PROJECT MANAGEMENT MANAGER AUTOMATION - FINANCE

DESCRIPTION

The Project Management Manager – Automation (Finance) is responsible for overseeing and driving the end-to-end execution of automation initiatives within the Corporate Services (Cummins Services) Finance function. This includes managing a cross-functional team, aligning strategic priorities, and ensuring timely, high-quality delivery of technology-enabled finance transformation projects. The role plays a critical bridge between finance, business, and technology teams to foster innovation, enhance efficiencies, and enable long-term business outcomes.

Key Responsibilities 1. Leadership & Team Development

• Lead and manage the Cummins Services Finance Automation team, including internal and supplier resources.

• Drive individual development plans (IDPs) and performance objectives for all team members.

• Foster growth in both technical and functional capabilities aligned with finance needs.

• Promote a culture of accountability, innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning.

• Partner with HR Business Partners (HRBPs) for long-term team sustainability and succession planning.

2. Strategic Alignment & Innovation

• Collaborate with Cummins Services Finance Global Leadership to align on automation goals and priorities.

• Drive alignment with Digital Enablement & Analytics (DE&A) and Global Finance Systems strategies.

• Shape and execute the Finance Technology Roadmap in partnership with stakeholders.

• Champion the exploration and adoption of emerging technologies such as UiPath, GenAI, AI/ML.

• Act as a liaison between business and IT to influence strategic automation directions.

3. Delivery Oversight

• Lead technical assessment and prioritization of the Continuous Improvement (CI) Hopper backlog.

• Monitor the project pipeline and delivery lifecycle to ensure timely, quality outputs.

• Oversee post-deployment support and solution performance (“infant care”), identifying enhancements or retirement opportunities.

• Collaborate across functions to resolve delivery challenges and enable cross-team success.

4. Project and Portfolio Management

• Coordinate, prioritize, negotiate, and manage execution of assigned projects and contracts.

• Approve business workflows, project designs, and integration strategies.

• Support Project Managers in issue resolution and risk assessment using quality tools.

• Monitor project health, status, budgets, and success metrics.

• Delegate project assignments based on capacity, capability, and developmental needs.

• Coach and develop team members in project management skills and best practices.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Skills and Competencies

• Project Management: Proven ability to manage project scope, schedule, and resources to deliver high-impact results.

• Financial Acumen: Strong understanding of finance principles and ability to apply financial insights in decision-making.

• Strategic Thinking & Innovation: Demonstrated capability to align projects with broader business goals and explore future technologies.

• Leadership: Ability to lead diverse teams, manage conflict, and build high-performance cultures.

• Stakeholder Management: Balancing and addressing the needs of multiple internal and external stakeholders.

• Communication: Strong written and verbal communication, able to tailor messages for different audiences.

• Change Management: Proficient in applying structured change management practices to drive adoption.

• Customer Focus: Ability to deliver value through customer-centric solutions.

• Analytical Thinking: Skilled in managing complexity and making data-informed decisions.

• Values Differences: Demonstrated appreciation for diverse perspectives and inclusive leadership.

Experience

• Significant experience (typically 10+ years) in project management, finance transformation, or technology implementation within a corporate or shared services environment.

• Demonstrated supervisory experience with responsibility for team development and performance.

• Hands-on experience with finance technologies, automation tools (e.g., UiPath), or data/AI/ML solutions is a strong advantage.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university (Finance, Business, Engineering, or related field preferred).

• PMP certification or equivalent is desirable.