Senior Controller for R&D (m/f/d)

Siemens; Eindhoven; Hybrid; EUR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid model

Home office budget

World-class learning platforms

Mentoring and development

Job summary

Siemens is seeking a Finance Business Partner for R&D controlling at the Eindhoven Netherlands hub. The role focuses on managing financial aspects of hardware, firmware, and software development projects, delivering accurate monitoring and transparency across the portfolio.

You will collaborate with international R&D hubs on contract and license management, ensure compliance and transfer pricing alignment, and drive strategic decisions through detailed forward-looking analysis and digital

Qualifications

• Master's degree in economics with a focus on finance and controlling.
• Long-term experience in controlling, financial planning, accounting, or management consulting.
• Strong proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and BI tools for financial reporting.
• Familiarity with R&D reporting tools; SAP knowledge is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead in R&D controlling, managing financial aspects of hardware, firmware, and software development projects.
• Oversee contract and license management with international R&D hubs, ensuring compliance and transfer pricing standards.
• Act as a Finance Business Partner for R&D leadership and project managers with detailed analysis.
• Enhance and digitalize reporting tools and processes for data-driven decisions in eMobility.
• Serve as a key user for R&D planning and reporting tools, collaborating with PLM and performance controlling teams.

Skills

Fluent English (business)

Proactive mindset

Collaborative spirit

Strong ownership

Education

Master's degree in Economics (finance & controlling)

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

BI applications

SAP knowledge

Job description

Create a better #TomorrowWithUs

At Siemens, we build technology solutions to shape the world we live in. We transform industries and societies by combining the real and digital worlds. With over 300.000 of the world’s most forward-thinking minds and the power of a presence in more than 190 countries, we make a truly global impact.

Siemens Smart Infrastructure relies on the combination of smart grids and smart buildings by combining physical solutions and digitalization in all areas of electrification and automation. Ingeniously it connects energy systems, buildings, and industries to improve the way we live and work through greater efficiency and sustainability.

Siemens SI has its global headquarters in Switzerland with about 7,400 colleagues who are responsible for the solutions and services business. This makes Siemens SI the market leader in Europe.

Are you ready to be part of the change? Come join us!

Your mission will be…

• You take the lead in R&D controlling by managing all financial aspects of hardware, firmware, and software development projects, ensuring accurate monitoring and transparency.
• Building on this, you oversee contract and license management in close cooperation with international R&D hubs, making sure processes align with compliance and transfer pricing standards.
• In addition, you act as a Finance Business Partner for R&D leadership and project managers, driving strategic decisions through detailed analysis and forward-looking recommendations.
• To support efficient workflows, you further enhance and digitalize reporting tools and processes, enabling data-driven decisions across the eMobility community.
• Finally, you serve as a key user for R&D planning and reporting tools while closely collaborating with PLM commercial management and performance controlling teams.

We are looking for someone with…

• Education: You hold a master's degree in economics with a focus on finance and controlling
• Experience & Skills
  • Longterm experience in controlling, financial planning, accounting, or management consulting
  • Strong proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and experience with financial reporting tools and BI applications
  • Familiarity with R&D reporting tools; SAP knowledge is an advantage
• Ways of working: You are a curious, critical thinker with a proactive mindset, strong ownership, and a collaborative spirit
• Languages: You are fluent in English at business level;

What We Offer

• Belong & Innovate: Work in diverse teams where every idea matters and innovation grows through collaboration and trust.
• Flexibility that Works: Hybrid model, flexible hours, and a home office budget — because balance fuels performance.
• Health & Well-being: Comprehensive health insurance, mental health support, and active sports communities to keep you feeling your best.
• Grow Without Limits: Access world-class learning platforms, mentoring, and continuous development opportunities.
• Purpose & Perks: Contribute to sustainability and volunteer initiatives and enjoy partner discounts.

Siemens is deeply committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourage applications from a wide array of talented individuals!