responsible for performing specialized accounting and financial close activities across multiple legal entities within CDBS locations (Bengaluru, Mysuru, and Hosur). The position ensures accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, and effective stakeholder collaboration while supporting manufacturing operations and continuous process improvements.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Accounting & Close

Lead the month-end close process and perform detailed balance sheet reviews. Prepare and review general ledger entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements. Analyze financial results, identify unusual variances, and recommend corrective actions. Ensure accurate and timely reporting in compliance with accounting standards and company policies.

Audit, Compliance & Controls

Act as Single Point of Contact (SPOC) for Statutory Audit, Tax Audit, CMI reporting, and internal audits. Respond to audit inquiries from internal and external stakeholders, including SOX auditors. Review existing internal controls and develop remediation plans to address gaps and risks. Ensure compliance with financial regulations, tax requirements, and US GAAP.

Team Leadership & Collaboration

Supervise site accountants managing Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR). Provide direction, coaching, and support to develop team capabilities and ensure accountability. Collaborate with plant leadership and cross-functional teams to support operational and efficiency initiatives.

Process Improvement & Business Support

Analyze current accounting processes and recommend best practices and automation opportunities. Support plant and finance initiatives aimed at improving efficiency, accuracy, and controls. Protect organizational value by maintaining confidentiality of financial information.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (required). Professional certification - Preferred CA - Required. (CPA, CMA, or equivalent - good to have) Strong understanding of accounting principles, internal controls, and financial regulations.

QUALIFICATIONS

Experience

Minimum

3 years of experience

in a manufacturing environment (preferred). Strong background in

Accounts Payable and Indirect Tax

. Intermediate-level professional experience in accounting or finance. Experience working with audits, financial close, and multi-entity operations is highly desirable.

Job

Finance

Organization

Cummins Inc.

Role Category

On-site with Flexibility

Job Type

Exempt - Experienced

ReqID

2423241

Relocation Package

No

100% On-Site

No