Manager - Intercompany, CS India

Job Summary

 

HYBRID ROLE

The Intercompany Manager is responsible for the accurate preparation, analysis, and reporting of financial data to support business leaders in decision-making. This role manages intercompany accounting processes, ensures compliance with US GAAP and local regulatory requirements, and supports budgeting, forecasting, and month-end close activities. The role supports business partnering by providing insights that strengthen performance and operational alignment across Cummins entities.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare financial analyses, performance reports, and variance explanations for business leaders.
• Coordinate with assigned units to support annual budgeting, expense planning, and staffing forecasts.
• Facilitate month-end close activities and ensure timely financial consolidation.
• Compile, validate, and analyze intercompany balances and transactions, ensuring accuracy across currencies.
• Review account reconciliations and ensure proper documentation as per controls and SOx requirements.
• Lead resolution of intercompany discrepancies in coordination with global stakeholders and CBS centers.
• Maintain compliance with US GAAP, company policies, and statutory obligations.
• Drive intercompany process improvements and ensure process adherence to SLAs.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and development for accountants and support staff.
• Manage outsourced work partners (e.g., TCS) and ensure service quality.
• Support external and internal audit activities and ensure accurate reporting for global US$ submissions.
• Execute special projects and support finance transformation initiatives as assigned.

Competency

• Business Partnering – Uses financial insights to influence outcomes and support strategic decisions.
• Financial Analysis – Interprets results, investigates variances, and identifies risks/opportunities.
• Financial Reporting – Summarizes and presents financial data in compliance with regulations.
• US GAAP Application – Applies accounting standards and communicates implications to stakeholders.
• Action Oriented – Tackles challenges with urgency and positive energy.
• Collaborates – Builds strong working relationships to deliver shared goals.
• Communicates Effectively – Adapts messaging for various audiences.
• Demonstrates Self-Awareness – Uses feedback for performance growth.
• Nimble Learning – Adapts quickly when facing new challenges.
• Optimizes Work Processes – Continuously improves efficiency and performance.
• Self-Development – Actively seeks professional growth.
• Values Differences – Promotes inclusion and respect for diverse perspectives.

Education, Licenses & Certifications

• Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, or related field (required)
• Professional certifications (CA, CMA, CPA,MBA etc.) desirable
• May require export controls licensing depending on compliance requirements

Experience Range - 5-8 years

Skills & Experience

• Prior finance/accounting experience with demonstrated analytical capability.
• Experience in intercompany processes, accounting systems, and global reporting tools preferred.
• Strong understanding of internal controls, compliance, and audit practices.
• Ability to lead teams, coach others, and manage external partners.
• Proficiency in MS Office and financial ERP systems (e.g., Oracle, SAP).

Additional Responsibilities (Internal Candidates)

• Manage end-to-end import payment documentation including invoice validation, remittance approvals, and bank coordination.
• Ensure strict compliance with FEMA, RBI, GST, Customs Act and other local regulations for cross-border transactions.
• Coordinate regulatory filings such as Form 15CA/15CB, BOE verification, and documentation maintenance.
• Monitor regulatory and forex guideline changes and update associated processes accordingly.
• Maintain high-quality global setups and reporting to promote standardized accounting across entities.
• Maintain exceptional customer service and stakeholder relationships across CBS and business units.