Performance Controller

Siemens • Princeton, NJ

110d • $105,630 - $181,080 • Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a Performance Controller to join our team! This role is responsible for key performance controlling functions to include: monthly close, financial planning and forecasting, volume reporting, digital financial application development, and internal process improvement using new technologies. Transform the everyday with us! We are seeking a Performance Controller to work out of our Princeton, NJ, offices. In this role, you will work a hybrid work model.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field; CPA, CMA, or MBA preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in accounting and controlling, with international and intercultural exposure.
• Proven analytical skills with ability to translate complex data into actionable insights.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and financial systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Hyperion).
• Proficiency in English both written and verbal.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to present complex topics clearly and moderate discussions and meetings.
• BI tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).
• Experience in digitalization and process improvement initiatives helpful.
• Project management skills and adaptability in dynamic environments.
• German proficiency is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead month-end close process ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timeliness.
• Manage gross R&D budget for FT US, including cost control, reporting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Conduct complex performance analyses comparing actuals vs. forecast, budget, and prior years.
• Oversee annual transfer pricing documentation, research tax audits, credit surveys, and RIC test coordination.
• Manage central function allocation model, simulation, and profit controlling.
• Serve as central integration point for all financial functions across FT US, CYS US, and FT HQ Germany.
• Own central data reporting, KPI analysis, and digital tool data verification.
• Prepare insights and transparency for steering committees, business reviews, and monthly performance reports.
• Liaise with global and local management for external reporting and ad hoc requests.
• Advise FT Head of Finance on forecast positions, risk/opportunity management, and performance assessments.
• Lead end-to-end financial planning and forecasting for central function cost centers (SRE, IT, HR, Legal, Strategy).
• Summarize bottom-up forecasts across FT US departments.
• Manage financial planning for university relations and memberships, including project setup.
• Coordinate budget and forecast planning timelines with FT HQ.

Benefits

• Health and wellness benefits.
• Pay range for this position is $105630 - $181080 annually with a target incentive of 15% of the base salary.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Machinery Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree