Financial Analyst

Siemens Energy; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth opportunities

Company paid Health and wellness

Paid Time Off and holidays

401K savings plan

Family building benefits

Parental leave

Job summary

Siemens Energy's Grid Technologies division in Raleigh seeks an experienced Financial Analyst to provide comprehensive planning, reporting, and controlling support for the business unit. You will work with business leaders to manage forecasting, budgeting, month-end close, and performance reporting while ensuring IFRS compliance and data quality across the organization.

The role emphasizes driving digital transformation through modern reporting tools and process automation, enabling informed

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• 8+ years of experience in financial planning and analysis, accounting, business controlling, financial reporting, or related finance role.
• Expert knowledge of IFRS, budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Advanced proficiency with SAP, Excel, and Alteryx; experience with data analytics and digital reporting tools.
• Strong analytical, communication, organizational, and stakeholder management skills.
• Authorized to work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Lead the business unit's financial planning and controlling activities, including monthly forecasting, annual budgeting, performance reviews, KPI monitoring, and financial analysis to support business objectives and strategic decision-making
• Manage month-end and year-end close activities; ensure accurate financial reporting, IFRS compliance, balance sheet reconciliations, and integrity of financial books
• Prepare and analyze recurring financial reports, including headcount, cost center performance, productivity, warranty reserves, closeout reserves, new orders, and other key business metrics with actionable insights
• Support internal and external audit activities, maintain strong financial controls, and partner with the extended finance organization to improve reporting processes and data quality
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to optimize financial processes, enhance reporting capabilities, and provide analytical support for ad hoc business initiatives
• Drive the digital transformation of the finance organization by implementing modern reporting tools, supporting automation initiatives, training end users

Skills

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder management

Communication

Financial analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Excel

Alteryx

Job description

A Snapshot of Your Day

As a Financial Analyst, you will provide comprehensive financial planning, reporting, and controlling support for the business unit, ensuring accurate financial reporting and insightful analysis that supports operational and strategic decision-making. You will collaborate with business leaders and the broader finance organization to manage forecasting, budgeting, month-end close, and performance reporting while ensuring compliance with IFRS and internal financial guidelines. This role also plays a key part in driving digital transformation by enhancing reporting processes, implementing modern financial tools, and improving data quality across the organization.

How You'll Make An Impact

• Lead the business unit's financial planning and controlling activities, including monthly forecasting, annual budgeting, performance reviews, KPI monitoring, and financial analysis to support business objectives and strategic decision-making
• Manage month-end and year-end financial close activities by ensuring accurate financial reporting, IFRS compliance, balance sheet reconciliations, and the integrity of financial books and records
• Prepare and analyze recurring financial reports, including headcount, cost center performance, productivity, warranty reserves, closeout reserves, new orders, and other key business metrics while providing actionable insights to management
• Support internal and external audit activities, maintain strong financial controls, and partner with the extended finance organization to continuously improve reporting processes, standard reports, and overall data quality
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to optimize financial processes, enhance reporting capabilities, and provide analytical support for ad hoc business initiatives and operational decision-making
• Drive the digital transformation of the finance organization by implementing modern reporting tools, supporting process automation initiatives, training end users, and promoting the adoption of digital solutions to improve efficiency and financial transparency

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
• 8+ years of experience in financial planning and analysis, accounting, business controlling, financial reporting, or a related finance role within a corporate or multinational environment
• Expert knowledge of financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, business controlling, IFRS, financial analysis, balance sheet reconciliations, and financial performance management, with demonstrated experience supporting complex business operations
• Advanced proficiency with SAP, Microsoft Excel, and Alteryx; experience with financial systems, process automation, digital reporting tools, and data analytics to support finance transformation initiatives
• Strong analytical, communication, organizational, and stakeholder management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, improve financial processes, and effectively partner with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment
• Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States without need for current or future employer-sponsored work authorization. Siemens Energy employees with current visa sponsorship may be eligible for internal transfers.

About The Team

Grid Technologies

Our Grid Technology division enables a reliable, sustainable, and digital grid. The power grid is the backbone of the energy transition. Siemens Energy offers a leading portfolio and solutions in HVDC transmission, grid stabilization and storage, high voltage switchgears and transformers, and digital grid technology.

Who is Siemens Energy?

At Siemens Energy, we are more than just an energy technology company. With ~100,000 dedicated employees in more than 90 countries, we develop the energy systems of the future, ensuring that the growing energy demand of the global community is met reliably and sustainably. The technologies created in our research departments and factories drive the energy transition and provide the base for one sixth of the world's electricity generation. Our global team is committed to making sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy a reality by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We uphold a 150-year legacy of innovation that encourages our search for people who will support our focus on decarbonization, new technologies, and energy transformation. Find out how you can make a difference at Siemens Energy: https://www.siemens-energy.com/employeevideo

Rewards

• Career growth and development opportunities; supportive work culture
• Company paid Health and wellness benefits
• Paid Time Off and paid holidays
• 401K savings plan with company match
• Family building benefits
• Parental leave