Accounting Associate - Level III

Overview

Accounting Associate – Level III at Cummins Inc. located in Columbus, IN. This role supports the Finance function at the facility.

• Ensuring Accuracy
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  Complete account reconciliations and analyses to ensure financial data is accurate and dependable.

• Streamlining Processes
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  Contribute to the month-end close process to streamline operations and improve efficiency.

• Providing Insights
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  Compile and analyze accounting and finance information to provide actionable insights for decision-making.

• Supporting Compliance
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  Prepare standard journal entries and perform complex reconciliations to support compliance with accounting standards and regulations.

• Enhancing Reporting
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  Prepare tables, charts, and other exhibits to improve clarity and effectiveness of financial reports.

• Driving Projects
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  Participate in complex accounting projects to drive improvements within the finance department.

• Adapting to Needs
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  Perform ad hoc reporting to meet changing organizational needs and priorities.

• Working Independently
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  Ability to operate with minimal supervision to contribute to the team’s success.

• Customer Focus
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  Build and maintain strong internal and external customer relationships.

• Decision Quality
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  Make well-informed, timely decisions to support organizational progress.

• Financial Analysis
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  Analyze financial data to identify trends, variances, and improvement opportunities; provide actionable insights and ensure data integrity through variance investigation and corrective actions.

• Financial Internal Controls
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  Assess and strengthen internal controls to mitigate financial reporting risks.

• Financial Regulations Acumen
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  Stay current on financial regulations, ensure compliance, and educate stakeholders to support accurate transaction recording and reporting.

• High school diploma or equivalent, or alternative experience that meets regulatory requirements.

• A two-year university degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.

• Significant relevant work experience or specialized skills through education, training, or on-the-job experience.

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.

• Understanding of financial reporting, inventory accounting, fixed asset management, and month-end close processes.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ERP systems; ability to analyze complex data and support informed decisions.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and cross-functional collaboration skills.

• Experience supporting financial operations within manufacturing or industrial environments, with exposure to supply chain, logistics, and plant operations.

• Knowledge of inventory control, capital project accounting, and financial processes supporting operational performance and asset management.

• Familiarity with continuous improvement methodologies (e.g., Six Sigma) and process optimization initiatives.

• Ability to balance attention to detail with strategic thinking in a dynamic environment.

Additional Information

This role is fully on-site and is not eligible for hybrid work arrangements. The selected candidate will report daily on-site and collaborate with Finance and Operations teams.

This description contains the core responsibilities and qualifications for the role. The following information is included for context only if applicable to the role:

• Relocation Package:
  Yes

• On-site requirement: 100% On-Site (not eligible for remote work)

Cummins is 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.

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