Global R&D Controller – Healthcare Diagnostics

About the role

Siemens Healthineers is hiring a Global R&D Controller for its Point of Care business unit. The role initiates, executes and evaluates planning, analysis and reporting activities, partnering with and leading cross-functional teams on strategic and tactical decisions. It leads the generation of financial insights in monthly and quarterly global results, focusing on R&D spend and resource allocation, and coordinates the business unit's monthly, quarterly and annual financial cadence (forecasting, actual reporting, analysis, budgeting, strategic planning). About 10% travel is required.

Key responsibilities

• Analyze financial results for accuracy and completeness, and develop financial reports and reviews with management on plans and budgets, including rate of return, depreciation, working capital, investments and budget vs. expense performance.
• Maintain conformance to IFRS and coordinate with auditors.
• Drive and optimize financial performance of R&D and capital investment projects, recommending actions to management; cover monthly forecast and actual variances and project status affecting forecasts.
• Prepare financial project plans for ongoing and new R&D projects, conduct quarterly ASTAR reporting and compliance certification, and run quarterly R&D tax surveys and compliance.
• Provide a controlling function with proactive communication and analysis to the Point of Care business line.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or Business.
• 3-5 years of progressive analytical and controlling experience with career progression in a similar environment.
• Preferred: Master's degree, MBA, CPA or equivalent; international business experience; healthcare industry experience, especially diagnostics.
• Strong presentation, communication and teamwork skills, with ability to manage horizontal teams and lead cross-functional efforts.

Required skills

• SAP, including SAP BW (data warehouse reporting).
• Expert Excel and PowerPoint.
• Project management knowledge and experience.
• Understanding of healthcare R&D methodology and intangible capitalization of development projects.

What we offer

• Compensation of $84,500-$120,500 CAD, depending on factors such as market, skills, education and experience.
• Flexible benefits plan, defined contribution pension plan and RRSP matching.
• Paid time off including vacation, company holidays, sick leave and parental leave.