Accountant - Senior

We are looking for a talented Senior Accountant to join our team specializing in Finance for Cummins Milano, Lombardia, Italy.

12-month contract with the potential to become a permanent position, depending on performance.

In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:

• Support the monthly financial close process by preparing accurate journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reports in accordance with accounting standards.
• Maintain compliance with local statutory reporting requirements by collaborating with external accounting advisors and ensuring timely regulatory filings.
• Coordinate external audit activities by preparing audit documentation, responding to auditor inquiries, and facilitating a smooth audit process.
• Partner with business leaders and operational teams to provide financial insights, support decision-making, and resolve accounting-related matters.
• Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations and trend analysis, investigating and reporting significant variances and financial fluctuations.
• Maintain the general ledger by accurately recording, analyzing, and reporting complex accounting transactions while ensuring data integrity.
• Prepare financial statements, including balance sheets, profit and loss statements, consolidated financial reports, and other management reporting schedules.
• Evaluate and strengthen internal controls, recommend process improvements, and implement accounting best practices to enhance compliance, efficiency, and financial accuracy.

Education/ Experience:

• 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.
• Intermediate level of relevant professional work experience in the field of study required.

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

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, with strong knowledge of local GAAP and statutory accounting requirements.
• Proven experience in a senior accounting role within a dynamic, fast-paced, and multicultural business environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Proficiency in English, with excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop others by providing direction, fostering accountability, and supporting team and organizational goals.
• Committed to continuous improvement, valuing diverse perspectives while maintaining accuracy and integrity in environments involving significant manual financial processes.

Job Finance

Organization Cummins Inc.

Role Category On-site with Flexibility

Job Type Exempt - Experienced

Min Salary €42560

Max Salary €63840

ReqID 2432221

Relocation Package No

100% On-Site No

Client-provided location(s): Milan, Italy

Job ID: Cummins-R-78E9FF2253EE49EE888F3DC8648281AC

Employment Type: OTHER

Posted: 2026-07-03T19:38:42