Senior Finance Analyst - Strategic Ops Partner

Cummins; Cwmbran; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Cummins seeks a Senior Financial Analyst for its Drivetrain & Braking Systems team in Cwmbran, United Kingdom. You will deliver complex analyses, forecasts and variance explanations to leadership, act as a trusted partner to operations, and help develop budgets and staffing plans for sustainable performance.

The role requires strong cost management, forecasting and GAAP experience, plus the ability to mentor junior analysts and drive continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• 5 years of relevant financial analysis experience in manufacturing or industrial environments.
• Experience in cost analysis, forecasting, variance analysis, and project expenditure management.
• Knowledge of financial controls, compliance and reporting standards (e.g., US GAAP).

Responsibilities

• Deliver complex financial analyses, forecasts and variance explanations to leadership.
• Partner with operational and support functions to align financial insights with strategic goals.
• Lead development and consolidation of budgets, expense forecasts and staffing plans.
• Ensure accuracy and transparency in financial reporting and analysis.
• Provide actionable insights by interpreting trends, risks and opportunities.

Skills

Financial analysis

Forecasting

Budgeting

Variance analysis

Cost management

Stakeholder influence

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting/Economics

Job description

Cummins seeks a Senior Financial Analyst for its Drivetrain & Braking Systems team in Cwmbran, United Kingdom. You will deliver complex analyses, forecasts and variance explanations to leadership, act as a trusted partner to operations, and help develop budgets and staffing plans for sustainable performance.

The role requires strong cost management, forecasting and GAAP experience, plus the ability to mentor junior analysts and drive continuous improvement.