Finance Manager

Radiant Systems Inc; Columbus (IN); Hybrid; USD 122,000 - 149,000; Full time

Job summary

Cummins Inc. in Columbus, IN is seeking a Financial Planning and Analysis Manager to lead strategic financial planning and budgeting efforts for our Cummins facility.

The role focuses on delivering accurate forecasts, enhancing transparency, and partnering with management to optimize costs and drive profitability. The ideal candidate will coach analysts, ensure regulatory compliance, and influence strategic decisions to support sustained business growth.

Qualifications

• Strong business partnering skills to influence decisions with actionable insights.
• Effective communication across stakeholders and formats.
• Leadership and mentoring of analysts to drive performance.
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities to interpret financial data.

Responsibilities

• Drive strategic financial planning through accurate forecasts and budgets.
• Enhance financial transparency with clear performance insights.
• Influence business outcomes by identifying cost optimization and revenue growth opportunities.
• Lead high-value projects designing and managing strategic financial analysis initiatives.
• Optimize financial systems to improve reporting accuracy and efficiency.
• Develop and mentor future talent within the finance team.
• Strengthen compliance and governance through robust financial processes.
• Shape organizational strategy with insights that guide sustainable growth.

Skills

Business partnering

Communication

Leadership

Analytics

Results-driven

Process optimization

Education

Finance/Accounting degree

CPA/CMA/CA certification

Job description

Title: : Financial Planning and Analysis Manager

Salary after converting $135,000 annually

Duration: 12+ Months (Temp to Hire)

Work Arrangement:

Hybrid schedule, Monday through Friday.

Candidates must be local to the work location and able to work an 8-hour standard workday.

Occasional flexibility may be required to work beyond normal business hours to meet reporting deadlines and business needs.

Position Summary:

We are looking for a talented Financial Planning and Analysis Manager to join our team specializing in Finance for our Cummins Inc. facility in Columbus, IN.

• Drive Strategic Financial Planning – By leading the development of accurate forecasts and budgets, you'll enable informed decision-making that supports the organization's long-term goals.
• Enhance Financial Transparency – Your analysis and interpretation of financial data will provide leadership with clear insights into performance, risks, and opportunities.
• Influence Business Outcomes – Through proactive partnership with management, you'll help identify areas for cost optimization and revenue growth, directly impacting profitability.
• Lead High-Value Projects – Designing and managing strategic financial analysis initiatives will support critical business transformations and competitive positioning.
• Optimize Financial Systems – Ensuring effective utilization of financial tools will improve accuracy, efficiency, and reliability of reporting across the organization.
• Develop Future Talent – By coaching and mentoring financial analysts, you'll build a strong, capable team that drives excellence and innovation in financial management.
• Strengthen Compliance and Governance – Your oversight of financial processes will ensure adherence to corporate policies and regulatory requirements, reducing risk exposure.
• Shape Organizational Strategy – Your insights and recommendations will influence key decisions, helping the business adapt to market changes and achieve sustainable growth.

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

• Strong Business Partnering Skills – Build trusted relationships with stakeholders, understand business priorities, and influence decisions by providing actionable financial insights.
• Effective Communication – Deliver clear, tailored messages across multiple formats to ensure alignment and understanding among diverse audiences.
• Leadership and Team Management – Direct, delegate, and remove obstacles for your team while coaching and mentoring analysts to develop their skills and drive performance.
• Analytical and Problem-Solving Ability – Navigate complexity and ambiguity by interpreting financial data, identifying trends, and providing solutions that mitigate risk and capitalize on opportunities.
• Results-Driven Mindset – Maintain focus on achieving objectives under challenging circumstances, ensuring financial plans and forecasts align with organizational goals.
• Process Optimization and Compliance – Utilize financial systems effectively, streamline workflows, and ensure adherence to regulatory and organizational standards for accurate reporting and forecasting.

Education, Licenses, Certifications:

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

Experience:

Significant experience required, including supervisory experience.