Accountant - Senior
Pubblicato il 17-08-2026 - Cummins in Milano
Description
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.
Responsibilities 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.
Qualifications
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.