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We are looking for a talented Internal Controls Analyst - Senior to join our team specializing in Finance for Cummins Inc. in Indianapolis, IN.

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

• Drive a risk-focused control strategy by supporting the development and execution of the annual control plan, ensuring alignment with key financial, operational, and compliance risks across the business.
• Strengthen the control environment through thorough testing and evaluation of internal controls, identifying gaps and helping ensure controls are effective, scalable, and audit-ready.
• Protect company assets and operations by proactively assessing business processes, uncovering risks, and recommending practical improvements that enhance efficiency and reduce exposure.
• Deliver actionable insights by identifying meaningful internal control deficiencies and translating them into clear, prioritized, and business-relevant improvement opportunities.
• Maintain high-quality, audit-ready documentation by preparing and reviewing process maps, flowcharts, and control matrices that accurately reflect current processes and meet company and regulatory standards.
• Influence decision-making through clear communication of control findings, insights, and recommendations to stakeholders, enabling informed actions and accountability.
• Enable continuous improvement by actively contributing to initiatives that modernize and optimize accounting processes and internal control systems.
• Enhance cross-functional alignment and compliance by partnering with internal and external auditors and accounting policy teams to remediate control deficiencies and resolve complex accounting issues.

Education, Licenses, Certifications:

• College, university, or equivalent degree in Accounting required.
• Certified Public Accountant, Certified Internal Auditor or equivalent certification preferred.

Experience:

Intermediate level of relevant work experience preferred.

Additional Responsibilities:

Lead SOX Testing and Control Assessment

• Execute and oversee SOX testing activities, including planning, risk assessment, sample selection, testing, documentation, and reporting of results.
• Evaluate control effectiveness, identify deficiencies, and partner with stakeholders to support timely remediation efforts.

Partner with Stakeholders and External Auditors

• Serve as a key liaison between business process owners, controllers, internal audit, and external auditors to ensure alignment on testing scope, timelines, and documentation requirements.
• Coordinate audit requests and facilitate timely submission of support to enable efficient audit execution.

Continuous Improvement

• Identify opportunities to enhance internal controls, standardize processes, and improve testing efficiency through the use of technology and data-driven insights.
• Support initiatives to strengthen the control environment and address emerging risks across the organization.

Preferred Experience:

• 3+ years of experience in SOX compliance, internal audit, external audit, or internal controls.
• Strong understanding of SOX requirements, risk assessment methodologies, control design, and testing techniques.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, communicate effectively with stakeholders, and work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Professional certification such as CPA, CMA, CIA, CISA, or actively pursuing certification.
• Experience with Workiva or other GRC related platforms

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

• Strong risk and controls mindset - ability to assess complex business processes, identify control gaps, and apply internal control frameworks to design effective, practical risk mitigation plans.
• Clear and adaptable communication skills - capability to translate technical control and accounting concepts into concise, audience-appropriate insights that drive understanding and action.
• Deep expertise in financial internal controls - proficiency in evaluating control effectiveness, identifying deficiencies, and developing remediation plans that reduce financial reporting risk and support evolving business needs.
• Solid foundation in U.S. GAAP - ability to interpret and apply accounting standards, assess business implications, and guide stakeholders to ensure accurate, compliant financial reporting.