Accountant - Senior

Cummins India; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

A multinational manufacturing firm is seeking a qualified finance professional in Bengaluru. The role focuses on financial close activities, supervising accountants, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, ideally be a CA, and have at least 3 years of relevant experience. This position involves leading month-end processes and collaborating on initiatives to improve financial accuracy and efficiency. The role is primarily on-site with some flexibility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field is required.
• CA certification is mandatory; CPA or CMA is a plus.
• Strong financial reporting and internal controls understanding.

Responsibilities

• Lead the month-end close process and review balance sheets.
• Act as SPOC for various audits and ensure compliance.
• Supervise site accountants and collaborate on operational initiatives.

Skills

Accounting principles

Internal controls

Financial regulations

Leadership and coaching

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

CA certification

Job description

Job Summary

This role is responsible for performing specialized accounting and financial close activities across multiple legal entities within CDBS locations (Bengaluru, Mysuru, and Hosur). The position ensures accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, and effective stakeholder collaboration while supporting manufacturing operations and continuous process improvements.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the month-end close process and perform detailed balance sheet reviews.
• Prepare and review general ledger entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements.
• Analyze financial results, identify unusual variances, and recommend corrective actions.
• Ensure accurate and timely reporting in compliance with accounting standards and company policies.

Audit, Compliance & Controls

• Act as Single Point of Contact (SPOC) for Statutory Audit, Tax Audit, CMI reporting, and internal audits.
• Respond to audit inquiries from internal and external stakeholders, including SOX auditors.
• Review existing internal controls and develop remediation plans to address gaps and risks.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations, tax requirements, and US GAAP.

Team Leadership & Collaboration

• Supervise site accountants managing Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR).
• Provide direction, coaching, and support to develop team capabilities and ensure accountability.
• Collaborate with plant leadership and cross-functional teams to support operational and efficiency initiatives.

Process Improvement & Business Support

• Analyze current accounting processes and recommend best practices and automation opportunities.
• Support plant and finance initiatives aimed at improving efficiency, accuracy, and controls.
• Protect organizational value by maintaining confidentiality of financial information.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (required).
• Professional certification - Preferred CA - Required. (CPA, CMA, or equivalent - good to have).
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, internal controls, and financial regulations.

Experience

• Minimum 3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment (preferred).
• Strong background in Accounts Payable and Indirect Tax.
• Intermediate-level professional experience in accounting or finance.
• Experience working with audits, financial close, and multi-entity operations is highly desirable.

Additional Information

• Job: Finance
• Organization: Cummins Inc.
• Role Category: On-site with Flexibility
• Job Type: Exempt - Experienced
• ReqID: 2423241
• Relocation Package: No
• 100% On-Site: No