Pioneering in America, from the first mile to the last. This is what drives us!

For more than 160 years, Siemens has been an integral provider of infrastructure, electrification, and transportation solutions in the United States. Automation’s impact on the railway industry is second only to the effects of digitalization. Combine them and the results are transformative! We work at the leading edge of this movement, applying our proven expertise in digitalization to rail infrastructure and automation.

Our innovative solutions deliver greater safety, punctuality, reliability, and sustainability across the line, all while reducing costs for mass transit and freight transportation systems. We are continuously developing new answers for rail automation – often to questions that haven’t been asked yet.

Position Overview:

Siemens Mobility is looking for a dynamic Business Controlling Manager to join our Rolling Stock Manufacturing team. This key leadership role will be based in Sacramento, CA and will play a critical part in driving financial performance and operational excellence across North America.

What your day may look like:

• Lead continuous improvement initiatives and maintain standard operating procedures for Business Controlling.
• Drive cost optimization strategies across the factory.
• Manage and develop a team of financial analysts while collaborating with key stakeholders, including Performance Controller, Siemens Real Estate, and Factory Commercial Project Manager.
• Ensure accurate monthly reporting and forecasting for costs, free cash flow, and factory absorption.
• Oversee monthly closing activities and perform variance, root cause, and trend analyses to support decision-making.
• Prepare inputs for annual budgeting and manage monthly allocations (internal and external).
• Identify and communicate financial risks and opportunities, supporting strategic planning and forecasting.
• Champion digitalization and implement controlling initiatives while sharing best practices across NAM and global factories.
• Support external audits and provide timely, high-quality documentation in a fast-paced, agile environment.

What will make you thrive in this role:

• Bachelor's degree required, with a major in Finance, Economics, Business, or Accounting preferred
• 7+ years of validated experience with financial planning, accounting, and finance, with the ability to provide strategic insight through financial metrics
• Advanced analytical abilities, financial modeling, strong Microsoft Excel, Knowledge of ERP systems (SAP a plus), and strong business modeling skills
• Excellently demonstrated verbal and written communication skills while interacting at all levels of the organization
• Ability to gather, structure, consolidate and analyze large amounts of financial
• Ability to work in an agile environment
• Focus on continuous improvement
• Team oriented; builds constructive and effective relationships across teams and hierarchies

Why you'll love working for Siemens!

• Freedom and healthy work-life balance– Health, Dental, Vision Insurance, HSA/FSA, Commuter Benefits – starting Day 1!
• Solve the world's most significant problems – Be part of exciting and innovative projects.
• Engaging, challenging, and fast evolving, pioneering technological environment.
• Competitive total rewards package.
• Opportunities to contribute your innovative ideas and get paid for them! Please take advantage of our Tuition Reimbursement program, Mentor Programs, and your development through online learning.
• Employee perks and discounts in addition to our 401k match and generous Paid Time Off

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

This position in located in Sacramento, CA. The salary range for this position is $164,322 - $193,290 and the annual incentive target is15% 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.

Join the growing team at our world-class train manufacturing facility in Sacramento, CA. Siemens Mobility, Rolling Stock Division is the North American market leader in the production of passenger locomotives and coaches, and light rail vehicles.

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