Head of Controlling

About the Role

Siemens Energy is establishing the role of Head of Controlling (Factory Finance Controller) in Dammam, Eastern Region, Saudi Arabia. This full-time position is crucial for supporting the strategic ramp-up of GIS factory operations at SG Dammam and ensuring the successful execution of bulk tender and open market orders. The role focuses on driving financial transparency, end-to-end manufacturing cost optimization, and robust governance within the Switchgears Asia business unit.

Role Context and Objectives

The Head of Controlling will concentrate on factory cost controlling and allocation, monthly internal controls monitoring under IFRS, and enhancing budgeting and forecasting quality. These core areas are designed to enable precise financial steering, risk mitigation, and operational efficiency across the manufacturing lifecycle. The position requires a strong background in industrial cost accounting, IFRS compliance, and financial leadership, with extensive experience in factory controlling within the energy or heavy manufacturing sector being highly preferred.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end product manufacturing cost controlling, variance analysis, and cost allocation processes for the GIS factory in Dammam.
• Establish and monitor key manufacturing performance indicators (KPIs) to drive operational efficiency and cost optimization.
• Manage product costing, inventory valuation, and scrap/obsolescence controls within the factory environment.
• Drive the annual budgeting process and monthly financial forecasting cycles to improve accuracy and quality of financial steering.
• Analyze financial performance against targets, providing actionable insights and corrective recommendations to the plant management team.
• Strengthen, execute, and monitor internal financial controls on a monthly basis in strict compliance with IFRS and corporate guidelines.
• Lead audit preparations and coordinate with internal and external auditors to ensure clean compliance records for factory operations.

Qualifications and Experience

• 8-10 years of relevant experience.
• Strong background in industrial cost accounting.
• Proficiency in IFRS compliance.
• Demonstrated financial leadership capabilities.
• Extensive experience in factory controlling within the energy or heavy manufacturing sector is highly preferred.

About Siemens Energy

Siemens Energy is an energy technology company with approximately 100,000 employees across more than 90 countries. The company develops future energy systems, aiming to meet global energy demand reliably and sustainably. Its technologies contribute to the energy transition and account for a significant portion of the world's electricity generation. Siemens Energy is committed to sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy, building on a 150-year legacy of innovation.

Our Commitment to Diversity

Siemens Energy values diversity, drawing strength from over 130 nationalities. The company fosters an inclusive environment that celebrates individual character, irrespective of ethnic background, gender, age, religion, identity, or disability. Siemens Energy is dedicated to energizing all of society without discrimination.