Financial Analyst - Senior

DESCRIPTION

We are looking for a talented Senior Financial Analyst to join our European team specializing in Finance for our Cummins Drivetrain & Braking Systems in Cwmbran, United Kingdom.

In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:

• Drive informed decision‑making by delivering complex financial analyses, forecasts, and variance explanations to department leadership.
• Act as a trusted business partner to operational and support functions, aligning financial insights with organizational goals and strategies.
• Lead the development and consolidation of annual budgets, expense forecasts, and staffing plans to support sustainable performance.
• Strengthen financial discipline by ensuring accuracy, integrity, and transparency in financial reporting and statistical analysis.
• Provide clear, actionable insights by interpreting trends, risks, and opportunities across financial and operational data.
• Support effective cost management through detailed project expenditure analysis, recharge activities, and cost calculations.
• Enable continuity and leadership within the finance function by acting as a stand‑in for the Finance Manager when required.
• Coach and support less‑experienced Financial Analysts, contributing to capability building and continuous improvement within the team.

To be successful in this role you will need the following:

• Strong financial analysis, forecasting, and reporting capabilities, with the ability to translate complex data into clear business insights.
• Proven ability to manage complexity, prioritize effectively, and optimize work processes in a fast‑paced environment.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills to influence stakeholders with varying levels of financial expertise.
• A proactive, action‑oriented mindset with a commitment to continuous learning, self‑development, and inclusive teamwork.

Education/

Experience:

• Approximately 5 years of relevant financial analysis experience, ideally within a manufacturing or industrial environment, with strong exposure to operational or plant‑based finance.
• Demonstrated experience in cost analysis, forecasting, variance analysis, and project expenditure management, supporting both operational and support functions.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field is preferred; candidates may also be considered qualified by experience with a strong, relevant industry background.
• Working knowledge of financial controls, compliance, and reporting standards (e.g., US GAAP), with the ability to operate effectively in a complex business environment.