Finance Head Siemens Rail Automation Pvt Ltd.

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We empower our people to stay resilient and relevant in a constantly changing world. We’re looking for people who are always searching for creative ways to grow and learn. People who want to make a real impact, now and in the future. Does that sound like you? Then it seems like you’d make an outstanding addition to our vibrant team. Siemens Mobility is an independent run company of Siemens AG. Its core business includes rail vehicles, rail automation and electrification solutions, turnkey systems, intelligent road traffic technology and related services. In Mobility, we help our customers meet the need for hard-working mobility solutions. We’re making the lives of people who travel easier and more enjoyable while constantly developing new, intelligent mobility solutions!

We are looking for Finance Head - Siemens Rail Automation Pvt Ltd.

As the Finance Head of a standalone legal entity within the Mobility business, you will be responsible for end-to-end financial management, statutory compliance, and governance. In addition to core finance functions such as budgeting, forecasting, and working capital management, you will lead statutory, cost, and internal audits, ensure entity-level controls, and present the financial health of the entity to the Board. This role requires a hands-on leader who can operate independently while collaborating within a matrix organization.

You’ll make a difference by

• Core Financial Management: Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes tailored to the entity’s scale and growth objectives.
• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting in compliance with IFRS and local regulations.
• Partner with business leaders to drive profitability, growth initiatives and cost reduction measures.
• Project Controlling & Execution Support: Oversee financial aspects of project management including cost control, revenue recognition, and margin analysis. Ensure robust project controlling mechanisms are in place for execution and bid management.
• Audit & Compliance: Manage and close Statutory Audit, Cost Audit, and Internal Audit processes in coordination with external auditors and internal teams. Ensure implementation and monitoring of Entity-Level Controls and compliance with corporate governance standards.
• Board Reporting: Prepare and present periodic financial health reports to the Board of Directors. Provide insights on financial risks, opportunities, and strategic recommendations.
• Working Capital & Project Finance: Oversee working capital management including receivables, payables, and inventory. Support financial aspects of project execution, bid evaluation, and cost control.
• Customer & Claim Management: Monitor customer credit exposure and support commercial negotiations. Lead financial evaluation and resolution of project-related claims.
• Stakeholder Management in Matrix Organization
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders across functions and geographies including Operations, HR, Legal, and Corporate Finance. Manage external relationships with auditors, consultants, customers, and suppliers.
• Team Leadership & Resource Development: Lead a small finance team and promote a culture of accountability and continuous improvement. Develop financial capabilities aligned with business needs.

Desired Skills:

• CA / MBA Finance or equivalent qualification.
• 8+ years of experience in finance, preferably in a legal entity or standalone business unit.
• Proven experience in statutory audits, internal controls, and board-level reporting.
• Familiarity with IFRS and project-based financial environments.
• Key Competencies: strategic thinking and business acumen, Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, Leadership and team development, Effective communication and stakeholder management, High integrity and attention to detail

Join us and be yourself!

We value your unique identity and perspective and 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.

Make your mark in our exciting world at Siemens.

This role is based in Bangalore. You might be required to visit other locations within India and outside. In return, you'll get the chance to work with teams impacting - and the shape of things to come. We're Siemens. A collection of over 379,000 minds building the future, one day at a time in over 200 countries. We're dedicated to equality, and we encourage applications that reflect the diversity of the communities we work in. All employment decisions at Siemens are based on qualifications, merit and business need. Bring your curiosity and creativity and help us shape tomorrow.

Find out more about mobility at: https://new.siemens.com/global/en/products/mobility.html and about Siemens careers at: www.siemens.com/careers