Head of Business Finance Excellence and Digitalization

Company: Siemens Mobility
Location: Buffalo Grove
Posted on: November 25, 2022

Job Description:

Head of Business Finance Excellence and DigitalizationThe role:The Head of business Finance Excellence and digitalization head will lead the optimization, modernization and digitalization of the most critical processes of SI BP AM, building and maintaining trustful relationships with key stakeholders in the worldwide matrix organization.As such, the role is a key contributor to execute the long-term strategy of SI BP AMThis position is in Buffalo Grove, IL USA and reports to the Building Product, Head of Finance.Roles & ResponsibilitiesShape and lead the execution of the Digital Transformation roadmap, focusing on main critical processes in all business areas within SI BP Americas.Identify and quantify improvement opportunities, collaborate with Process Owners to optimize workflows using structured methodologies, drive improvement initiatives and manage cross-functional projects to ensure the achievement of goals and vision related to Business ExcellenceDefine the digital tool landscape to provide financial transparency on business activities, insightful analyses and targets, predictions, or models on future business development. Incorporate modern technologies and processes to SI BP AM, as well asLead, motivate, coach and develop virtual teams of financial professionals to execute the process- and digital transformation to drive employee productivity and engagement. acting as a change agent to build a continuous improvement environment and culture.Be a role model and change agent to facilitate and motivate the adoption and usage in daily operationsActively support SI BP AM businesses in the identification and implementation of new business opportunities and business models leveraging technology and finance capabilities.Serve as close Advisor to the SI BP Head of Finance, in all questions related to digitalization, process excellence, financial performance and asset optimizationDrive alignment on processes, strategy and communication related to Business Excellence for the BP AM to develop short and long-term process and digitalization strategies, thatSupport BP AM Finance organization in reaching objectives by deploying appropriate digital tools and ensuring efficient processes.Display agility and resilience to effectively lead a team within a changing environment, always looking for improved team dynamics, cost savings, and innovative approaches to leading a sophisticated business. -Drive innovation within the finance function. - -Act as communication ambassador to foster the Digital Culture in the Finance organization and coordinate Best Practice SharingBuild and maintain the ecosystem with partners within and outside of Siemens.Demonstrated Capabilities:Lead and proactively drive change and deliver compelling message to secure commitment and buy-inInspire and motivate others to deliver resultsDriven by impact and foster a winning spiritQualificationsBachelor or equivalent international degree, MBA is a plus.10+ years working experience in the finance environmentAt least 5 years experience in managing complex cross-functional projects, previous team management experience is a plusExperience in the development and implementation of digitalization strategyExperience with financial controlling and reportingProven ability in identification and development of digital business opportunities alongside with emerging technology trendsExperienced in variety of modern digital tools including rollout and adoption within finance function (e.g., robotics, workflow automation with KNIME/Alteryx, visualization with Tableau, data analytics and machine learning application)Experience in implementing end-to-end process improvement projects.You have high practical process improvement and finance digitalization competence demonstrated by concrete achievementsYou have excellent communication skills and are business fluent in English, German is a plus.Experience in working in multicultural teams and in an international environmentYou have excellent presentation skills and have gathered experience in the preparation, execution, and moderation of process improvement workshopsYou have innovator and entrepreneurial mindsetOrganization: Smart InfrastructureCompany: Siemens Industry, Inc.Experience Level: Experienced ProfessionalFull / Part time: Full-timeEqual Employment Opportunity StatementSiemens is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. 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