Head of Business Controlling (f/m/d) for Electrification, Automation and Digitalization Business Unit
About the Role
Location Germany Bayern Erlangen
1. Country: Austria
2. State/Province/County: Wien
3. City: Vienna
4. Country: Netherlands
5. State/Province/County: Zuid-Holland
6. City: Rijswijk
7. Country: Norway
8. State/Province/County: Oslo County
9. City: Oslo
10. Country: Germany
11. State/Province/County: Hamburg
12. City: Hamburg
13. Country: Norway
14. State/Province/County: Sor-Trondelag Fylke
15. City: Trondheim
Remote vs. Office Hybrid (Remote/Office) Company Siemens Energy Global GmbH & Co. KG Organization SE CFO Business Unit Transformation of Industry Full / Part time Full-time Experience Level Experienced Professional A Snapshot of Your Day As Head of Business Controlling for the Electrification, Automation and Digitalization business unit, you are driving financial transparency, governance, and strategic impact. You lead a high-performing, international team, champion digitalization, and translate business strategy into financial results. Your leadership empowers the SVP, VP Finance, and cross-functional peers to make informed decisions that shape the future of Siemens Energy. You will be role-modelling our Siemens Energy values and Leadership Essentials and have a strong background in finance, with excellent leadership and strategic planning skills, in short: You are a Senior Business Controlling Leader by Heart. How You’ll Make an Impact
16. Financial Leadership: Own all aspects of financial management reporting, performance analysis, and operational controlling for TI EAD.
17. Strategic Partner: Deliver high-quality financial data and insights to support strategic and tactical decision-making.
18. Forecasting & Budgeting: Design and lead robust forecasting and budgeting processes, ensuring accuracy and alignment across the organization.
19. Digital Transformation: Set and execute the digital roadmap, leveraging data analytics and digital tools to enhance reporting and business insights.
20. M&A & Ad-hoc Support: Provide financial expertise for M&A activities and other strategic initiatives and ad-hoc requests.
21. Stakeholder Engagement: Serve as the primary interface for financial information across markets, strategic initiatives, and reporting requirements, including investor relations.
22. Continuous Improvement: Foster a culture of best-in-class financial practices, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.
23. Team Leadership: Lead, develop, and inspire a diverse finance team, promoting collaboration, talent development, and professional growth.
24. Sparring Partner: Act as a trusted advisor to the Global VP Finance of the Independent Managed Business (IMB).
What You Bring
25. Advanced degree (Bachelor, Master, or PhD) in Economics, Business Administration, Finance, or Accounting.
26. Minimum 10 years’ experience in senior financial leadership roles, with a strong background in business controlling and financial management. Operational experience (sales, project execution) is a plus.
27. Deep expertise in financial principles, budgeting, forecasting, cost accounting, and reporting.
28. Proven track record in leading financial planning and reporting processes in complex, global environments.
29. Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills; able to engage at all organizational levels.
30. Experience managing multicultural, cross-regional teams and navigating diverse business models.
31. Strong analytical, conceptual, and strategic thinking abilities; results-oriented with a “big-picture” mindset.
32. Proficiency in financial systems, advanced Excel, and digital analytics tools.
33. Demonstrazed ability to drive performance, accountability, and continuous improvement.
34. High integrity, courage to challenge the status quo, and proactive, dynamic approach.
35. Fluent in English and German; additional languages are an asset.