Accountant - Senior

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 Financial Accounting & Close

• 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.

RESPONSIBILITIES

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.

QUALIFICATIONS

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.

Job Finance

Organization Cummins Inc.

Role Category On-site with Flexibility

Job Type Exempt - Experienced

ReqID 2423241

Relocation Package No

100% On-Site No

Client-provided location(s): Bangalore, India

Job ID: Cummins-R-DC6A58294D314B67B997B14CF7EBF0A0

Employment Type: OTHER

Posted: 2026-01-14T19:28:28