Project Manager - Finance

Cummins

4.3

(41)

Pune, India

Why you should apply for a job to Cummins:

  • 4.3/5 in overall job satisfaction
  • 4.8/5 in supportive management
  • 83% say women are treated fairly and equally to men
  • 85% would recommend this company to other women
  • 97% say the CEO supports gender diversity
  • Ratings are based on anonymous reviews by Fairygodboss members.
  • Annual merit and profit sharing based on individual and company performance.
  • More than 150 employee resource groups (ERGs) worldwide provide opportunities for leadership training and professional development.
  • 55% of Cummins’ Executive Team, made up of leaders guiding company strategy, is made up of women.
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    Position summary

    e delivered within agreed timelines and budgets.

    • Manage project scope, schedule, and resources using recommended project management tools and methodologies.

    • Identify, track, and resolve project risks and issues; collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement effective solutions.

    • Monitor and communicate project status, risks, and performance metrics to project sponsors and key stakeholders.

    • Support the transition of global finance processes including Pay Process, Grant of Authority, Invoice Dispute Resolution, Order to Cash, Fixed Assets, and General Ledger.

    • Identify and analyze process gaps and drive standardization and simplification initiatives within the Global Capability Center (GCC).

    • Ensure adherence to KPIs and SLAs in a shared services or captive services environment.

    • Supervise and guide finance teams, providing coaching, development feedback, and performance oversight.

    • Monitor accounts payable and receivable activities, ensuring accurate records and timely payments or collections.

    • Conduct vendor and stakeholder reviews and prepare monthly performance reports.

    • Act as an escalation point for complex or non-routine accounting issues.

    • Recommend and implement improvements to finance processes, procedures, and operational methods to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

    • Maintain project documentation, records, and databases, and share best practices and lessons learned across teams.

    RESPONSIBILITIES

    Skills and Competencies

    • Financial Acumen: Ability to interpret financial indicators and apply insights to support business decisions.

    • Business Insight: Strong understanding of business operations and market dynamics to support organizational goals.

    • Project Management Expertise: Proficiency in managing project scope, schedule, resources, risks, and deliverables.

    • Communication Skills: Ability to communicate effectively across multiple channels and tailor messaging for diverse audiences.

    • Customer Focus: Builds strong stakeholder relationships and delivers customer-centric solutions.

    • Complex Problem Solving: Ability to analyze complex information and develop practical solutions.

    • Conflict Management: Handles challenging situations effectively while maintaining collaboration.

    • Planning and Prioritization: Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

    • Process Improvement Mindset: Drives process simplification, standardization, and continuous improvement initiatives.

    • Stakeholder Management: Ability to navigate organizational structures and influence stakeholders across regions and functions.

    • Team Leadership: Guides and develops team members while fostering accountability and collaboration.

    • Adaptability and Cultural Awareness: Values diverse perspectives and works effectively in global environments.

    Experience

    • 9+ years of relevant experience in finance operations and project management.

    • Proven experience in transitioning global finance processes and managing cross-functional finance initiatives.

    • Experience working in a shared services or captive services environment , ensuring adherence to KPIs and SLAs.

    • Hands-on experience across finance functions such as Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Fixed Assets, General Ledger, and Order to Cash .

    • Basic understanding of indirect taxation and working with multi-currency invoices .

    • Experience conducting vendor partner interactions, stakeholder reviews, and performance reporting .

    • Exposure to global operations and cross-regional collaboration is an advantage.

    QUALIFICATIONS

    Qualifications

    • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field from an accredited college or university.

    • Professional certification such as CPA, CMA, Chartered Accountant (CA), or equivalent required.

    Job Finance

    Organization Cummins Inc.

    Role Category On-site with Flexibility

    Job Type Exempt - Experienced

    ReqID 2425981

    Relocation Package Yes

    100% On-Site No

    Why you should apply for a job to Cummins:

  • 4.3/5 in overall job satisfaction
  • 4.8/5 in supportive management
  • 83% say women are treated fairly and equally to men
  • 85% would recommend this company to other women
  • 97% say the CEO supports gender diversity
  • Ratings are based on anonymous reviews by Fairygodboss members.
  • Annual merit and profit sharing based on individual and company performance.
  • More than 150 employee resource groups (ERGs) worldwide provide opportunities for leadership training and professional development.
  • 55% of Cummins’ Executive Team, made up of leaders guiding company strategy, is made up of women.