Audit Associate

Siemens; Plano (TX); Hybrid; USD 101,000 - 172,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness benefits

Job summary

Siemens is seeking an Audit Associate in a hybrid role based in Plano, Texas (also Iselin, New Jersey). You will identify key risks in Siemens’ financial and operational processes within global software and technology businesses, and design audits focused on SaaS/subscription models.

Ideal candidates have 5–7 years of software/audit experience, strong FP&A knowledge, and fluency in English. Travel up to 30% and collaboration with senior management are expected; MBA/CPA etc desirable.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of relevant software/tech auditing experience.
• Experience with SaaS and subscription models.
• FP&A, Controlling, and Sales Finance in a software environment.
• BS/BA in Business, Economics, Accounting, or Finance.
• Fluent in English (speaking, writing, comprehension).
• Hybrid work environment; travel up to 30%.

Responsibilities

• Identify key risks in Siemens’ operational and financial environment and develop a deep understanding of business processes to provide insightful analysis to management.
• Design and execute comprehensive audits for global software and technology businesses with focus on software
• Independently drive assurance objectives, define conclusions, and recommend improvements to influence organizational change.
• Foster innovation by developing and promoting digital use cases with the data analytics team to increase coverage.
• Participate in meetings with Senior Management, discussing audit observations, conclusions, and next steps.
• Stay current on regulatory requirements and industry trends.

Skills

Auditing

FP&A

Data analysis

Tableau/Power BI

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Economics/Accounting/Finance

Tools

Tableau

Power BI

Job description

Job Family: Assurance

Audit Associate

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 a 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 seeking an Audit Associate who will be instrumental in identifying key risks within Siemens’ operational and financial environments. This role involves designing and executing comprehensive audits for Siemens’ global business with a focus on Digital Industries Software, driving innovation, and further developing processes and methodologies.

Ideal candidates will bring a background in Finance functions from a Software or Internet company or a Big 4 accounting firm servicing software / tech clients. The candidate should bring a deep understanding of the special business models (e.g., SaaS, subscription) and financial processes (e.g., revenue recognition) in the software industry. Experience in risk management and auditing is a plus.

We are looking for an Audit Associate, and this is a hybrid position located in either Iselin, New Jersey, or Plano, Texas. Please note that this is NOT an IT audit position but financial / operational audit position with a focus on software business.

You’ll make an impact by:

• Identify key risks in Siemens’s operational and financial environment and develop a deep understanding of business processes, goals, and strategies to provide insightful analysis and interpretation to management.


• Design and execute comprehensive audits, particularly for global software and technology businesses, addressing identified risks and ensuring alignment with business objectives.


• Independently drive assurance objectives, define and align conclusions, and recommend improvements to influence organizational change.


• Foster innovation by developing and promoting digital use cases in collaboration with our data analytics team to increase coverage and overall assurance.


• Participate in meetings with Senior Management, driving discussions on audit observations, conclusions, and next steps.


• Stay current on regulatory requirements and industry trends

You’ll win us over by having the following qualifications

Basic Qualifications

• 5 to 7 years of relevant experience with a proven track record in a software/technology company or servicing software clients in a Big 4 accounting firm.


• 5 to 7 years of experience with various software business models (e.g., Subscription, SaaS)


• 5 to 7 years of experience with FP&A, Controlling, and Sales Finance within a software environment.


• BS/BA degree in Business, Economics, Accounting, Finance, or a related field.


• Fluent in English (speaking, writing, comprehension).


• Hybrid work environment


• Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 30% of the time.

Preferred Qualifications

• An MBA, CPA, CIA, ACCA, ACA or PMP qualification is highly desirable.


• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and data analysis skills.


• Experience with data analysis and visualization tools such as Tableau or PowerBI is a plus.


• Fluency in other languages along with English.


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively present recommendations to senior management.


• Ability to thrive in a high-growth, fast-paced environment, often managing multiple projects simultaneously.


• Strong understanding of

You’ll benefit from:

• Siemens offers a variety of health and wellness benefits to our employees. Details regarding our benefits can be found here: https://www.benefitsquickstart.com/siemens/index.html


• The pay range for this position is $100,603-$172,462 and the annual incentive target is 10% of 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. Learn more about Siemens here (https://www.siemens.com/global/en/company.html) .

Our Commitment to Equity and Inclusion in our Diverse Global Workforce:

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, while ensuring that we attract the best talent based on qualifications, skills, and experiences. We welcome you to bring your authentic self and transform the everyday with us.

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$100,603 $172,462 10%

Organization: Controlling and Finance

Job Type: Full-time

Category: Assurance