The Senior Financial Analyst will deliver financial analyses, prepare complex reports, manage budgets, forecast expenses, and coach junior analysts to improve financial performance.
We are looking for a talented Senior Financial Analyst to join our team specializing in Finance for our EU Aftermarket Department in Cwmbran or Redditch, United Kingdom.
In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:
- Deliver accurate and insightful financial analyses that enable management to make informed, data-driven decisions.
- Lead the preparation of complex financial reports and interpret key trends, risks, and opportunities across the business.
- Partner with business units to develop and manage annual budgets, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.
- Produce reliable expense and staffing forecasts that support effective resource planning and cost control.
- Provide clear variance analysis and actionable explanations to improve financial performance and accountability.
- Consolidate and present financial and statistical data in a structured, meaningful way for senior stakeholders.
- Drive continuous improvement in financial reporting processes, enhancing efficiency, accuracy, and clarity.
- Coach and support junior Financial Analysts, strengthening team capability and fostering a high-performance culture.
To be successful in this role you will need the following:
- Strong commercial and sales finance acumen: Ability to support sales planning, SIB and SRP analysis, and translate sales data into actionable insights that drive revenue and profitability.
- Advanced analytical and forecasting capability: Proven skill in interpreting financial trends, variances, and risks, and building accurate forecasts aligned to business strategy.
- Stakeholder partnership and communication: Confidence working closely with Sales Managers and cross-functional teams, clearly presenting financial insights and influencing decision-making.
- Solid technical and compliance knowledge: Strong understanding of financial reporting practices and US GAAP, ensuring accuracy, integrity, and compliance in all financial data and reporting.
Education/ Experience
- College, university, or equivalent degree in Finance, Accounting or related field required.
- Progress toward Certified Public Accountant, Certified Management Accountant, Chartered Accountant or similar certification preferred.
- Intermediate level of relevant professional work experience in the field of study required.
About UsCummins is an equal opportunity employer. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, sex, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity, or other status protected by law.
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