Financial Analyst

Cummins•Troy, MI

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Cummins is seeking a Financial Analyst to join the Cummins Drivetrain and Braking Systems (CDBS) Finance team in Troy, Michigan. The role partners with leaders and stakeholders to connect financial insights with business objectives and organizational strategies, supporting informed decisions and improved business performance. The Financial Analyst analyzes financial trends, variances, risks, and opportunities; prepares and communicates accurate financial results; and provides data-driven recommendations for operational and financial improvements. The role applies U.S. GAAP and company policies to evaluate transactions and maintain data integrity and compliance. It also identifies process improvements to enhance accuracy, streamline workflows, strengthen controls, and support continuous improvement. The position requires collaborative relationships across functions and ongoing development of financial, business, and leadership capabilities.

Requirements

College, university, or equivalent degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
Minimal relevant professional work experience in the field of study.
Forecasting, budgeting, and financial analysis skills.
Ability to build effective relationships with cross-functional teams and make data-driven recommendations.
Attention to detail and commitment to accurate reporting, variance analysis, and risk identification.
Strategic thinking, problem-solving, and business acumen.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with leaders and stakeholders to align financial insights, business objectives, and organizational strategies.
Take ownership of complex challenges, identify opportunities, and drive timely solutions that create business value.
Analyze financial trends, variances, risks, and opportunities, and provide data-driven recommendations.
Prepare, interpret, and communicate accurate financial results to support business decisions.
Apply U.S. GAAP to evaluate transactions, maintain data integrity, and ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
Identify and implement process improvements that enhance accuracy, streamline workflows, strengthen controls, and improve financial operations.
Build collaborative relationships across functions, communicate effectively, and work toward shared goals.
Use feedback, self-reflection, and new experiences to develop financial, business, and leadership capabilities.
Develop forecasting, budgeting, and analytical skills to assess financial performance, identify trends, and support business decisions.
Partner with operations, commercial, manufacturing, supply chain, and leadership teams to understand business drivers and influence outcomes.
Maintain precision and integrity in financial information, including reporting, variance analysis, and risk identification.
Identify risks, opportunities, and cost-saving initiatives to support profitability and organizational objectives.