Finance Director of Operations - Systems, East

Siemens; Spartanburg (SC); On-site; USD 160,000 - 323,000; Full time

Job summary

Siemens is seeking a Finance Director of Operations – Systems East to lead financial planning, reporting, and control for the Systems segment in the East region. Based in the US, you will partner with the Director of Operations to drive KPI performance, digitalization, and cost optimization across multiple plants.

You will manage the Plant Controllers and build strong cross-functional relationships with regional operations and corporate teams.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in Finance/Operations Finance in manufacturing.
• Strong budgeting, forecasting and financial planning.
• Proven ability to drive continuous improvement and cost savings.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Director of Operations to drive KPI's and financial transparency.
• Manage planning, controlling, accounting, and reporting of costs.
• Lead a team of Plant Controllers and develop staff.
• Drive digitalization and standardization across plants.
• Ensure internal controls and risk management.
• Prepare complex accounting analyses.
• Support ad hoc reporting for leadership.

Skills

Strategic financial leadership

Operational finance

Cross-functional collaboration

Data-driven decision making

KPI management

Forecasting and budgeting

Problem solving

Communication and presentation

Project management

Team leadership

Education

BS in Accounting/Finance/Economics

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

SAP FI/CO

Job description

Finance Director of Operations – Systems, East

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, thereby 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!

Join our Smart Infrastructure (SI) team as our Finance Director of Operations – Systems East to help us provide valuable and outstanding business services to our customers! The successful candidate will be the Commercial partner to Director of Operations – Systems SC, responsible for driving strategic measures, digitalization, collaboration across plants, managing financial transparency and accuracy, internal controls, reporting, analysis, planning, forecasting, monitoring and adherence to KPI’s, and manage a team of Plant Controllers for the EP US Systems Operations.

We are looking for our Finance Director of Operations – Systems, East

This position will be based in North Atlanta, GA or Spartanburg, SC. Location will be further discussed during initial interview.

You will make an impact by

• Work as a partner with the Director of Operations – Systems East to drive strategic measures, special projects, cross plant collaboration, digitalization initiative, KPI’s, financial results, and financial transparency
• Collaborates with Systems Sub-Segment leadership
• Co- develops and drives strategic initiatives within the operations teams
• Accomplishes planning, controlling, accounting, and reporting activities of costs including EVA, Gross Profit, Investments, NWC at Segment level
• Manages all commercial activities of the respective Systems plants and aligns with Segment management
• Drive and support the ramp up of new manufacturing capacity
• Analyses deviations in detail including corrective actions, prepares presentations for different management levels
• Drives consistency, standardization and digitalization as well as financial performance and profitability
• Ensures Productivity measures are in accordance with guidelines and performance is managed
• Ensures adherence to all internal and external financial and reporting rules
• Ensures risk and opportunity management, identifies risks and opportunities as well as appropriate measures to optimize business results
• Manages ongoing optimization of organization, procedures, and processes to optimize productivity, to drive consistency in rates and clocking and to increase customer satisfaction.
• Take responsibility for preparation and analysis of complex accounting issues.
• Ad hoc reporting and analysis in support Director of Operations – Systems, Head of Finance Ops, Segment management
• Selects, manages, assesses and develops employees in the area of responsibility to ensure long-term target achievement with motivated staff- including recruiting.

You’ll win us over by having the following qualifications

• BS in Accounting, Finance, Economics or related field.
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in Finance/ Operations Finance
• In depth knowledge of SAP (FI/CO)
• Deep professional know-how and experience in manufacturing business, measurements and KPIs
• Drives continuous improvement by enhancing existing processes, standardizing best practices, and promoting operational consistency across the organization.
• Delivers meaningful business impact through strong analytical capabilities, sound decision-making, and a results-oriented mindset.
• Demonstrates a solid understanding of annual budgeting, financial planning, and rolling forecast processes to support informed business decisions.
• Builds strong partnerships and collaborates effectively with cross-functional stakeholders, including plant operations and corporate teams, to achieve shared objectives.
• Excels at managing competing priorities in a fast-paced environment, consistently meeting deadlines while maintaining attention to detail and quality.
• Detailed understanding of drivers of productivity and cost saving initiatives
• Highly skilled communication and presentation skills
• Qualified Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States and will not require employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future for employment in the United States.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree preferred

Job Level Disclosure

This position will be posted and hired at one of two job levels based on candidate qualifications and experience in a related field and successful demonstration of Key Responsibilities and Knowledge as presented above

Level 5A

Requires a minimum of 10 years of applicable professional experience Salary Range: $159,579 - $273,564

Level 4

Requires a minimum of 15 years of applicable professional experience- Salary Range: $188,282 - $322,769

The final level will be determined at the time of offer and will be based on the selected candidate’s skills, experience, and overall alignment with the role.

Siemens Smart Infrastructure (SI) is shaping the market for intelligent, adaptive infrastructure for today and the future. It addresses the pressing challenges of urbanization and climate change by connecting energy systems, buildings and industries. SI provides customers with a comprehensive end-to-end portfolio from a single source – with products, systems, solutions and services from the point of power generation all the way to consumption. With an increasingly digitalized ecosystem, it helps customers thrive and communities progress while contributing toward protecting the planet. SI creates environments that care. Siemens Smart Infrastructure has its global headquarters in Zug, Switzerland, and has around 71,000 employees worldwide.

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.

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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