Accountant - Senior by Cummins Inc

• Accurate Financial Reporting: Your meticulous work on the general ledger and detailed financial analysis will ensure that the department's financial statements are accurate, reliable, and timely, supporting informed decision-making.
• Identifying and Addressing Variances: By identifying and analyzing unusual variances, you will help pinpoint potential issues early, allowing for corrective actions that improve financial performance and operational efficiency.
• Timely and Accurate Transaction Recording: Your timely recording and reporting of accounting transactions will maintain the integrity of financial data, essential for accurate financial reporting and compliance.
• Comprehensive Financial Statements Preparation: Preparing balance sheets, profit and loss statements, consolidated financial statements, and other reports will provide a clear and comprehensive view of the department's financial health.
• Effective Communication with Stakeholders: Responding to inquiries from management, auditors, and other stakeholders will facilitate clear communication and transparency regarding the department's financial results and special reporting requests.
• Strengthening Internal Controls: Regularly reviewing and developing new internal controls will enhance the department's financial safeguards, ensuring compliance with regulations and protecting against fraud and errors.
• Implementing Best Practices: Analyzing current accounting procedures and recommending changes will drive the adoption of best practice accounting procedures, improving efficiency and accuracy.
• Confidentiality and Security: Protecting the organization's value by maintaining confidentiality of financial information will safeguard sensitive data and uphold the organization's integrity and trustworthiness.

• Analytical Skills: Strong ability to evaluate financial data and develop actionable insights to support informed business decisions and drive financial performance.
• Regulatory Knowledge: In-depth understanding of financial regulations, including tax and local accounting standards, to ensure compliance and effectively communicate key requirements to stakeholders.
• Risk and Control Expertise: Ability to identify risks, evaluate internal control gaps, and implement effective risk management plans to ensure robust internal controls.
• Tax and Audit Management: Proficiency in managing tax filings, ensuring timely collection of certificates, leading tax audits, and assisting with external audits for accuracy and compliance.

• College, university, or equivalent degree in Accounting, Finance or related field required. Certified Public Accountant, Certified Management Accountant, Chartered Accountant or similar certification is preferred.
• 8 years and above relevant professional work experience in the field of study required.
• Experience in use of SAP will be a plus

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