Area Finance & Business Administration Manager

Area Finance & Business Administration Manager

Here at Siemens, we take pride in enabling sustainable progress through technology. We do this through empowering customers by combining the real and digital worlds. Improving how we live, work, and move today and for the next generation! We know that the only way our business thrives is if our people are thriving. That’s why we always put our people first. Our global, diverse team would be happy to support you and challenge you to grow in new ways. Who knows where our shared journey will take you? 

Transform the everyday with us

We are looking for an Area Finance & Business Administration Manager located in Chicago (strongly preferred) works to meet business goals while partnering with area, sales and operations managers, project/service teams, Finance and Business Administration (FBA) colleagues, and auditors.

As a Area Finance & Business Administration Manager, you will:

• Acts as commercial partner to the Area Managers and assumes responsibility for Area financial performance. Along with Area management, is responsible for the Area’s financial performance including P&L, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow.
• Leads, manages, and oversees finance, accounting, and business administration activities within the Area for all SI Buildings business segments and leads evaluation of current and proposed financial plans/forecasts and makes recommendations to positively impact the Area’s growth and profitability.
• Responsible for assigned Areas’ day-to-day business transactions and strategic initiatives in strong collaboration with Area GMs and drives, implements and monitors in cooperation with Zone/Area Management – productivity initiatives to further improve profitability and competitiveness.
• Partners with Commercial Project Managers, Sales, and Operations Managers on large / more impactful projects in the Areas to ensure adequate project controlling.
• Ensure compliance with external and internal accounting and reporting guidelines and operational Area performance (operational balance, slip, absorption, & utilization).
• Area cost center controlling and Mentor/lead Commercial Project Managers and other team members as applicable, as well as participate in special projects related to either the local business or in support of field or home office initiatives.

You will make an impact with these qualifications:

Basic qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field
• 6+ years of broad Accounting / Finance experience

Preferred qualifications:

• MBA
• Experience in construction industry
• Knowledge of construction accounting with bond and lien law experience
• Demonstrated understanding of GAAP/IFRS and internal controls
• Demonstrated a history of taking on ever increasing levels of responsibility and able to demonstrate ability to take initiative and act independently
• Competencies: Results driven; customer focused; ability to interact effectively within cross functional teams; collaborative style
• Strong financial, leadership, interpersonal, analytical; proficiency with MS Suite of applications
• Demonstrated excellent verbal and written communication skills

You’ll benefit from:

• Siemens offers a variety of health and wellness benefits to employees. Details regarding our benefits can be found here: https://www.benefitsquickstart.com/siemens/index.html.
• The pay range for this position is $139.580 - $239,280 and the annual incentive tied to the base salary. The actual wage offered may be lower or higher depending on budget and candidate experience, knowledge, skills, qualifications, and premium geographic location.

About Siemens:

We are a global technology company focused on industry, infrastructure, transport, and healthcare. From more resource-efficient factories, resilient supply chains, and smarter buildings and grids, to sustainable transportation as well as advanced healthcare, we create technology with purpose adding real value for customers.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:  

We value your unique identity and perspective. We are fully committed to providing equitable opportunities and building a workplace that reflects the diversity of society. Come bring your authentic self and create a better tomorrow with us.  Learn more about our commitment to DEI here. 

Protecting the environment, conserving our natural resources, fostering the health and performance of our people as well as safeguarding their working conditions are core to our social and business commitment at Siemens. They are an integral part of our Business Conduct Guidelines and our corporate strategy.  

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