Strategic Cost Analyst — Inventory & Financial Insights

Cummins; Shoreview (MN); On-site; USD 79,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

Cummins Inc. in Shoreview, MN seeks a Senior Cost Analyst to strengthen cost performance and inventory accuracy. You will conduct complex cost analyses, evaluate variances, and partner with cross-functional teams to improve financial performance.

Responsibilities include leading inventory accounting, supporting new product introductions with cost insights, and mentoring junior analysts while applying US GAAP principles. This exempt role offers on-site work with flexibility.

Qualifications

• Degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• Progress toward CPA/CMA/CA or similar certification preferred.
• Experience in cost accounting, inventory processes, and product cost management.
• Ability to communicate financial insights to leadership.
• Proficiency with US GAAP.

Responsibilities

• Conduct complex cost analyses to support decision-making.
• Evaluate cost variances and recommend corrective actions.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to improve financial performance.
• Lead inventory accounting activities and valuation reviews.
• Support new product introductions with cost insights.
• Prepare strategic financial analyses and present recommendations to leadership.
• Enhance cost standards and cost processes for accuracy.
• Mentor and coach junior analysts.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder partnering

Cost accounting

Communication skills

Education

Accounting/Finance degree

CPA/CMA progress preferred

Job description

Cummins Inc. in Shoreview, MN seeks a Senior Cost Analyst to strengthen cost performance and inventory accuracy. You will conduct complex cost analyses, evaluate variances, and partner with cross-functional teams to improve financial performance.

Responsibilities include leading inventory accounting, supporting new product introductions with cost insights, and mentoring junior analysts while applying US GAAP principles. This exempt role offers on-site work with flexibility.