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**Job Family:** Brightly Software

**Req ID:** 481130

Who we are

Build a brighter future while learning and growing with a

Siemens company at the intersection of technology, community and

sustainability. Our global team of innovators is always looking to create

meaningful solutions to some of the toughest challenges facing our world. Find

out how far your passion can take you.

About the Job

We are seeking a highly motivated Portfolio (Product &

Technology) Finance Team Lead to join our Brightly Software organization. The

role will partner closely with the Brightly Software SVP-Head of Product,

SVP-Head of Technology and global product and technology organization to

provide financial planning, controlling, analysis, and strategic insights that

drive innovation and operational excellence. The ideal candidate has strong

experience in SaaS businesses, R&D cost structures and financial leadership.

Additionally, together with the Product and Technology

teams, this role will push the digitalization and automation of financial

planning, controlling and reporting processes at Brightly to the next level.

What you will do

Portfolio Finance Team Lead

Role Overview:

Partner with the SVP-Head of Product, SVP-Head of Technology and global product

and technology organization to support all financial planning, forecasting,

controlling and reconciliation of Software financial metrics.

Key Responsibilities:

+ **FinancialPlanning & Analysis (FP&A):** Lead planning,budgeting, forecasting, controlling and analysis for product andtechnology functions. Build and maintain financial models in anAgile manner to support data driven decision-making.

+ **BusinessPartnering:** Act as a strategic financial partnerto Product and Technology leadership, providing insights on costoptimizations, return on investment and resource allocation.Collaborate with the Product and Technology teams to align financial planswith product roadmaps.

+ **SoftwareCost Management:** Provide financial oversight ofsoftware-related costs, including third party licenses and cloudinfrastructure costs. Partner with the Product, Technology, Procurementand Cloud Operations teams to forecast, trackand optimize software and cloud infrastructure spend. Providefinancial support for newly introduced FinOps processes together with theHead of Global Cloud Operations.

+ **HeadcountManagement:** Partner with Product, Technology andP&O teams to build and maintain accurate headcountplans that are aligned with the financial budget, forecasts andproduct roadmaps. Analyze open positions, hiring progress and attrition toensure alignment with financial targets.

+ **ContractorManagement:** Partner with Product, Technology,P&O and Procurement teams to manage financial tracking and reportingfor contractors, including cost forecasting and cost optimization.

+ **M&ADue Diligence & Financial Integration:** Supportfinancial due diligence and post-acquisition integration.

+ **ManagementReporting:** Prepare monthly / quarterlyfinancial reports and variance analysis to drive and support data drivenmanagement decisions.

+ **Ad-hocReporting:** Prepare ad-hoc reports such asR&D and ESG reports.

+ **TeamLeadership:** Manage a team of financial analyststo drive transparency, digitalization, automation andoperational improvements, and incorporate AI in financial planning,reporting and analysis.

What you need

+ 8+years of experience in Software finance

+ Education: Bachelor’sor Master’s degree in finance or related field

+ Experiencewith global software R&D operations.

+ Software:Business Intelligence Tooling such Power BI, Tableau or similar,Salesforce, ERP Software, MS Office.

+ Self-Drivenand motivated professional, experienced with Financial Controlling andModelling in a Software Business. Eager to learn and shape thecontrolling landscape at Brightly Software.

+ Stronginterpersonal skills, to motivate and facilitate discussionswith collaborators from different teams / departments

+ Outstandingcommunication skills, enthusiasm, and team-oriented demeanor

+ Adeptat establishing relationships with business partners andinfluencing at all levels

What makes you a Standout

+ **StrategicInnovator:** You champion newapproaches to financial planning and analysis, integrating automationand digital tools to enhance accuracy and efficiency.

+ **EmpoweringLeader:** You build trust and engagementwithin your team, encouraging diverse perspectives and fosteringprofessional growth.

+ **BusinessPartner:** You translate complex financial datainto clear, actionable insights, supporting leaders in making data-drivendecisions that shape the future of our organization.

The Brightly culture

We’re guided by a vision of community that serves the

ambitions and wellbeing of all people, and our professional communities are no

exception. We model that ideal every day by being supportive, collaborative

partners to one another, conscientiously making space for our colleagues to

grow and thrive. Our passionate team is driven to create a future where smarter

infrastructure protects the environments that shape and connect us all. That

brighter future starts with us.

Our Commitment to Equity and Inclusion in ourDiverse Global Workforce:

We value your unique identity and perspective. We are fully

committed to providing equitable opportunities and building a workplace that

reflects the diversity of society, while ensuring that we attract the best

talent based on qualifications, skills, and experiences. We welcome you to

bring your authentic self and transform the everyday with us.

Qualified Applicants must be legally authorized for

employment in the United States. Qualified Applicants will not require employer

sponsored work authorization now or in the future for employment in the United

States.

Brightly maintains a Drug Free workplace in accordance with

applicable law.

$102,459 $175,644 15

**Organization:** Smart Infrastructure

**Job Type:** Full-time

**Category:** Finance