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Senior Cost Accountant
Cummins · Shoreview, Minnesota, United States
In short
The Senior Cost Accountant conducts complex cost analyses to guide operational decision-making and evaluates cost variances to recommend corrective actions. They also lead inventory accounting activities and partner with cross-functional teams to improve financial performance.
What they're looking for
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Candidates must hold a degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field and possess intermediate professional experience. Strong analytical capabilities, proficiency in financial systems, and knowledge of US GAAP are required for this role.
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Questions about this role
- Is this Cummins role remote?
- Tagged hybrid.
- What does it pay?
- The posting lists $78,800–$118,200 a year.
- Does it sponsor visas?
- Listed as no visa sponsorship.
- What experience does it ask for?
- Listed as 2-5 years.
The posting, in full
We are looking for a talented Senior Cost Analyst to join our Cummins Inc. team in Shoreview, MN. In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways: Conduct complex cost analyses that strengthen operational decision‑making. Evaluate cost variances and recommend data‑driven corrective actions. Partner with cross‑functional teams to improve financial performance and
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We are looking for a talented Senior Cost Analyst to join our Cummins Inc. team
in Shoreview, MN.
In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:
- Conduct complex cost analyses that strengthen operational decision‑making.
- Evaluate cost variances and recommend data‑driven corrective actions.
- Partner with cross‑functional teams to improve financial performance and
inventory accuracy.
- Lead inventory accounting activities, including physical inventory oversight
and valuation reviews.
- Support new product and Value Package Introduction initiatives with robust
cost insights.
- Prepare strategic financial analyses and present recommendations to
leadership.
- Enhance cost standards and reactive cost processes to improve transparency
and accuracy.
- Mentor and coach junior analysts to elevate team capability.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- To be successful in this role, you will need the following:
- Strong analytical capability with the ability to interpret financial trends,
variances, and risks to drive business improvement.
- Proven experience partnering with stakeholders to influence decisions,
strengthen internal controls, and support forecasting and reporting accuracy.
- Demonstrated ability to manage complex cost accounting activities, inventory
processes, and product cost management with precision.
- Effective communication skills with the ability to convey financial insights
to diverse audiences and collaborate across functions.
Education, Licenses, Certifications
- College, university, or equivalent degree in Accounting, Finance or related
- field required. Progress toward Certified Public Accountant, Certified
- Management Accountant, Chartered Accountant or similar certification preferred.
Experience
- Intermediate level of relevant professional work experience in the field of
- study required.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Additional Responsibilities & Preferred Key Competencies:
- Demonstrated capability in cost accounting, reconciliations, SBP reporting,
pricing analysis, and sales reporting.
- Preferred experience supporting AR/Credit functions, I/C payables matching,
and OMCS‑related activities.
- Strong proficiency in financial systems, data analysis tools, and inventory
management processes.
- Ability to operate with accuracy, urgency, and sound judgment in a fast‑paced
environment.
- Skilled in financial reporting, forecasting, and applying US GAAP principles
to ensure compliance and data integrity.
- Collaborative mindset with the ability to build partnerships, communicate
effectively, and navigate diverse perspectives.
- Commitment to continuous improvement, adaptability, and proactive
problem‑solving.
- Please note that the salary range provided is a good faith estimate on the
- applicable range. The final salary offer will be determined after considering
- relevant factors, including a candidate’s qualifications and experience, where
- appropriate.
- Cummins 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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