Financial Controller/Analyst

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Siemens Logistics is a leading provider of innovative and high-performance solutions for airport logistics. The portfolio includes products and solutions for baggage and cargo handling, high-end software for the digitalization of logistics processes as well as an extensive range of maintenance and services. Siemens Logistics is represented worldwide through its regional companies and is active in more than 60 countries. Major customers include renowned airports and airlines around the globe. Siemens Logistics is a fully owned subsidiary of Siemens AG.

Be part of our Corporate Finance team as a Financial Controller/Analyst in Dubai, UAE.

What are my responsibilities?

The Financial Analyst/Controller is responsible for driving financial planning, reporting, and controlling activities, ensuring accuracy and integrity in financial processes. This role requires expertise in budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and controlling, as well as strong interpersonal skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams, including the following areas:

1. Controlling: Allocate, coordinate, and verify the correctness of cost booking. Analyze the actual cost in comparison with the forecast/budget. Continuously record and monitor planned, committed, and incurred costs and highlight budget constraints in a timely manner.
2. Planning and forecasting: Prepare Budget/Forecast in collaboration with Sales/Business Segment/Project personnel. Ensure precise preparation of revenue, cost and cash flow alignment, adhering to accurate accounting guidelines and the underlying project plan.
3. Closing/Reporting: Coordinate with various departments for relevant reports and check their authenticity. Conduct closing activities at the end of the month to ensure proper reporting of business and project results in line with the budget/forecast. Analyze actual postings on a monthly basis to ensure proper booking in line with the accounting guidelines/regulations.
4. Audits: Liaise with internal and external auditors, summarize tasks, follow up, and ensure continuous compliance with audit requirements.
5. Risk and Internal Control: Liaise with the Global RIC Officer to ensure the controls are implemented and monitor their status periodically.

What do I need to qualify for the role?

1. Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Commerce; Master's degree is desirable.
2. Professional certification in Finance & Accounting (e.g., CPA, CA, CA Inter, ACCA) is highly desirable.
3. At least 7 years of experience in financial controlling, reporting, commercial functions, and project controlling, preferably in an industrial project business environment.
4. In-depth knowledge of accounting regulations, such as IFRS/IAS.
5. Proficient in controlling and reporting tools such as SAP, Excel, and PowerPoint.
6. Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
7. Strong ability to work independently and maintain accuracy while meeting deadlines.
8. Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders at all organizational levels.
9. Assertive, collaborative team player with a global perspective and a strong focus on building relationships.