Financial Planning and Analysis Manager

Cummins•Columbus, IN

4d•Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for a talented Financial Planning and Analysis Manager to join our team specializing in Finance for Cummins, Inc. in Indianapolis, IN. In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways: Develop, consolidate, and manage annual operating budgets, forecasts, and financial planning activities. Prepare and review periodic financial reports to support business performance tracking. Analyze, interpret, and present financial data and trends to leadership for decision-making. Partner with business leaders to achieve financial objectives and improve operational results. Identify financial risks, opportunities, and cost-saving initiatives, and recommend actions. Lead strategic financial analysis projects to support business growth and organizational goals. Ensure effective use of financial systems and tools to produce accurate reporting and analysis. Manage, coach, and develop a team of Financial Analysts, including workload allocation, performance management, and mentoring. This role leads financial planning, forecasting, reporting, and strategic decision support for the Enterprise Platforms organization within Corporate IT. The position partners closely with technology executives to manage a significant budget portfolio, provide actionable financial insights, and guide investment decisions. In addition to overseeing planning and reporting processes, the role leads a team of finance professionals, drives continuous improvement initiatives, and serves as a trusted advisor to senior leadership on financial performance, business strategy, and resource optimization.

Requirements

College, university, or equivalent degree in Finance, Accounting or related field required.
Certified Public Accountant, Certified Management Accountant, Chartered Accountant or similar certification required.
Significant experience required, including supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

Develop, consolidate, and manage annual operating budgets, forecasts, and financial planning activities.
Prepare and review periodic financial reports to support business performance tracking.
Analyze, interpret, and present financial data and trends to leadership for decision-making.
Partner with business leaders to achieve financial objectives and improve operational results.
Identify financial risks, opportunities, and cost-saving initiatives, and recommend actions.
Lead strategic financial analysis projects to support business growth and organizational goals.
Ensure effective use of financial systems and tools to produce accurate reporting and analysis.
Manage, coach, and develop a team of Financial Analysts, including workload allocation, performance management, and mentoring.
Business Partnering - Engage with stakeholders regularly to understand their needs and challenges. Demonstrate how your insights can lead to positive outcomes and alignment with organizational goals. Continuously evaluate the business environment to identify risks and opportunities.
Financial Analysis - Analyze financial data to identify trends, variances, and potential risks. Use this information to provide actionable insights to stakeholders. Clearly communicate your findings and their implications to all stakeholders. Investigate any variances in financial data and take corrective actions to resolve issues.
Financial Reporting - Prepare and present financial information that is accurate and compliant with regulations. Summarize data effectively to communicate results to stakeholders. Work closely with stakeholders to ensure that financial performance aligns with organizational goals. Ensure that all financial reporting complies with relevant regulations and stakeholder expectations.
Financial Planning and Forecasting - Utilizes financial forecast data to provide forward looking projections to facilitate decision making; partners with stakeholders to analyze trends and validate assumptions to provide a forecast that aligns to the organization's goals and strategies.
Serve as the lead finance business partner for the Enterprise Platforms organization, providing financial guidance to senior technology leaders on investments, operational spend, resource planning, and portfolio prioritization.
Lead the development of Annual Operating Plans (AOP), forecasts, long-range financial plans, and scenario analyses, ensuring alignment with enterprise priorities and financial targets.
Manage and develop a team of financial analysts, providing coaching, performance management, career development, and technical guidance while fostering a high-performing and engaged team culture.
Drive executive-level financial reporting and presentations, delivering clear insights and recommendations to Enterprise Platforms leadership and finance executives.
Lead continuous improvement initiatives that enhance forecasting accuracy, reporting efficiency, automation, and financial transparency.
Ensure compliance with corporate financial policies, controls, capitalization guidance, and governance requirements while maintaining strong financial stewardship over the Enterprise Platforms budget portfolio.
Act as a trusted advisor to senior leaders, proactively identifying emerging risks and opportunities and recommending actions to improve financial and operational performance.